When we are forced to adapt to something unknown to us, we learn things about ourselves. This knowledge helps us to flourish. If you fight it, this process is damaged. Accept change for what it is: a chance to learn, to grow, and to succeed.

Read books. Ask questions. Don’t settle. Try new foods. Listen to new music. Face down your fears. Play videogames. Go to that party. Visit an old friend. Make a new one. Say hello. Say goodbye. Challenge what is and fight for what could be. But no matter what, always remain as the student.

No matter your creed, or the people you descend from, no matter how many other people there are, you are in control of your world. Make it bend to your will. Master your skills, form alliances, explore the boundless world of Earth. The possibilities are infinite.

To learn who a person truly is, watch what they do when they are broken down and reduced to nothing. Once you have achieved rock bottom, knowledge of who you really are can be discovered. You can use this to succeed in all that you wish to do. Seek the help you may need, and then rebuild.

Each of us has the strength to face down our demons. The trick is to find it.

On Becoming a Young Dad: How unfortunate it is to be dismissed because of a number, but how fortunate I am to have the opportunity to prove my worth.