Love working together with others to create and build great things, but think for yourself.

Respect first and have empathy for others.  These qualities are important in understanding the world around you and feed your curious nature to see and solve problems, but think for yourself.

Consume information from all directions to be aware of the world, but think for yourself.

The ability to think for yourself, and more importantly not let others define your world and abilities, is a win-win.  In the best of times, you’ll have the tools to prosper.  In the worst of times, you’ll have the tools to survive.

-Dad