(2011 Revised Edition) Some people just need a little motivation and reassurance to allow themselves to see beyond what others think is possible, wise, or practical, while others just need a little inspiration to use their imagination wisely so they can become part of a solution not part of a problem. Advice My Parents Gave Me, and Other Lessons I Learned From My Mistakes—provides that motivation, reassurance, and inspiration—409 practical, thought-provoking, quotes, ideas and suggestions to encourage the reader to move forward to a successful and happy life, while becoming a better person in the process.