BJ - HAHAHAHA!!
I've gotten *so* much good advice. i can't possibly narrow it down to one.
I got this from Barnyard (the movie)
A strong man stands up for himself. a stronger man stands up for others.
My acting teacher gives great advice. I always have something handy to write down what she says...cause you never know when something inspirational is gonna pop out!

Some of my favorites from her:
"Do the right thing, no matter what. Do the right thing without expecting anything in return and without expecting anyone to notice. Do it because you
know it's right."
"You need to surround yourself with people who will cause you pain when necessary, and then stick with you through the pain." (she was talking about making sure that everyone you surround yourself with really has your best interest at heart).
"Follow your dreams no matter what they are. Don't let someone else talk you into doing something you don't want to do. If your dream is to work in a gas station - then do it. But do it with the intention of doing it well."
My parents don't have any particular advice...but they always encourage to follow my dreams.