I think I treat people well. My mother died about two years ago. In her death and in my father's death, I learned that kindness is the one thing you will not regret. Through that pain, I feel for their loss, and I can love other people.

I only want to bring what I feel is valuable, which is catharsis. My mother took me to a Sacramento Symphony concert when I was young and the sounds of the orchestra stunned me. That beauty and joy represented a high point, and I want to transmit that same eloquence and beauty to the world.

And so to know that others may not have that experience because they are worried about where their next meal is coming from, I can feel that.

I listen. Because I am not perfect at work and make mistakes and see a possible end to my employment, I inherently hold a special place for those in my shoes.

I feel like everyone is trying so hard. And I have learned that it may not matter. Events and people transpire to challenge you. And often we are our greatest enemy.