Words to Live By

Stars share their hard-earned wisdom on raising kids, overcoming obstacles and achieving your dreams

- STEPHANIE RADVAN

BILLY PORTER

Award-winning actor

On shooting for the stars

I always tell the kids, don't wait for anyone to give you permission to practice your art. So much of ourselves can be rooted in fear of failure, and that shouldn't be your driving force; love for yourself and belief in yourself [should be]. [Also] be on time! It's way more important than you think. Dress for the job you want, not the job you have. If you show up on time and look the part, you've set yourself up for success.

DONNA KELCE

Mom of NFL stars Jason and Travis

On letting your kids pursue their passions 

Let your children choose what they love to do. Don't try to steer them into something. Give them an opportunity to get involved in as much as you possibly can and let them decide. They will be good at whatever they love to do. It's just the way it is. If they love to do something, they will do it over and over again. [Repetition] is the best thing you can do. So whether it's art or sports or music, let them do it, try to get them help and support it.

LINDSAY HUBBARD

Newly single Summer House star

On recovering from heartbreak