Tia’s Fight Against PKU

PKU (Phenylketonuria) is a birth defect that causes an amino acid called phenylalanine

to build up in the body. If a strict diet is not followed, it can lead to brain damage and seizures.

In this Interview, Tia describes her diagnosis with PKU as an infant and the long effort to find a cure including her mother’s fundraising ski trek across Norway.

Secrets of success.

Success is earned, one step at a time. One of the most invaluable skills a person can have is being able to clearly express what they want. You have the courage that leads to success. As long as you’re learning, you’ll never fail. 

The most successful people don’t look back to see who’s watching.

“Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fail.”

—Confucius

Look for opportunities to lift others up along the way. Having the proper mindset, moving outside your comfort zone, developing and maintaining healthy relationships, and staying focused have been key drivers of success for thousands of years. 

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