San Marino Resident Thanks Dad For Teaching Her To #StandTall

Patch and When the Game Stands Tall are asking about the coaches, teachers or mentors who inspired you.

Our first submission comes from Carolyn in San Marino, California. Her mentor is her dad, Leh-nien Loo.

Mentor Name: Leh-nien Loo
Known Mentor for: 26 years
School: Life
Town: San Marino
State: California

What mentor taught me about success:
My dad reiterated over and over again that success is synonymous with perseverance.

What mentor taught about dealing with failure:
My dad taught me that failure is meant to test commitment and dedication. The least committed fail once and move onto something else.The most committed people try again until they succeed.

Best advice from mentor:
The best piece of advice my dad gave me was to not fear failure. He reminds me daily that the most successful people in the world had to fail hundreds of times first.

Patch would like to know about the people in your life who inspired you. Tell us about the coach, mentor or teacher who made a difference in your life. Your mentor will be entered for a chance to win a prize package from Patch. All Everyday Hero submissions will be shared on Patch. Nominate your mentor here.