I'm sure that this is not the most surprising or unique response, but when thinking of the person who has had the most significant influence on me, the name comes quickly: Mom. She hasn't had a significant influence on me simply because she raised me, but because of the circumstances she did it under and the things that she taught me along the way.To put it simply, my mom is truly the most amazing woman I have ever met. She is always selfless, helpful, caring, and above all, loving. She always put others first and she never let anything get her down. My mom lives by many great life quotes, some of which are even her own. These quotes all have played a major role in making me who I am today and continue to have a notable influence in my life."Be the star of your own life." I began hearing this quote when I was very young. It's what taught me to be independent, to follow my dreams, and to always do what I think is right. This is very significant because as a child and as a teenager, being a leader and being independent isn't always the easiest thing. "Be the change you wish to see in the world." This quote started as I got a little bit older and began to find out who I really was. It's what changed my outlook on how i did my work from doing just enough to get it done to pouring my heart and soul out into my work. In addition, it helped me to realize that I can't always be reliant on other people. If there's anything I want done, I need to be the person to do it.I'll always know that no matter what I go through in life, I'll be able to deal with it and I'll most likely be better off in the end. Overall, I owe a great deal of who I am today to my mom. In me, my mom has instilled an appetite for life and a passion that makes me want to do more, be more, cherish every single moment, and live my life to the fullest. I am a stronger person because of my mom, because through all of her struggles and hardships, she has never given up on hope for a better life. Even when a...