Peachie Wimbush, Wiz Khalifa's mom, recently visited Robert Morris University as part of the Diversity Speaker Series. As with any speaker brought to the school it was an eye opening learning experience. As both a successful woman and mother, Peachie has experienced a wide variety of situations in her life from serving in the Air Force, to surviving near death experiences, to being the mother of a celebrity. From my experience listening to her view on life, I learned several valuable lessons.

1. Everyone Has A Purpose

Peachie referred to it as our "super power," the thing in our lives that makes us feel alive. For her, it was service and being able to serve others. It doesn't have to be some big philosophical theory about why we're all here, but rather choosing to do the things that you love and that gives you a sense of accomplishment.

2. You Can Always Make A Change

Peachie chose to go back to school in her thirties because she feels that "it's never too late to do whatever it is you want to do." You can always decide to make a change or try something new. You don't have to give up on something because you think you're too old or not qualified. If you want to do something, go for it.

3. Life Is A Gift

You are here for a reason, and as Peachie said it "you're a miracle, and you should spend this moment forward acting like it." Your life is not an accident, you have a purpose. Don't just live your life as a means to an end, find a way to make a difference and act like the miracle that you are.

4. Don't Judge A Book By It's Cover

I know we hear this all the time, but it's true. You can't see everything about a person just by looking at them, so get to know them before you decide who you think they are.

5. Don't Let "Dream Stealers" Determine Your Life

There will be people in your life that don't understand your choices and dreams, but that's okay. As Peachie put it, "nobody knows what's inside of you but you." They don't understand your dreams because they don't have the drive or passion for that specific thing, but they don't have to. What matters is that you want to do it and you shouldn't let them tell you that you can't.

6. Celebrities Are Still Just Normal People

While we think that celebrities are these super amazing people that lead fantastic lives that are all paparazzi and red carpets, they're really just normal people. They still sit and play with their kids and FaceTime each other just like everyone else. (I know, we FaceTimed Wiz when Peachie came.)

So whatever you do in life, find your purpose and do what you love. Don't let anyone tell you that you can't follow your dreams.