I believe that imagination inspires nations. It's something that I live by.

I feel myself becoming the fearless person I have dreamt of being. Have I arrived? No. But I'm constantly evolving and challenging myself to be unafraid to make mistakes.

Embrace what makes you unique, even if it makes others uncomfortable.

Embrace what makes you unique, even if it makes others uncomfortable. i didn't have to become perfect because I've learned throughout my journey that perfection is the enemy of greatness.

Beauty is about enhancing what you have. Let yourself shine through.

I believe it's time that women truly owned their superpowers and used their beauty and strength to change the world around them.

Things might not go as planned, but at the end of the day it’s up to me to take those risks and do what I love most. And I don’t owe anybody an explanation. My journey is my journey.

Don’t get high off praises, and don’t get too low on critiques.

You are only as beautiful as the many beautiful things you do for others without expectation.

Even if it makes others comfortable, I will LOVE who I am

I'm inspired by the words: 'electrifying', 'epic', 'minimalistic', 'transcendent', 'timeless' and 'rock n' roll.'

We're part of a mixed marriage -- he's male

A race, like an individual, lifts itself up by lifting others up.

I've always felt fine about Putin. I think he is a strong leader, he's a powerful leader, he's represented his country the way - the country is being represented.

Blessed, blessed is that body horse which meditates on the Lord God.

You think you're writing one historical novel and it turns into three, and I'm quite used to a short story turning into a novel - that's happened through my whole career.

When you do things right, people won't be sure you've done anything at all.

Just sort of relax your mind and say yes, it does hurt, I know. Don't try and shut it out.

When I was a kid, I'd kneel down at the side of my bed every night before I went to sleep, and my mother and I would say a Greek prayer to the Virgin Mary.

Though our Savior's passion is over, his compassion is not.

Motivation needs to be a part of your own life for you to be effective in conveying it to others.