I need nothing from my companion. No money, no financial security, no emotional support, nothing. All I want is the freedom to be myself.

I am now in a position to choose roles. I did not have so many offers before 'Queen', but now things have changed a lot.

Forget the credit, they (male actors) take all the money as well. We don't get paid even one-third of what male actors get. It's not so much about the money, but it's about (being a) woman.

It's funny that they've called homosexuality a crime... At this rate, everyone will be a criminal.

I write poems, I meditate. I don't live up to people's expectations. I don't do the conventional cool things - I know I am the coolest person.

My parents wanted me to be a doctor. So I took up science, but then realised that my heart was not in it at all. The thought of treating ailing people was very depressing.

Relationships can be very traumatic. But being in a healthy relationship can be very empowering.

Freedom of being alone is intoxicating.

What can you do if they have slapped you with a legal notice? You have to reply. For all you know, they have taken you to jail or something.

Feeling guilty does not set us free. Being equipped sets us free.

When people say "the people" or "the public" as though it's the final repository of all morality, I sometimes flinch.

When someone else makes a mistake, it is their responsibility to correct it, but it is your responsibility to handle how you feel about it.

I've always thought that bartenders and hairstylists would be great interrogators because all day long they have to listen to people talk. They could probably make some fugitive spill the beans.

GET RID OF MEANING. YOUR MIND IS A NIGHTMARE THAT HAS BEEN EATING YOU: NOW EAT YOUR MIND.

My children didn't have my advantages; I was born into abject poverty.

Men conceal the past scenes of their lives.

When it comes to renewable energy, there's no reason America should settle for second best.

The way to good conduct is never too late.

Can't wait to start camp on Monday. Feeling really hungry this year. Watch out world.