My big break was becoming the spokesperson for Texas Instruments. Casting directors really started giving me a chance to read for projects.

I think everything about my life is magical. I've struggled, and against most odds, I'm truly having the experience of living my dreams.

Everyone suffers some injustice in life, and what better motivation than to help others not suffer in the same way.

If someone is trying to bring you down, it only means you're above them.

Don't try to impress people. Always be yourself!

You always just have to be the best that you can be. And if you know that in your heart, then that's all that matters.

Dancing inspires my music. Having your girlfriends all together and just being free and happy.

I believe that anyone can become better,if you put in the effort.

I don't want to be that girl who has that same style all the time where the music always sounds exactly the same, and you always know it's her.

My makeup artist, Tonya Brewer, taught me the importance of moisturizing daily. Hydration is a must if you want pretty, dewy skin - which I love.

I love Michael Kors! I also love Miu Miu shoes - they're fabulous, I have so many pairs.

The magnificence of light can only be seen when it strikes an obstacle. Likewise, the magnificence of a leader is in how he deals with problems.

Take a chance on God. After all, He took a chance on you.

Forgiveness is the answer to the child's dream of a miracle by which what is broken is made whole again, what is soiled is made clean again.

I don't really take myself very seriously.

Just this once, let it be easy.

It is a very good thing, and a significant one too, to exterminate the bourgeoisie and capitalism in China.

We don't use the term 'working class' here because it's a taboo term. You're supposed to say 'middle class,' because it helps diminish the understanding that there's a class war going on.

It's nice to get invited to the parties and to be able to hobnob and celebrate a job well done with your colleagues.

I don't shop just high-end, honestly. I shop at Zara, I shop at Topshop, I shop at H&M. I shop everywhere.

I dream for a living.