“I don’t want other people to decide who I am. I want to decide that for myself.”

Feeling beautiful has nothing to do with what you look like, I promise.

What gets scary is when your self-worth is tied up in what strangers think of you.

As a child I grew up with a school curriculum that totally glossed over British colonialism and British slavery.

Together we can spread our message and support strong people of all genders.

I really want to write a novel. I also want to learn to play the mandolin.

Rape is not just a physical, violent act perpetrated against one victim, it is an assault on humanity.

It is my belief that there is a greater understanding than ever that women need to be equal participants in our homes, in our societies, in our governments, and in our workplaces.

All I can do is follow my instincts, because I’ll never please everyone.

As an actress I take roles I find interesting.

I keep telling myself that I’m a human being, an imperfect human being who’s not made to look like a doll.

I like books that aren’t just lovely but that have memories in themselves.

I’ll be proud to say my country is committed to preventing violence against women.

The less you reveal, the more people can wonder.

Becoming yourself is really hard and confusing, and it’s a process. It’s often not cool to be the person who puts themselves out there.

I don’t want the fear of failure to stop me from doing what I really care about.

Black Lives Matter and women’s voices are a vital part of any movement for change.

There may be some difficulties during a period of adjustment. Specifically, picking up their life again and making their own truly independent decisions.

There may be some difficulties during a period of adjustment. Specifically, picking up their life again and making their own truly independent decisions.

There may be some difficulties during a period of adjustment. Specifically, picking up their life again and making their own truly independent decisions.

Decide what you want believe you can have it, believe you deserve it, believe it’s possible for you.

I believe in the power of journalism. To make informed decisions, you have to have an understanding of the dynamics of a situation. And journalism does bridge gaps and creates dialogue.

The toughest decision I ever made was staying alive when life was unbearable.

A decision should be made because it aligns with your soul. Not culture.

You don’t have to wait to have it all figured out before deciding to be happy.