When I'm living in the world of luxury and celebrity, which is where I found myself for a large part of my life, it's a walk-on part. Not a vital necessity, like it is for so many people. I enjoy it but I can see right through it!

It has always felt like a failure that Bjorn and I couldn't keep our family together. You never get it back, but to this day I don't regret splitting up. The reason behind our separation is one of those things I definitely don't want to go into!

When I was 25, Abba was formed. After Abba I made three solo albums. Maybe I have been productive enough.

My path has not been determined. I shall have more experiences and pass many more milestones.

I can spot empty flattery and know exactly where I stand. In the end it's really only my own approval or disapproval that means anything.

The press has always written that I am a recluse and a mysterious woman, but I am more down-to-earth than they think.

It's strange that the newspapers don't see a connection between their false revelations about my private life and my need for seclusion and security.