I haven't had an easy life, but at some point ,you have to take responsibility for yourself and shape who it is that you want to be. I have no time for moaners. I like to chase my dreams and surround myself with other people who are chasing their dreams, too.

Sure, I'd love to have children some day. But world domination comes first.

The legs that I have made are far more perfect than the ones nature would have given me - my mother's side of the family have awful legs.

The Pentagon isn't a place that champions individuality and innovation.

I had a paper round and every night I would put the dinner on before Mum came home from work. I was capable because I had to be.

I like that Pilates compromises the mind and body. It's not just about being able to run around the block a few times. It's about alleviating stress and controlling breathing. It's about being balanced.

If we want to discover the full potential in our humanity, we need to celebrate those heartbreaking strengths and those glorious disabilities that we all have...it is our humanity, and all the potential within it that makes us beautiful.