I thought I had to be perfect. I would often make choices I thought would make everyone else happy. I lived at a pace that was "good for my career," whether it was good for me or not. I have learned how important it is to check in with myself and listen, really listen.

When I am truly present, I feel alive, and I want everyone around me to share that feeling so we can make the most of that moment together.

Why give up before we try?

I have big everything on the bottom but I love my legs. You've got to love what's yours.

With each new day, I'm learning how to take control in order to have balance in my life. I plan time for myself and my loved ones and take it.

There's too much darkness in the world. Everywhere you turn, someone is tryin' to tear someone down in some way; everywhere you go, there's a feeling of inadequacy, or a feeling that you're not good enough. I want to bring a certain light to the world.

If I want to be alone, some place I can write, I can read, I can pray, I can cry, I can do whatever I want - I go to the bathroom.