I haven't personally experienced bullying, but when I was in high school, I had a best friend who became a bully. I took a stand and took it upon myself to separate from her. I couldn't be associated with her because it wasn't the type of person I wanted to be.

As long as you are being true to yourself, you will always find happiness.

I want to encourage young women to stand up for each other and speak up when they see others in a tough situation.

I'm not going to conform, and hurt myself, and do something crazy to be a size 2.

It's nice to have a boyfriend, but it's even nicer to own your house when you're 21.

I dreamed really big when I was little.

I auditioned for 'American Idol' at 17. They told me, 'No.'