I think we all strive to push ourselves, to overcome our struggles. And when we do, we get to know ourselves better.

It's really important that, as women, we tell our stories. That is what helps seed our imaginations.

So I think you have to marry for the right reasons, and marry the right person.

To push behind the dog sled and run in front of the dog sled. That was always an interesting job.

I was at a point where I was ready to say I am what I am because of what I am and if you like me I'm grateful, and if you don't, what am I going to do about it?

For me, exploration is about that journey to the interior, into your own heart. I'm always wondering, how will I act at my moment of truth? Will I rise up and do what's right, even if every fiber of my being is telling me otherwise?

The challenge, whenever you create anything, is to persevere and push away the negative voices. And the more you accomplish, the louder they get. The key is to shut them off and trust in your heart where you're going.