There was a time when I looked to other people for recognition, because I didn't have enough confidence to trust my own judgment. Now I'm not looking for reassurance, because I realize how fickle people are. My own strength is the best I can have.

As a mother, you have that impulse to wish that no child should ever be hurt, or abused, or go hungry, or not have opportunities in life.

I think Scotland could take a stand in a wonderful way, ecologically and morally and ethically.

I want to be true to who I am.

I'm not really keen on comebacks. Eurythmics was an incredible thing. When I look back on that work, I feel very satisfied with it.

Most women are dissatisfied with their appearance - it's the stuff that fuels the beauty and fashion industries.

HIV/AIDS has no boundaries.