I have learned never to judge any of the characters that I portay. Sometimes that is difficult to do because as a human being we tend to make judgements when we find out information about people and situations. In order to bring a character to life, though, I find that I cannot judge her or I won't be true to her.

When I've done gymnastics, ballet or soccer - I was always trying to be the best. I'm really driven. Really driven.

I choose every role, in association with the other ones. I try not to do one thing, over and over and over again.

I hate when things are sugar-coated. I'd rather have the ugliest truth than the best lie.

Don't front, don't put something out there that you feel isn't realistic and doesn't portray who you are. Just be yourself, be you, and don't be afraid to speak your mind.

My mom was always like, "If you love it, do it. If she's actually having fun, and I know that my kid is having fun, she's gonna do whatever she wants. Whether that's gymnastics, learning the car, acting or just being a normal kid, she's gonna do what makes her happy." That's how I've always lived my life.

If you read the novel, you have expectations. And, if you've seen something first, it's just hard to do.