Resisting a beautiful chocolate cake or a wonderful foie gras is as difficult as (the idea of) saying no to Paul Newman.

The other day I went to a school in Harlem to talk to some 7th graders [12-year-olds] and I said, ‘If I have to give you some advice, the most important thing is: the sooner you become your own best friend, the better your life will be,’ 

One of the most important things about fashion is to dress as well as you can, look as attractive as you can, and at the same time be comfortable with yourself. Be easy about your clothes; forget about them.

You are the one that possesses the keys to your being. You carry the passport to your own happiness.

The most important relationship in your life is the relationship you have with yourself. Because no matter what happens, you will always be with yourself.

I don't like to talk about my dreams. I like to make them happen. I prefer to talk about them when they're done.

I am almost a vegetarian, and I meditate, do yoga and love to hike.