I think because I was a mother, it helped me feel comfortable that really my primary goal there was to save my kids.

It took a lot to get attention in my family. No wonder I'm an actress.

Every experience makes you grow.

After three major movies, I was like, 'Oh, I guess you're supposed to get a publicist?' Girls that are in the business now that are successful are more savvy.

I see myself at a certain age as not being able to play the kind of parts that would keep me stimulated, and I can't imagine my life ending professionally the moment that I've got to go to the plastic surgeon and have my face rearranged.

When you get into your 40s, it's all about lighting. It's hard. You have to face whether the way you look is your self-worth or not. Once you get beyond that, it's all about what's in your heart.

Sometimes when I read about my rebellion in print it sounds a little overrated.