For me growing up, I've found that I don't really go out and party and I don't hang out - when I come home and I'm home, I'm a pretty chilled person.

For me, embracing my own power is about embracing my right to be an individual.

When I was in elementary school I was a big fan of the zip-off pants that could be turned into shorts. The Delia's catalog used to be my bible.

When you stop caring about something, then other people have to decide whether or not they genuinely care about you, or not.

My mom and I were super close when I was a kid, her and I sort of ran off from her ex-husband. It wasn't such a good time for us and I remember listening to The Distillers with her. One time I actually asked her, 'Mom, can I shave my head into a mohawk?'

I learn every day what it means to love myself, and I'm constantly figuring out what makes me feel empowered.

Don't judge. Don't stay inside all the time. Get out and let somebody know who you are.