Growing up in rural Louisiana, the ecosystem around our home wove harmoniously into our family and into our daily life. Every life lesson that trickled its way into my being came from a mutually respectful relationship between the environment and my family.

I don't need to make money destroying my environment. Why don't I just love it and figure out a way to be more sustainable?

I have a million acquaintances but just two or three true friends. I can't hide anything from them.

All the women in my life have really made my life what it is, and I feel so fortunate, so whole because of them.

Maybe one of the only things I do well: I cook like a maniac! I would be a chef if I weren't an actor.

There is no differentiation between all living things: trees, river, animals, and humans. We are all one interdependent organism, so our focus may seem broad but each element interacts with the other. We have so many phenomenal eyes, skills, and hands on deck. It's mind-blowingly exciting.

We love things that are dangerous yet sexy. We love things that are powerful and wise.