I never would've imagined in the first part of my life that I could've stood up and said anything. The war in Vietnam changed me. I was so angry. Some of my speeches probably weren't well considered.

Pay more attention to losing inches than losing pounds.

Being by myself, that is to say, without a man - it's been a long time - is allowing me to know what it feels like - to live in my own skin, to remember what I miss and don't miss about a relationship.

Declare a truce and accept food as a life-giving friend.

I like playing that character who brings love to people, who puts people in a place where they're apt to encounter love.

You shouldn't give up. For a while, you have to stay close to the wall and be careful who you spend time with and take care of yourself.

But the whole point of liberation is that you get out. Restructure your life. Act by yourself.