At my second record label, they told me and other female artists that some of us were going on the chopping block. I was 19... and it was devastating.

I don't feel like I'm very pop-star lame, but I'm definitely not hipster-cool.

I'm happy, I'm in a good place, I'm looking forward to my future.

I grew up not really having anything, so the idea that I can take care of my family and my friends now is a really cool bonus.

You don't have to feel like a waste of space, your original can not be replaced

I still have a spiritual base and a spiritual foundation.

Find out what your gift is and nurture it.