I write a lot on airplanes actually because it's completely isolating; there's no one to talk to, there's nothing to do. And then I think a lot of it sort of comes out sitting down with the people I'm co-writing with and talking to them about what I'm going through and what I want to say. It just sort of happens; every song came about in a completely different yet organic way.

Growing up in the public spotlight and having insecurities like every other girl, I really know what it's like to feel self-conscious.

I'm a spiritual person and a religious person. But for me, it's all a personal thing. I'm not someone who'll say, 'This is what I believe, and you should too!' It's more of an internal, quiet, grounded, fulfilling thing for me.

I think I found it difficult though to keep a straight face when we were actually working and I wasn't supposed to be laughing.

I'm really kind of boring - I'd rather go to bed early and get up early because I really value my time off, my time away from work.

Someday we'll know if love can move a mountain.

Although birth control is a part of my plan now, it won't necessarily be a year from now. I want to use my platform to inspire other women out there.