My goal is to be a great-looking 70-year-old! I won't mind being 70, but I want people to say, "You're 70?"

The one thing I believe is that families are off-limits. And I think my husband said it, and he was clear on that. And I totally agree with him.

Value everyone's contribution and treat everyone with respect.

Every elected official on this planet should understand - don't play with our children, don't do it.

People are always going to have opinions, and people have a right to their opinions, particularly when you're the First Lady; you're representing the nation. I've tried to be at peace with the choices that I make first, and then be open to everyone else's reflection.

Do not bring people in your life who weigh you down. And trust your instincts ... good relationships feel good. They feel right. They don't hurt. They're not painful. That's not just with somebody you want to marry, but it's with the friends that you choose. It's with the people you surround yourselves with.

Success is only meaningful - and enjoyable - if it feels like your own.