I could have seen myself going into academia, but I don't love it; I just like it.

I had a Christian upbringing - it was all about sin and guilt. I was very happy just kissing people. I was like the make-out queen - not even second base.

My major in college was Chinese Studies. It was very intentional.

You know how in high school you do these plays and people come up after the show and they're really excited for you? Well, that's what's happening to me right now.

I assume that if people get to know me, they'll like me. If they don't, it's not my problem.

As a youth, I hated myself for not being good enough. All my inadequacies and failures, not being kind enough, generous or understanding enough, would assail me at night. It became a habit to be guilty and self castigating, not liking myself because I was unworthy... I really tortured myself.

I have learned to pare down what I do and still be effective and strong in a role.