No matter how much you're going to be criticized or no matter how big of a risk it is, the boldness is the thing that helps you

I always say, when I work with younger actresses, "I'm here." Reese says it, too: "We've lived it. We know things. So if there's anything you want to know." I'm careful not to be the preacher, like, "Now, listen to me!" But I do want to be available. Even in terms of things like finances - where do you learn that, if you don't have people you can ask, "Hey, can I ask you a question?"

Yippee! I can't believe I made it. It feels like a long haul to get here. I'm so fine with it. People want you to have some sort of breakdown, but I'm relieved to be 40 years old, and I've lived a life.

I find trying to solve problems and save lives is far more important than my film career.

It's taken me 40-something years, but I embrace the curl. My littlest daughter has the same hair. She likes it when my hair is curly, so I wear it for her.

I have a passion for my work, and that can seep into you. It's almost as if you're drawn to it.

The reality of one night, let alone that of a whole lifetime, can never be the whole truth.