I cannot be defined by what other people think.

Women of South Africa are some of the most powerful people on Earth. Change what you believe is possible for yourself.

I believe that there are forces of light and darkness in the world, and I don't want to be a contributor to the force of darkness.

The great courageous act that we must all do, is to have the courage to step out of our history and past so that we can live our dreams.

I try to live in the moment and let that moment carry me to the next great place.

I interviewed - no - had lunch with Harper Lee several years ago, trying to convince Harper Lee to do "To Kill a Mockingbird" for the book club. She wouldn't do it. She said, "Honey, I said everything I wanted to say."

The happiness you feel is in direct proportion to the love you give.