You need to give yourself the time to think freely. I don't know if that is political. But sometimes things are political because you observe things that are right or that are wrong and you want to speak on them.

I enjoy just being me. I don't need to be Queen Latifah, the brand, 24 hours a day.

Dreams become reality when we put our minds to it.

I don't have any regrets. If I could have talked to my 19- or 20-year-old self, I would have said, 'You're going to be fine. It ain't that serious!'

I need something bigger than myself. And the only thing that can be would be a child. Someone who would help me live even more selflessly.

You just have to connect with people who believe in your vision and who will work with you and advance your cause.

Look at people for an example, but then make sure to do things your way. Surround yourself with positive people.