That's what the majority of people in the world do, they walk among the ruins of their life. Things that didn't work out, relationships that went sour, jobs that disappeared. All they can think about is their ruins, and when you focus on that you can't build a new you.

I do not want any child in America to have my childhood because it was taken away from me because I just wasn't good enough; well I am good enough now.

For my workout, I'm up at 4 A.M. I say my prayers, count my blessings, and I work out right away. I just get it done.

Count your blessings. You are one of a kind. There's no one in the world like you. You are amazing.

For 40 years, my formula has been to love yourself, move your body and to watch portion size. But the No. 1 thing is to love and value yourself, no matter what you've been through.

I think at the age of 50, everyone should write their own autobiography.

I've always practiced this: Love yourself. Move your body. Watch your portions.