My mother wasn't strong like my aunt. She was just very passive.
As far as the illusion of the fame, yes, I can definitely appreciate it.
You can get a thousand no's from people, and only one "yes" from God.
People see truth in my films. That's what they react to, and that's what they relate to.
I think there's something that happens at 40 where you settle into your own skin and you stop caring what people think - you realize life is a gift from God and you want to live it to the fullest.
Focus on one thing, make it your priority, and stick with it no matter what!