I still do find it very difficult in the West to connect to this politeness of smiling, not saying how you're thinking or not saying how you really feel.

Personal style? I don't really believe in that. Whatever is comfortable.

I always knew, from the very day of my own mutilation, that I would one day fight against this practice. I did not know how and when, but I knew that I would fight it.

Sometimes I wonder where I am from. I am either way ahead or I come from another world. I don't recognise this world.

I belong nowhere and to no one.

Laws are important. But they can only be effective if the people know about the particular laws.

I love life. I wish I could live another 500 years, truly. There is so much to do. I don't feel bitter or angry or disappointed. If anything, I am very grateful for where I come from. I have absolutely no regrets.