I think my Buddhist practice has a profound influence on my life and encompasses my creative projects.

I certainly wouldn't say that my life is a disaster, but there have been moments where I've felt like that.

I wouldn't say that I've had a tough life by any stretch of the imagination.

I actually think sadness and darkness can be very beautiful and healing.

It's inevitable your environment will influence what you do.

Possibly because I've lived so much of my life in difficult circumstances, I think I have a more profound understanding of life.