Drew Barrymore

I could never be cynical, not that I think there’s anything wrong with cynicism. I think it can be quite funny at times. But I just feel so grateful to be alive.

Drew Barrymore

I decided very early on that it took too much of my energy to pretend to be someone else. People will make up their minds about me whatever I do or say, but at least I know I am being true to myself.

Drew Barrymore

I don’t know anybody’s road who’s been paved perfectly for them, there are no manuals, you don’t know what life has in store for you.

Drew Barrymore

I feel like I was born the day my kids were and that my life before was only there to gain wisdom for them. The point is you do your best. Your very best every day. You do it, and you do it for them!

Drew Barrymore

I find a lot of really hot people to be extremely boring because they haven’t had to work at it.

Drew Barrymore

I just want to make sure I have a sense of balance between work and life, because work is my life and the lines can get really blurry.

Drew Barrymore

I never act my characters – I am them.

Drew Barrymore

I never have been insecure, because I see what a waste it is. I know there is a solution to insecurity. I don’t tend to be thrown by problems that don’t have solutions. And insecurity has a wealth of alternatives.

Drew Barrymore

I really want to understand the mind so I can be more comfortable with the way people are. Being comfortable with people is incredibly important.

Drew Barrymore

I think happiness is a choice. If you feel yourself being happy and can settle in to the life choices you make, then it’s great. It’s really, really great. I swear to God, happiness is the best makeup.

Drew Barrymore