The more vulnerable and the more confused the song is, the equal and opposite effect is how I feel after having written it. Alanis Morissette confuseeffectequal Change image and share on social
I really do see that anywhere I am, whether it's doing interviews a hundred in a row, that every situation I'm in, I'm at choice in the matter. Alanis Morissette choicehundredinterview Change image and share on social
I'm really clear about what my life mission is now. There's no more depression or lethargy, and I feel like I've returned to the athlete I once was. I'm integrating all the parts of me - jock, musician, writer, poet, philosopher - and becoming stronger as a result. Alanis Morissette athletecleardepression share on social
Typically, I would run away from conflict and write about it - that was easier than staying and dealing face-to-face with humans; that's terrifying for me. Alanis Morissette conflictdealeasy Change image and share on social
I'm a liability to them - I'm a woman, I'm empowered, I'm an artist. I've had executives who can't come to my shows they're so scared of me. I've been a thorn in many people's sides just by existing. Alanis Morissette artistempowerexecutive Change image and share on social
Then I realized that secrecy is actually to the detriment of my own peace of mind and self, and that I could still sustain my belief in privacy and be authentic and transparent at the same time. It was a pretty revelatory moment, and there's been a liberating force that's come from it. Alanis Morissette authenticbeliefdetriment share on social
Do I appreciate the idea of jealousy, revenge and all these so-called dark qualities? Yes. Do I write these songs in order to engage in some public war with someone? No. Alanis Morissette calldarkengage Change image and share on social