What life motto inspires you?
Life is like an ocean wave: it rises up in all its strength and beauty. But its untameable force comes from the depths of the sea. There you find a moment of stillness, a breath of calm. Then the spectacle begins again. I believe what you have to learn for yourself is which part of the wave you’re in.


Which of your personality traits motivates you to keep growing?
I have kept my inner child alive. The child in me is always looking for exciting games, secrets and worlds.


What’s the secret of your career?
I have decided to be as authentic at possible, at every age. Right now, in the middle of my life, I’m enjoying depicting this stage of a woman’s life as an actress. After everything I have experienced in life, I have a lot to say and want to make that visible in my roles. In Germany, there are 21 million women over 50. Let their stories be told.

What is the greatest challenge you have overcome in your life so far – and what did you learn from it?
My greatest challenge and a rapid stage of development was the birth of my daughter, Juna. When a child comes into the world, you bear a huge responsibility. You live without compromise and become more vulnerable.


What’s the secret of your career?
I love my career and don’t see it as work. It comes with certain rules; I don’t like all of them, but it’s part of the job. Being dependent on external decisions, for example. You have to be okay with that. I meditate, do yoga, swim; I’m flexible and satisfied with my decisions thus far.


What advice would you give your younger self?
I would tell myself to feel less guilty. And encourage myself not to be afraid to make mistakes. To dance more, to laugh, and not to grow up too fast; to spend months hanging out by the sea and to surf. I would reassure myself that I can rely on myself and that despite all life’s ups and downs, everything will turn out well.