“There is so much to be gained from adulthood! Feelings just become so much deeper. The feeling of sadness and loss is much deeper than when you were a kid, but the feelings of love and happiness have also so much more dimension when you get older... That is what's so hard and exciting about being a human being.”

Brie Larson is an American actress and activist of the 2010s and 2020s. She gained prominence for her Academy Award-winning role in *Room* (2015) and has since become known for her advocacy on issues like gender equality and mental health, often speaking candidly about her own experiences. Her work spans film, television, and public discourse, blending artistic achievement with social consciousness.