I was a nervous flyer before, but now I've gotten used to it.

When I want something really badly, whether it's good or bad, I never stop until I get it. It's part of the way I was brought up.

There's such a huge diaspora of Filipino workers around the world and I want to help tell their story.

A lot of Filipinas are really into fashion, and there are so many noted Filipino designers around the world.

The future is a big place.

I've been stocking up on dry shampoo. We don't have dry shampoo in the Philippines yet. I notice that here in the U.S., there are a lot of volumizing products, like salt spray. In the Philippines, the humidity can make your hair a bit flat, so I'm wondering, how come we don't have this back home?

I wouldn't say there are alliances at the pageant, but I understand if you can't speak the language, you would want to hang out with someone who understands you.

You have to take into account the arc of your foot when you're buying heels.

I do not have any regrets about not having the opportunity to do my walk with the crown on stage.

The crown is always with me, so I keep it close.

I don't wear the sash to bed. But I make sure it is always clean. I have it in two colors, black and gray. And I make sure it goes with my outfit.

Because the cameras now are all HD they see everything! They see all the imperfections, so your makeup has to be perfect.

Some girls just don't know when to put the brush down, when to stop.

I have nothing against women who decide to have botox done.

Coming from a pageant title that celebrates diversity, I've come to appreciate all kinds of beauty.

I think what makes a woman naturally more beautiful is when she starts believing in herself and starts getting more confident because you can have the most expensive makeup, you can get a lot of services done, but if deep inside you're still not happy and confident, that's going to show.

If a woman is confident, she believes in herself and is really happy from the inside, you'll see that glow.

After I won Miss Universe, my managers started telling me I have to start putting on less makeup.

What I really like about Ultherapy is that it's really convenient. You only have to do it once a year for 45 minutes. That's really fast.

I like doing my own errands. I feel like they are very personal and it makes me feel like I achieved a lot that day.

Just because my reign had already ended doesn't mean that I have to forget the things I have done as Miss Universe.

I have a busy schedule and am constantly traveling so when I do have the time to grocery shop or prepare a meal, I make it a priority.

I like to enjoy foods that keep my energy levels stable. Otherwise I'd likely crash at some point during the day.

I always knew that transgenders are allowed to join Miss Universe and win Miss Universe. So they're welcome to join.

We live in a world where adolescents and young people, especially from key populations, are still left behind. We cannot fail to address their needs.

We have miles to go to end AIDS in the Philippines and we need to equip young people with the right information and enable them to access services that are safe and responsive to their needs.

I hope my story could become an inspiration of determination, discipline, faith and hardwork.

While I wasn't able to do my first walk' as Miss Universe during my pageant, at least I'll be able to do my final walk - and it will happen in the Philippines no less.

When it comes to trying to do good, I will keep going, even when I'm no longer Miss Universe.

I'll continue doing what I do, whether in the Philippines, here in the U.S., or elsewhere.

For fashion and beauty, I don't think you have to overthink it.

Sometimes we think that the more expensive brands will be more effective. Sometimes if you stick to the basics, that's what really matters. That's what I do anyway.

I'm a conservative businesswoman in a way because I try not to invest too much to the point that if things go bad, I'd lose a lot.

I'm a risk-taker because I don't have a lot of experience in putting up a business before - I didn't really learn about this in school - but I still choose to do it, especially since I'm now getting good advice from people around me.

It's a dream role for me to play a superhero.

If you're going to give me the role of Darna, I'll accept it. I will work hard, I will train, I will attend workshops. I will give all my strength. But, of course, it's ABS-CBN's decision in the end to see who is the perfect fit to play the role.

Everyday, we all struggle to be comfortable with our imperfections.

Let me just make a stand that our friends and family in the LGBTQIA-plus community have the right to take up space in our society.

You can only do Miss Universe once, so take as many pictures as you can, enjoy, and have fun.

I learned that you should never be afraid to speak your mind especially when you know it's right.

I've been my family's breadwinner since I was 11.

I love living in a condo because I don't have worries, relax ka lang and everything is being taken care of.

Just having plants around helps with your mood. You feel relaxed.

I prepared myself for Miss Universe for a very long time, for years, and I would always try to imagine what it would be like to introduce myself as Pia Wurtzbach, Miss Universe.

I've been getting Obagi prior to my being an endorser because my dermatologist prescribes the brand and I always like it, knowing Obagi is a well-trusted name, of quality and is safe to use.

I'm more Filipino than I am German. I guess I shouldn't be ashamed to say that.

Tuna pie has been a comfort food for me. Back in high school, when I was still studying at ABS-CBN's Distance Learning Center, I remember buying it every day from the Jollibee kiosk in our building.

Being sweet is something that's already given. As a beauty queen, you know that you should be relatable to people, that you should be authentic - and that makes you sweet. But you should also have that 'it' factor, and the confidence that will make you spicy.

I want to feel confident and good about myself.

I want to see how far I can go with my body. I always tell myself that I will be fit, but it never happens.