Q: You pull off quite a balancing act in your life. How do you juggle motherhood and work?
A: It's about making choices every day—what to eat, how to take care of my body and my son, how to think about myself, how good am I going to be to myself. We can decide to live each day with intention.

Q: Must be tough cramming exercise into your schedule—how do you stay fit?
A: Mostly yoga. It's almost a spiritual practice and reflects the way I live my life right now. Before, I was too anxious and couldn't quiet my mind. My workouts were hard and fast—rock the cardio! Now, I allow myself to slow down and be still. I don't wake up wanting to go to the gym, though. I like working out, especially yoga, but I still have to trick myself into doing it.

Q: What are your get-to-the-gym tricks?
A: It's all about finding what appeals to you on that day. For me, exercise is a necessity. I think better. I don't get depressed. I'm a better mother and a better actress. I have to work out because it seems everything falls apart when I don't. If I don't feel like going to the gym I go hiking with my son and the dogs—that's a workout. It's about being consistent. Deciding to do something three times a week and sticking to it. That's how you get results.

Q: What's in your age-defying arsenal?
A: We look much different after 40 than our grandmothers, even our mothers, did. Fitness, diet and exercise are part of our culture so we lead healthier lifestyles. We can give ourselves permission to color our hair or get Botox. Years ago, women didn't share beauty secrets. But let's not keep secrets. Let's bring it all out and talk about it.