Beyonce Covers "Self" Magazine

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Check out Beyonce on Self magazine's September cover.

What motivates her:

"Sisterhood means everything to me. All the charities I'm involved with are special, but I find any organization that focuses on women and children really motivating. GEMS and the young ladies the nonprofit helps are very close to my heart. And what I took away from the clients at Phoenix House changed my life. These were real people who touched me so much that I had to go beyond making a donation. They're gaining skills at the Cosmetology Center, which will help them earn a living and find their way out of substance abuse—it's a testament to the possibility of second chances."

Who inspires her:

"My mother, Tina Knowles. She's an incredibly loving person who is the first to make time for others."

Proudest accomplishment:

"Singing 'At Last' for President Barack Obama on his inauguration night was a personal accomplishment for me, both as a performer and an American."

Her recharge routine:

"I love going to dinners, seeing plays, visiting museums and spending time with family and friends. I know it's time to jump back into my work when everything I do starts inspiring lyrics and melodies and I can't keep myself out of the studio."

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Place where she is NOT a perfectionist:

"I promise I'm working on this, but I could be less messy at home and keep the clothes in my closet and off the floor!"

Images: Self magazine