Quotes from Reham Khan

Good performance in government was never Imran's target.

I am actually quite relieved that I didn't have to stand beside Imran Khan while he touted blasphemy laws, and his party targeted minorities. I wouldn't want to justify the indefensible.

I think Imran has the tendency to pick the worst qualities from other politicians. What I meant when I told him to follow Modi's model was that gain experience of being a CM for ten years in a challenging province and then target the PM's chair.

I am very clear that Pashtun rights should be provided.

To me India is not much different from Pakistan. The problems are the same: poverty, hunger, abuse of human rights. The dreams are the same too - of providing for our families and giving the best education to our children.

I can't live without Pakistan; so, yes, I will return. My children have declared me psychotic and crazy as a result, but I do wish to go back.

If you think you are doing the right thing, if you think you are on the right path, never be bullied. I've been bullied and I can tell you that I am one woman facing this system, patriarchy.

Those who are looking to seek power must make wise judgements.

A bond that is strong can withstand any attack, rumour or pressure.

I categorically state that I did not participate in PTI politics. I was told to be engaged in certain activities as wives of politicians are asked to do all over the world.

Belgian shepherds are hard work, but I realised that they were still easier than most grown men.

A fascist individual and regime thrives on this perception of fear they build up.

Love isn't always about hanging on. Sometimes it's about letting go.

On a daily basis, it's heartbreaking to see women put up with violence for years silently and feel ashamed of speaking out about it.

The top tip for parenting, especially for newly married couples or people trying to have a baby: you should want to have a child.

I am very impatient and get frustrated if results are not delivered in time.

Everyone knew in Pakistan that the military establishment was going to bring in Imran as PM and people did not want to risk the wrath of this powerful lobby.

People ask me how I've raised three children as a single parent but honestly, parenting has been a breeze.

I had this complex of being the perfect wife. This comes from the subliminal messages girls learn from a young age, so even independent, spirited women like me entertain such notions.

Although people have different perceptions, I personally define myself as a mother. My life has been revolving around children since a young age. Before my marriage, I was involved with my siblings' kids, so I can be called a mother figure in the family.

As a wife, you see and hear things. Imran always spoke about his links with the military.

In politics, you must never forget that everything is analysed.

I give my children a lot of freedom, which I suppose a lot of parents don't do. I do have rules but nothing like no noise, no music.

Doormats are rarely valued. Men actually like women who are not that obsessed by the man in their life.