“We had a lot of healing to do.

We’re still finding our footing.”

But I want a woman to feel safe enough that she can be soft," Jolie said.

Angelina Jolie attends the “Eternals” UK Premiere at BFI IMAX Waterloo on October 27, 2021 in London, England.

Angelina Jolie.Samir Hussein/WireImage

Sounds silly, but I assumed that pants and boots projected a ‘tougher’ look, a stronger me.

But was I strong enough to be soft?

At the time, no.

I guess I’m in transition as a person."

“Which I don’t want to get into.”

“We’re still finding our footing,” she added.

I’m hoping to change many aspects of my life.

And this is the forward-facing one."

Representatives for Jolie did not immediately respond to EW’s request for comment.