Mary Lou Retton's Gateways to Happiness...
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“You've got to believe in yourself first. Take risks and don't be afraid to fall.”
“If I had a bad performance in a particular leotard, I threw it in the trash.”
“Be cocky. Walk into the Georgia Dome like you own it.”
“Each of us has a fire in our hearts for something. It's our goal in life to find it and keep it.”
“Rather then focusing on the obstacle in your path, focus on the bridge over the obstacle.”
“For athletes, the Olympics are the ultimate test of their worth.”
“In the dressing room, I always put on my right shoe first. Same thing for my right wristband.”
“Pay-per-view would deprive many kids of the delight of seeing the Olympics.”
“Companies that support sports developmental programs in our communities should also be applauded.”
“For six years, I kept my five Olympic medals wrapped in a plastic bread bag beneath my bed.”
“Getting to know athletes from all over the planet is a big part of the Olympic experience.”
“Having a home away from the media glare is important to world-class athletes.”
“Working hard becomes a habit, a serious kind of fun.”
“Even though it may seem counterintuitive, a comfort zone is a dangerous place to be.”
“Heat is required to forge anything. Every great accomplishment is the story of a flaming heart.”
“Many medal winners dream of competing in a sport other than the one they're famous for.”