The only person who can stop you from reaching your goals is you.
Jackie Joyner-KerseeRead
It wasn't until I was 14 and watched the 1976 Olympic games on television that I really started to dream about the big time. I remember seeing Evelyn Ashford in the 100 meters, and she was going to UCLA.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote illustrates how a significant event can ignite one's aspirations and dreams.
Jackie Joyner-Kersee reflects on a pivotal moment in her youth when she witnessed the power of athletic excellence during the 1976 Olympic games. Watching Evelyn Ashford compete inspired her to envision her own potential and set ambitious goals, demonstrating how role models and monumental events can influence dreams and aspirations.
Themes
DreamsInspirationAspirationSuccessAthletics
In practice
Example use cases
This quote would be perfect for a motivational speech aimed at young athletes.
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All quotes →Winning is great, but being able to finish my last Olympic Games on American soil was very important. Even though I was injured, I didn't let my psyche get the best of me and cause me to doubt myself, so I was willing to pull every muscle in my body in '96 in order to get the job done and I came away with the bronze medal.
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We live in a world where sports have the potential to bridge the gap between racism, sexism and discrimination. The 2012 Olympic Games was a great start but hopefully what these games taught us is that if women are given an opportunity on an equal playing field the possibilities for women are endless.
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The 2012 London Olympic Games fostered a generation of hope. I witnessed women participating for the very first time, representing every nation.
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It is better to look ahead and prepare than to look back and regret.
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I set my sights on making an Olympic team, not realizing how tough it was going to be.
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