I went into boxing, and I'm bisexual, and I still achieved and performed at the highest level, and I came away with gold and made history, so with that said, anything is possible.
Interpretation
The quote illustrates that one can achieve greatness regardless of personal identity or challenges.
Nicola Adams emphasizes that despite facing societal stereotypes and personal challenges related to her bisexuality, she was able to succeed in boxing at the highest level. Her achievements, including making history and winning a gold medal, serve as a testament to the idea that determination and self-belief can lead to success, regardless of one's background or identity.
In practice
During a motivational speech to young athletes.
Everybody wants that spot: everybody wants to beat Nicola Adams. Everybody wants to be the Olympic champion; everybody wants to beat the Olympic champion. It's made me train that much harder and stay that much more focused. I guess, in a way, I've got them to thank for keeping me motivated and focused on the job I need to do.
Whatever you can do, or dream you can, begin it. Boldness has genius, power and magic in it.
'I can't' are two words that have never been in my vocabulary. I believe in me more than anything in this world.
Thank God every morning when you get up that you have something to do that day, which must be done, whether you like it or not.
You were not born a winner, and you were not born a loser. You are what you make yourself be.
I do not believe in excuses. I believe in hard work as the prime solvent of life's problems.
Never give up on something that you can't go a day without thinking about.
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