It isn't until you begin to fight in your own cause that you (a) become really committed to winning, and (b) become a genuine ally of other people struggling for their freedom.
Robin MorganRead
As a kid growing up, I didn't want to tell any of my classmates I did figure-skating because I knew they'd be like, 'Oh, you're a skater, you're gay, blah blah blah.' So I kept it to myself. Once I started getting to more of an elite level, I didn't really care what people thought, though.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses a journey of self-acceptance and the courage to embrace one's identity despite societal judgment.
In this quote, Nathan Chen reflects on his childhood experiences with figure skating, highlighting the stigma and stereotypes associated with the sport. Initially, he felt the need to hide his passion due to fear of being judged by his peers. However, as he advanced to an elite level, he gained confidence and no longer cared about others' opinions, illustrating a significant personal transformation and the importance of self-acceptance.
Themes
Self-AcceptanceCourageFigure-SkatingIdentityJudgment
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about overcoming societal stereotypes in sports.
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