Women are dominating the charts, and women are doing it for themselves. We're kicking butt and taking no prisoners.
Patti LabelleRead
All I can tell you really is if you get to the point where someone is telling you that you are not great or not good enough, just follow your heart and don't let anybody crush your dream.
Interpretation
Stay true to yourself and your dreams despite negative feedback from others.
This quote emphasizes the importance of self-belief and resilience in the face of criticism. It encourages individuals to pursue their dreams unabated, regardless of external doubts or discouragement. The underlying message is to trust one's instincts and maintain a strong sense of purpose, highlighting that external opinions do not define one's worth or potential.
In practice
During a motivational speech at a school, when discussing the importance of believing in oneself.
Women are dominating the charts, and women are doing it for themselves. We're kicking butt and taking no prisoners.
I truly respect the people who are working. If they want an autograph from Patti LaBelle, they are going to get it. I have never separated myself from them. I never think you are better than the next one.
If we can (generate) the right emotion inside of us, we can get ourselves to do anything. If you don’t have the money, but you’re creative and determined enough, you’ll find the way.
Don't ever give up on ability. Don't give up on a player who has it.
Make yourself a "capacity" and I will make myself a "torrent."
If all you're doing is grinding for the man, it's going to burden you. Once you say, 'Hey, I'm grinding for the man, but I'm putting money away, and this is part of my exit strategy,' you're working for you.
Always know your merit and how special you are, and don't let someone else's qualifications make you feel small. If you stick to this, you will always deserve their respect.
Coaches will say that it's not important for their team to run more, and they prefer to make games the right way. I want to make games only the right way and run 10 km more.
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