When I started skating, it was such a small community. You didn't aspire to be rich or famous or make a career out of it because that wasn't something anyone had done yet.
Interpretation
The quote reflects on the humble beginnings of skateboarding as a niche activity without aspirations for fame or wealth.
This quote by Tony Hawk captures the essence of the early skateboarding community, where participants engaged in the sport out of passion rather than for financial gain or notoriety. It highlights the purity of pursuing something simply for the joy of it, without the pressures of commercialization or the expectation of success that often accompanies mainstream activities.
In practice
This quote can be used in a discussion about the authenticity of sports and hobbies.
The pro skaters I know are responsible members of society. Many of them are fathers, homeowners, world travelers and successful entrepreneurs. Their hairdos and tattoos are simply part of our culture, even when they raise eyebrows during PTA meetings.
I believe that people should take pride in what they do, even if it is scorned or misunderstood by the public at large.
If I can stand up when I'm 80, I'll be happy to cruise around on a skateboard. If I feel like my skills are fading, I just won't do it publicly.
I consider skateboarding an art form, a lifestyle and a sport. 'Action sport' would be the least offensive categorization.
My definition of success is doing what you love. I feel many people do things because they feel they have to, and are hesitant to risk following their passion.
Skateistan's not just about skating. It’s giving people life skills and hope for the future.
I have a lot to learn about NASCAR. But I've learned if you have the right people in the right places doing the right things, you can be successful at whatever you do.
If 90% of success in life is showing up, the other 10% depends on what you're showing up for.
A slave has but one master; an ambitious man has as many masters as there are people who may be useful in bettering his position.
Success requires persistence, the ability to not give up in the face of failure. I believe that optimistic explanatory style is the key to persistence.
We really don't look at our competitors. The market is big. If you focus too much on competitors, you can lose focus on the customer. If we make our customers happier, we are going to win.
If you want to win, do the ordinary things better than anyone else does them day in and day out.
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