I can only control what I do when I go compete.
Simone BilesRead
A successful competition for me is always going out there and putting 100 percent into whatever I'm doing. It's not always winning. People, I think, mistake that it's just winning. Sometimes it could be, but for me, it's hitting the best sets I can, gaining confidence, and having a good time and having fun.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Success is about giving your best effort rather than just winning.
In this quote, Simone Biles emphasizes that true success is not solely defined by winning or achieving external accolades but rather by the effort put into the activity. She highlights the importance of personal growth, confidence, and enjoyment in the pursuit of one's goals, suggesting that fulfillment comes from the journey and the passion invested rather than just the outcome.
Themes
SuccessEffortConfidenceEnjoymentGrowth
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech at a sports event to inspire young athletes about the importance of effort.
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All quotes →I always say my biggest competitor is myself because, whenever I step out there on the mat, I'm competing against myself to prove that I can do this and that I am very well trained, prepared for it.
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It was a very long and hard decision. My dad kept telling me, 'You can always go to college, but you can't always go pro.' That made sense to me.
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Always work hard and have fun in what you do because I think that's when you're more successful. You have to choose to do it.
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We've always had each other's backs in and out of competition. We support each other the most because we're the only ones that know what it's like to go through what we do, and so we can't be more thankful for each other. We're like sisters.
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Most people would focus on concentrating more, and I can't do that. It almost makes me overthink a lot of my things. I have to focus on not thinking.
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