What did Mary Lou Retton mean by: In the dressing room, I always put on my right shoe first. Same thing for my right wristband. Mary Lou Retton Gymnast · USA Copy
You’ve got to believe in yourself first. Take risks and don’t be afraid to fall. Author, January 3, 2024January 1, 2025, Mary Lou Retton, Belief, Fear, Risk, 0 Mary Lou Retton Gymnast · USA
Having a home away from the media glare is important to world-class athletes. Author, January 3, 2024January 1, 2025, Mary Lou Retton, Performance, Privacy, Sanctuary, 0 Mary Lou Retton Gymnast · USA
Many medal winners dream of competing in a sport other than the one they’re famous for. Author, January 3, 2024January 1, 2025, Mary Lou Retton, Ambition, Change, Identity, 0 Mary Lou Retton Gymnast · USA
If I had a bad performance in a particular leotard, I threw it in the trash. Author, January 3, 2024January 1, 2025, Mary Lou Retton, Disposal, Perfectionism, Self-criticism, 0 Mary Lou Retton Gymnast · USA
For athletes, the Olympics are the ultimate test of their worth. Author, January 3, 2024January 1, 2025, Mary Lou Retton, Achievement, Competition, Validation, 0 Mary Lou Retton Gymnast · USA
Companies that support sports developmental programs in our communities should also be applauded. Author, January 3, 2024January 1, 2025, Mary Lou Retton, Community, Development, Support, 0 Mary Lou Retton Gymnast · USA
For six years, I kept my five Olympic medals wrapped in a plastic bread bag beneath my bed. Author, January 3, 2024January 1, 2025, Mary Lou Retton, Achievement, Dedication, Humility, 0 Mary Lou Retton Gymnast · USA
Rather then focusing on the obstacle in your path, focus on the bridge over the obstacle. Author, January 3, 2024January 1, 2025, Mary Lou Retton, Determination, Perspective, Resilience, 0 Mary Lou Retton Gymnast · USA
Two quite opposite qualities equally bias our minds – habits and novelty. Read explanation Jean de la Bruyere Writer · France
I was always the last woman on the last down elevator as the store was closing. Jean Kerr Playwright · USA
It is only habit and routine that makes the void look like purpose. Jeanette Winterson Author · England
I sit down at my desk pretty early in the morning and write all day until about 4 or 5 p.m. Jeannette Walls Journalist · USA
