Here are some great quotes from top Olympians on how they strive for gold in competition and in life!
Live Life at 100%, But Enjoy Every Minute
“When I was younger, Jackie Joyner-Kersee was a mentor to me and gave me great advice. The best was to ‘work 100 percent, but enjoy every moment along the way.’ Sometimes you get so in the zone, you forget to enjoy your passions. I love running—but I also love the movies, relaxing on the beach, shopping and spending time with my friends. Enjoying my life helps me enjoy my running.”—Allyson Felix, Runner
Have a Backup Plan
“My parents knew fencing wasn’t going to pay the bills. They encouraged me to get the best possible education so I’d have plenty of options when my athletic career was over.”—Sada Jacobson, Fencer, Yale ’06, Michigan Law School
View Changes As Opportunities
“Something my mom taught me when I was little is that everything happens for a reason. Retiring was scary and it was tough to give up gymnastics, but so many great opportunities have come from it that I never expected. And those wouldn’t have happened had I not accepted my injury as a way to try something new.” —Shawn Johnson, Retired Gymnast
…and finally my best advice
Find Mentors who teach you how to fly
Throughout my own careers in competitive swimming, medicine, school and work, my life has been enhanced by significant mentors who have taken me under their wing and taught me how to fly. I want to pay this forward and mentor others to live their BEST LIFE. If you are interested in a life and a career driven by passion and purpose, check out my mentoring program at www.MentorWithDrKaren.com
Enjoy the Olympics!
