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.
Interpretation
Success is defined by pursuing and engaging in what you love rather than what is expected.
In this quote, Tony Hawk emphasizes that true success comes from doing what one loves instead of merely adhering to societal expectations or obligations. He highlights the common struggle of individuals who, out of fear or obligation, avoid taking the risks necessary to pursue their passions, suggesting that fulfillment and happiness are found in following one's true interests.
In practice
In a motivational speech to students about choosing their career paths.
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.
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.
I consider skateboarding an art form, a lifestyle and a sport. 'Action sport' would be the least offensive categorization.
Skateistan's not just about skating. Itβs giving people life skills and hope for the future.
If you're to succeed at any endeavor, the first and most important person you must convince is yourself. Success comes not from merely a belief that you can do it. Success comes when you absolutely know you can achieve it
There's a certain sense of ownership that the fans have over you....The thing is, it's all good. You just have to get used to it. If somebody comes up to you while you're eating dinner or something, it's kind of like, 'Well, I asked for it.' It's much better than the alternative-nobody caring and nobody buying your music. The point is to try to just realize that these people are really excited, and that's a good thing. You want them to be that way.
Success consists of getting up just one more time than you fall.
Whether weβre talking about socks or stocks, I like buying quality merchandise when it is marked down.
The key to success is emotional stability.
Everybody in the world knew who I was before I knew who I was.
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