Being in ballet class, being on the stage, being surrounded by my peers at American Ballet Theater every day, keeps me so humble and grounded. Being in ballet class, I feel, is like this meditation for me every morning.
Misty CopelandRead
I wake up every morning, and I go to ballet class no matter what's going on the night before. That's my priority, and that's what makes me feel sane and not removed from the realities of my world.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Prioritizing passion and discipline in daily life can provide a sense of balance and sanity.
In this quote, Misty Copeland emphasizes the importance of maintaining a routine that centers around her passion for ballet, regardless of the circumstances she faces each day. She views her commitment to ballet not merely as an artistic pursuit, but as a vital element that grounds her and keeps her connected to reality, illustrating how personal priorities can shape our mental well-being.
Themes
BalletPriorityRoutineSanityPassion
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Example use cases
This quote can be used in a motivational speech to inspire artists to prioritize their craft.
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Be strong, be fearless, be beautiful. And believe that anything is possible when you have the right people there to support you.
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I say over and over again that I am just standing on the shoulders of so many who have set this path for me, and they may not be seen or recognized or have been given an opportunity to have a voice, but I'm here representing all of those dancers. Dance Theatre of Harlem Virginia Johnson, Tai Jimenez, Lauren Anderson.
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It's hard to be the one that stands out when, you know, in a ballet company, you're trying to create unison and uniform when you're in a corps de ballet.
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