I shall be well enough when I get to Kentucky or Alabama. The tonic I need is the tonic of opposition. That always sets me on my feet.
Dorothea DixRead
This is my journey. If I fall, I have to pick myself up. If I'm not getting the playing time I want, it's up to me to figure out why.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Take responsibility for your own journey and growth.
In this quote, Carli Lloyd emphasizes the importance of personal accountability and self-determination in one's journey. She implies that setbacks are inevitable, but it is crucial to rise after a fall and to actively seek solutions when things do not go as planned, particularly in the context of one's performance and goals.
Themes
JourneyResponsibilityGrowthMotivationSelf-Improvement
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can inspire athletes during a motivational speech at a sports event.
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