What was most important to me at the Olympics was going out there and performing my best. When I messed up the first jump combination, which was my big move, it hit me that I messed up the program of my life.
You don't only worry about the people who hate or resent you; in a way, you're more worried about the people who love you.
Power and wealth are not two of my main stakes.
People say it is part of the game. You win some, you lose some. But not for me.
You will not think it unnatural that those who have an object depending, which strongly engages their hopes and fears, should be somewhat inclining to superstition.
Members of the Senate and House, if they want to send troops into war, should be forced to send a family member. That would really make everyone stop and go, 'Ohhh-kaaay.'
Sometimes emotions can win fights. Sometimes letting your feelings out in a fight can win you the fight. When it means the world to you, it's not just a sports contest - a boxing match for money or belts.
Though I was standing in front of a mirror, I wasn't really seeing my reflection. I was seeing, very clearly, that—at the moment—I was all in the world that Eric could think of as his own. I had better not fail him.
The political is personal.
Seeing off the new ball is important for me. I know that once I do that, the only way I could get out could be from my own mistake.
The other deals with my life and my livelihood and my family and all that I stand for.
