"I'd try to channel my nervous energy in a positive way into strength and endurance. It didn't always work."
-Kristi Yamaguchi
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"At 6 years old, the ice became a place for me to express myself. Because I was so shy off the ice, it became my safe haven, with music and freedom and self-expression. That was my emotional outlet.“
-Kristi Yamaguchi
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"I'd try to channel my nervous energy in a positive way into strength and endurance. It didn't always work."
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"Having achieved my own dreams, I want to give to kids who are less fortunate, who struggle with everyday obstacles. I want to give them something positive in their lives: support."
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"I've realized how precious life is. When I was younger, I was more adventurous. I felt invincible. I was game for everything. As a mom, I don't want to get injured because then I can't take care of my kids."
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"I burnt myself out of skating. I was ready to focus on being a mom."
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"I'm kind of a homebody. My husband says I like to just stay home and do nothing, but that's just how I am."
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