The Lake Placid Ice Dance Championships are next week. That’s an event that marks the beginning of the competition season for many ice dancers. The perspective of the skaters (and their coaches and families) can make all the difference between a happy or miserable competition.
In sports – and life in general – it’s too easy to get caught up in placements and success. But there are some quotes I find especially helpful.
When my kids were competitive figure skaters, we always were happiest at competitions when we found something to celebrate, regardless of the competition outcome. It really is good to remember the Carl Lewis quote “It’s all about the journey, not the outcome” and to have an “attitude of gratitude.”
“It’s All about the Journey” Word-Art Freebie
And whatever the outcome, I think we all need to remember to just dance – through competitions and through life.
“We Should Dance” Word-Art Freebie
In a comment on my “We Should Dance” word-art post, Snowcatcher, a Colorado blogger with stunning photography and designs, reminded me of the song “I Hope You Dance” by Lee Ann Womack. I think that song fits perfectly with the quote “Life may not be the party we hoped for, but while we’re here we should dance.”
If you’re an athlete or have athletes in your family, you might find these posts helpful:
How to Get the Most out of a Skating Competition
Let Gratitude Carry You through the Competition Season
Whether it’s in sports or life, I truly hope we can all just dance.
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So true. I’m needing to be a little less tied to the outcome today. I’m enjoying reading.
Thanks, Mary! I often have to remind myself about that, too.
I hope you guys make the most out of this championship, what an amazing opportunity
Thanks, Ella! My kids are retired from competitive skating now, but the Lake Placid Ice Dance Championships are a wonderful opportunity. That Lake Placid is such a lovely area and was the location for the 1980 Winter Olympics makes it all the better! We have lots of great memories from Lake Placid! 🙂
I often find myself saying that same quote! So true.
Thanks, Kirsty! I was just thinking about visiting your blog when I saw your comment in my email! 🙂
Just beautiful! I had never seen the video, so thanks! And this post is so timely because I just watched “Miracle” last night!
I think these are thoughts I need to keep in my head next month as I attempt Pikes Peak again…
Thanks for filling me up with positive thoughts!
Thanks so much for your kind comment, Snowcatcher! I love “Miracle.” Good luck with Pikes Peak – that’s a great challenge! 🙂
How did I never see this site of yours Deb? I love this!
Thanks so much, Sheila! I’m kind of all over the place! 😉 My husband and I even have another blog (although he writes most of those blog posts) at http://SpringSnowPublications.com!
Love the journey quote. And the song is breathtaking. I’ve learned to do some dancing in spite of life’s circumstances and have found joy in doing so.
Thanks for the poster!
Thanks for your lovely comment, Pamela! We used the journey quote a lot when my kids were skating competitors. It really helped keep competition in perspective. I love your statement “I’ve learned to do some dancing in spite of life’s circumstances and have found joy in doing so.” 🙂