So as an amateur Olympic competitor I loved criticism, because it made me better. But now as a professional I don't really know how to channel it or where to take it, so I don't take it quite as well.

I don't want to look back-I want to keep looking ahead. I'd hate for my defining moment to be my past.

I had a ninth grade teacher who told me I was much smarter and much better than I was allowing myself to be.

Adversity, and perseverance and all these things can shape you. They can give you a value and a self-esteem that is priceless.

The high road is always respected. Honesty and integrity are always rewarded.

Always try to maintain complete tolerance and always make an effort to give people more then they expect.

I was nine-years-old when I first put on skates.