And the fact that I liked to show off and be the center of attention really lends itself to figure skating very well.

The Olympics in '80 was phenomenal. It was my favorite memory of all competitive events, because it was brand new and it was exciting.

Fame is a very confusing thing, because you are recognized by a lot of people that you've never seen before, and they're at a great advantage.

Each movement is only learned after you've perfected the one before it.

And the fact that I liked to show off and be the center of attention really lends itself to figure skating very well.

Half of figure skating is opinion, convincing judges.

Refined indifference is a sports psychology precept: train like there's no tomorrow and then accept whatever happens. Once you step on the field realize that whatever is meant to be is meant to be.