Any therapist will tell you that when you’re ready, you will come out. To be outed means you weren’t ready.
BILLIE JEAN KINGThat is where the power, opportunity, and choice come from-when you have money. Money equals opportunity. There is no question.
More Billie Jean King Quotes
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The old boy network is still very strong and very true. Just look at the stock exchange and how many men and women are there. It is still very much run by men.
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When people tell you not to believe in your dreams, and they say “Why?”, say “Why not?
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It’s important to try to get people to think about women’s wellness.
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Ladies, here’s a hint. If you’re up against a girl with big boobs, bring her to the net and make her hit backhand volleys. That’s the hardest shot for the well-endowed.
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In 1973, women got 59 cents on the dollar; now we are getting 74 cents on the dollar. In the area of finance and business, we are at 68 cents on the dollar.
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In the complete overall history of tennis, I figure I’ll be worth a sentence or two….
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Don’t worry about what people say.
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I will tell you King’s First Law of Recognition: You never get it when you want it, and then when it comes, you get too much.
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I like to see what future generations are thinking about.
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Winning comes down to who can execute under pressure.
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Natural talent only determines the limits of your athletic potential. It’s dedication and a willingness to discipline your life that makes you great.
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As far as U.S. tennis, we need new stars coming up in the pipeline, but I don’t know if we have it.
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The main thing is to care. Care very hard, even if it is only a game you are playing.
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I feel that tennis is an art form that is capable of moving the players and the audience – at least a knowledgeable audience-in almost sensual ways.
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Sports teaches you character, it teaches you to play by the rules, it teaches you to know what it feels like to win and lose-it teaches you about life.
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