Everyone fears rejection.
DEREK JETERThe big difference for me is that, as I get older, I find it’s a lot easier to stay in shape than it is to get back in shape.
More Derek Jeter Quotes
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It doesn’t seem like the season really gets under way until you have your home opener
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I think everyone is ticklish. You just gotta find the right spots.
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So many people are insanely busy nowadays, and it’s easy to say, ‘Ah, I’ll workout tomorrow.’ But you have to set aside a time and stick to that schedule.
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Obviously, you’re known for what you do. But you still want to be known as a good person. You’re a person a lot longer before and after you’re a professional athlete.
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You gotta have fun. Regardless of how you look at it, we’re playing a game. It’s a business, it’s our job, but I don’t think you can do well unless you’re having fun.
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What kind of influence did my parents have on my life? Well, they had the most influence. These are the people who are closest to me. My parents are very positive people. They’ve been supportive. They’re always there.
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I attribute much of my success in New York to my ability to understand and avoid unnecessary distractions.
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God, I hope I wear this jersey forever.
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I always take criticism as a challenge. It’s the way I’ve always looked at it.
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The only legacy I want is to be thought of as a winner.
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I play in New York, man. Criticism is part of the game. You take criticism as a challenge.
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My dad had been shortstop when he was in college, and you know, when you’re a kid, you want to be just like your dad.
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If I put my name on something, I’m going to be involved. I’m not just going to put my name on it and not pay attention.
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It doesn’t feel different being here (at the All-Star Game) I feel like I’m on an All-Star team everyday.
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I’ve been lying to you guys for a long time, saying I wasn’t nervous and there’s no pressure. There was a lot of pressure to do it here.
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