As much time as you put into it, that's what your achievements are going to be when you come out of it.

Working hard becomes a habit, a serious kind of fun. You get self-satisfaction from pushing your self to the limit, knowing that all the effort is going to pay off.

Pay-per-view would deprive many kids of the delight of seeing the Olympics.

For athletes, the Olympics are the ultimate test of their worth.

Many medal winners dream of competing in a sport other than the one they're famous for.

Be cocky. Walk into the Georgia Dome like you own it.

Faith is a gateway to happiness that remains permanently accessible to each of us, wherever we are, no matter our circumstances.

Even though it may seem counterintuitive, a comfort zone is a dangerous place to be.

Each of us has a fire in our hearts for something. It's our goal in life to find it and keep it.

Former Olympians also get paid to make appearances. Many of them won their medals in an era when Olympic success didn't go hand-in-hand with financial success.

I love her attitude, but as much as I'd like to bring my medals to a speech or appearance, I never do.

What is the fire that burns in your heart? If you are lucky enough to discover it, than by all means fan the flames and let the fire be the guiding light for a life worth living.

Rather then focusing on the obstacle in your path, focus on the bridge over the obstacle.

Many athletes competing in Atlanta wouldn't be here if it weren't for corporate support.

I like added pressure. It makes me work harder.

Heat is required to forge anything. Every

great accomplishment is the story of a flaming

heart.

Getting to know athletes from all over the planet is a big part of the Olympic experience.

There are so many negatives in our society. To be on the cover of a magazine these days, you have to have been through drug rehab three times. What message is this giving to young people? But there are positives in our society. And I try to surround myself with good-natured, positive people.

Training for the Olympics was much easier than balancing my life now! When practice was over, there was time for me. But with four kids and a career, I have no downtime. When I'm not on the road, I finish my workday at 2:30 p.m. Then I pick the kids up from school and they get 100 percent Mommy, not part Mommy and part Mary Lou Retton.

I usually don't mind giving autographs, but when hundreds of folks with paper and pen start coming at you, it's time to seek shelter.