43 Quotes by Clara Hughes

After a lot of struggle, there is a point when the body cannot fight any more, and the after-effects are like succumbing to drowning,

It was my fourth Pan Ams, but I still had experiences that I will remember all my life. The people were so wonderful and warm, and I had a great time.

I think all of us fundamentally hope it has an effect on the youth of Canada, because all of us were inspired by Olympics past.

The only reason I’ve shared my story is to take that tiny baby step of breaking down the stigma attached to depression.

I had some experience in dealing with people who have mental illness and depression, but I didn’t see the signs in myself. I couldn’t ask for help because I didn’t know I needed help.

I’ve learned what it truly means to be Canadian and in turn I’ve been inspired to make a difference in the world, however small it’s been.

I’ll skate on concrete if I have to. I’m not worried about how fast the ice is. I’m worried about how fast I can go on the ice.

I want people to be inspired that I’ve always strived for excellence and I’ve always gone beyond what anybody ever thought I could do, what I thought I myself could do. And I’ve allowed myself to be inspired, kept my eyes open and my senses open to inspiration around me.

I love skating so much and I feel like every time I step out onto the ice, that’s what I’m meant to do.