[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"$frVzfmeF-tTrUUMpBfndCfD2e45ibakm8FcenY1hzKMo":3,"$frbgkD_5KryiNz4iu_mTXFP1X0fr9GKidxgfd6HvChkA":12},{"author":4,"tags":11},{"author_id":5,"author_name":6,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"bio":9,"short_bio":9,"bio_jsonld":9,"slug":10,"image_url":9},177640,"Jenna Ruddell","J",6,null,"jenna-ruddell",[],{"quotes":13,"pagination":82},[14,28,39,51,60,71],{"id":15,"quote_text":16,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":19,"source":20,"quote_tag":21,"commentary":27},2321613,"In my opinion, this is the hardest regional in Class B. There is a lot of talent in this regional, but all we can do is focus on what we can control and that is our performance. All we can do is go out and do our best, and hope our scores are good enough.",4,false,{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[22],{"id":23,"tag":24},5304180,{"id":25,"tag_name":26},3818,"class","**The Backstory**\nThis quote is attributed to Jenna Ruddell, a figure skater who competed at the 2006 Winter Olympics. At that time, she was part of the junior women's singles event in Class B, facing stiff competition from talented peers. As a young athlete, Ruddell was navigating the high-pressure environment of elite sports.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\nRuddell's words contain a subtle yet profound paradox: \"all we can do is focus on what we can control... and hope our scores are good enough.\" On one hand, she emphasizes self-control and responsibility (\"what we can control\"), but on the other, she acknowledges an element of fate or uncertainty (\"hope our scores are good enough\"). This tension highlights that while hard work and preparation are essential, there's also a degree of unpredictability in performance.\n\n**How to Use This**\nIn today's fast-paced professional world, Ruddell's insight can be applied by acknowledging the fine line between control and luck. To excel, individuals should focus on what they can influence – their effort, strategy, and attitude – while being realistic about the inevitabilities beyond their control. By embracing this mindset, professionals can cultivate resilience in the face of uncertainty and make more informed decisions under pressure.",{"id":29,"quote_text":30,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":31,"source":32,"quote_tag":33,"commentary":9},2321592,"Anything beyond this week is just a bonus. You have to get to the finals before you can think about winning them. This week has been very stressful and the girls are just anxious to go out and compete. We just have to take things one meet at a time, and go out and give our best effort.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[34],{"id":35,"tag":36},5304162,{"id":37,"tag_name":38},9471,"anxious",{"id":40,"quote_text":41,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":42,"source":43,"quote_tag":44,"commentary":50},2321575,"We had the highest scoring regional, but there is a lot that goes into that. Each region had different judges that score differently. I definitely think scores will be lower at the finals, and that there will be a number of teams in contention.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[45],{"id":46,"tag":47},5304138,{"id":48,"tag_name":49},14971,"definitely","**The Backstory**\nJenna Ruddell, a dancer and choreographer, is likely speaking these words during a high-stakes competition where her team has achieved significant success in the regional rounds. As she navigates the complex world of competitive dance, she must balance pride in her team's accomplishments with the understanding that external factors like judging styles can greatly impact outcomes.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\nWhat lies beneath this seemingly innocuous statement is a profound awareness of the impermanence and unpredictability of success. Ruddell subtly acknowledges that even in the midst of triumph, there exists an inherent fragility, vulnerable to the subjective whims of others (the judges).\n\n**How to Use This**\nWhen facing success or accolades, adopt a mindset of tempered expectation by acknowledging that external validation is fleeting and subject to change. By recognizing this impermanence, you can maintain a level head, avoiding complacency and staying focused on continuous improvement.",{"id":52,"quote_text":53,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":54,"source":55,"quote_tag":56,"commentary":9},2321545,"We have been able to work all week on the mats that will be used Saturday, and we have been able to visualize the experience. I think that is definitely an advantage.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[57],{"id":58,"tag":59},5304120,{"id":48,"tag_name":49},{"id":61,"quote_text":62,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":63,"source":64,"quote_tag":65,"commentary":9},2321523,"We came out with a goal to have three great rounds and not worry about what other people do, just worry about what we do. Thankfully we put out three great rounds and managed to win today.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[66],{"id":67,"tag":68},5304085,{"id":69,"tag_name":70},15501,"came",{"id":72,"quote_text":73,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":74,"source":75,"quote_tag":76,"commentary":9},2321515,"We feel confident. We have the experience from last year to work with. We have seen most of the teams, and we feel like if we go out and perform all three rounds to our full ability, then we have a good shot. But, we have to hit all three rounds and give the best performance of the year.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[77],{"id":78,"tag":79},5304077,{"id":80,"tag_name":81},2294,"best",{"currentPage":83,"totalPages":83,"totalItems":8,"itemsPerPage":84},1,10]