“ My mom didn't want us to go to the candy house, she didn't want us to go to the ice cream truck, she didn't want us to go to the... There was actually a donut truck, if that makes sense. Venus Williams
“ I have been recently diagnosed with Sjogren's Syndrome, an autoimmune disease which is an ongoing medical condition that affects my energy level and causes fatigue and joint pain. Venus Williams
“ I do expect a lot from myself, but it's also a balance of being... positive and also pushing yourself. Venus Williams
“ It wasn't like I was self-motivated. My dad started me. It was his dream before it was mine. Venus Williams
“ The principle of the design - the harmony, rhythm and balance are all the same with interior and fashion design. Venus Williams
“ In the sports arena I would say there is nothing like training and preparation. You have to train your mind as much as your body. Venus Williams
“ You have to let fear go. Another lesson is you just have to believe in yourself; you just have to. There's no way around it. No matter how things are stacked against you, you just have to every time. Venus Williams
“ I contribute my best in my sport and I also have a ton of respect for myself and my family. Venus Williams
“ Tennis is mostly mental. Of course, you must have a lot of physical skill, but you can't play tennis well and not be a good thinker. You win or lose the match before you even go out there. Venus Williams
“ Unfortunately the world is what it is now. People don't get along for whatever reason. As professional athletes, in a way we're almost ambassadors for peace, because sports brings everyone together. Venus Williams
“ Early in the morning, it's super tough for me to eat right away, but I still need energy for practice. I try to start out with a protein smoothie, a green juice, or some sort of fruit. Venus Williams
“ I want my opponents to look at me across the net and just not want to play me because I look so fit and amazing and strong. So that's always my goal. Venus Williams
