Quotes from Misty Copeland

Ballet was so structured. I'd been craving something that could guide me.

If the rhythm or beat of the music changes with a live orchestra, you have to think on your feet. If you feel like you are not on your leg, you have to make a decision to make it look as though nothing is going wrong.

To be empathetic to everyone around you, I think, is such a powerful thing to hold.

When I was dancing, I felt in control and happy. I'm a Virgo, so I really like to be in control.

I learned how to communicate and articulate myself from ballet. It's just insane to me, when they don't think of that as a part of our education.