I had always been proud of my body - its strength and grace enabled me to pursue my passions. Misty Copeland bodyenablegrace Change image and share on social
I don't feel like my life is that of a superstar! Every day I wake up, I take the train, I go to my ballet class. My everyday life is pretty normal. Misty Copeland balletclassday Change image and share on social
Barack Obama being President of the United States doesn't mean racism has disappeared. It's all a process, and we have to be aware that the work never ends. Misty Copeland awarebarackdisappear Change image and share on social
I had some really incredible people who mentored me and gave me things I never got from my parents. Misty Copeland giveincrediblementore Change image and share on social
Growing up, I was surrounded by R&B and Hip-Hop, and the closest thing I could find to dance was gymnastics which I watched on TV. So, I just used those avenues I found available right in my milieu to express what was inside of me. Misty Copeland avenueclosedance share on social
I have the opportunity, which most people don't experience nearly as much, of being in front of a mirror up to 10 hours a day. Staring at your body, you really get to know every little detail of how to make yourself look your best. Misty Copeland bodydaydetail share on social
I grew up poor in San Pedro, California, sleeping on the floor of shady motels with my five siblings and not always sure when or where I'd get my next meal. Misty Copeland californiafloorgrow Change image and share on social
Depending on the level you're at in your company, the higher you go up in rank, usually the longer you can dance. Misty Copeland companydancedepend Change image and share on social
Ballet was so structured. I'd been craving something that could guide me. Misty Copeland balletcraveguide Change image and share on social
I've always approached my career and my life, you know, one day at a time, as if this was the last day that I'm going, because you never know as an athlete and as a dancer. You never know what can happen today, tomorrow. Misty Copeland approachathletecareer share on social
