Emily

Senior Ladies Champion Michaela Hinds of BFoC performing in the Parade of Champions on the final day of dancing at the North American National Championships. 

Another shot from tonight’s Parade of Champs

I didn’t make it to Disney today because the Camelia Rose booth was insane, but because of it, I made it to awards!! I think I ended up with some of my very best action shots at his parade!

3rd in the world, amymae dolan!

1. Champions don’t make excuses when they don’t win. They don’t focus on the faults of others. They focus on what they can do better. They see their mistakes and defeats as opportunities for growth. As a result they become stronger, wiser and better.

2. Champions focus on what they get to do, not what they have to do. They see their life and work as a gift and not an obligation. They know that if they want to achieve a certain outcome, they must commit to and appreciate the process. They may not love every minute of the journey but their attitude and will helps them develop their skill.

3. Champions expect to win. When they walk on the court, on the track, on the field, or into a classroom, they expect to win. In fact they are surprised when they don’t. They expect success and their positive beliefs often lead to positive actions and outcomes. They win in their mind first and then they win in the hearts and minds of their customers, students, competitors, or fans

4. Champions celebrate the small wins. By celebrating the small wins champions develop the confidence to go after the big wins. Big wins and big success happens through the accumulation of many small victories. This doesn’t mean champions become complacent. Rather with the right kind of celebration and reinforcement, champions work harder, practice more and believe they can do greater things.

5. Champions believe they will experience more wins in the future. Their faith is greater than their fear. Their positive energy is greater than the chorus of negativity. Their certainty is greater than their doubt. Their passion and their purpose is greater than their challenges. In spite of their situation, champions believe their best days are ahead of them, not behind them.