Part 10/14:
Confronting Setbacks and Bouncing Back
A poignant part of her speech dealt with setbacks, including her disappointment at the Tokyo Olympics when she narrowly missed a medal. Despite intense preparation, she faced defeat but demonstrated extraordinary composure. Her message was clear: Setbacks are part of every journey, and the key is to rise again with even greater determination.
Mary recounted her own experiences of losing early tournaments and how she used them as lessons rather than failures. She stressed that mental strength and perseverance help overcome disappointment. Her words to the audience captured the essence of resilience: if you fall, get up, push forward, and keep striving.