I had to learn to fight through life - had to learn to keep smiling. Things will work out if you smile.

Serena Williams

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I don't know if I've had my share of drama or not, but I've definitely had my share of tough times.

Serena Williams

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I love who I am, and I encourage other people to love and embrace who they are. But it certainly wasn't easy - it took me a while.

Serena Williams

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You can be any size, and you can be beautiful both inside and out. We're always told what's beautiful and what's not, and that's just not right.

Serena Williams

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Since I don't look like every other girl, it took a while to get used to. to be different. But different is better.

Serena Williams

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I really wanted to get fit. I wanted to lose some weight. So I've been doing Pilates and yoga, trying to lean my body so I don't get bulky.

Serena Williams

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There's one thing I'm really good at, and that's hitting the ball over the net in the box. I am very good.

Serena Williams

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It's always good to get a smaller tournament under your belt so that by the time you get to the Slams, you have plenty of experience.

Serena Williams

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Hopefully, we can build a rivalry and we'll be able to do that. Build a legacy, then be the champion.

Serena Williams

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I always say that when I am playing well, no one can beat me. I'm not just calling myself full of shit or anything, but it's true.

Serena Williams

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