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Misty Copeland: Resilience, in Motion

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In this episode of The Daily Coach: Sports Leadership Lessons, we explore Misty Copeland's journey from a late start in ballet to becoming the first African American woman principal dancer with American Ballet Theatre. Her story reminds us that resilience isn't about avoiding hardship, but choosing to keep showing up, grow through adversity, and create opportunities for others along the way.

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