Psychology Today | 28.04.2026 23:37
I recently was reminded about a quote in the sports world that I believe resonates with our demanding and stressful work, school, family, and social lives today. It comes from tennis great Billie Jean King, who said to a younger player she was counseling, “Pressure is a privilege, and champions adjust.” This observation is so powerful that it appears on a permanent plaque at the the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, which hosts the U.S. Open champtionships. I offer this as something to think about today.
