“My dream was to play in the NBA and live my authentic life as a proud ...” — Jason Collins Quote

“My dream was to play in the NBA and live my authentic life as a proud gay man at the same time. I was able to accomplish both of those goals because of the people who have supported me throughout my life.”

“My parents worked for Travelers Insurance.”

“I have had a moment where, well actually a couple moments, where people in the realm of sports have confided in me.”

“People are always judging you based on where you're from, where you went to school, how you look, how you talk. But at the end of the day, you're going to have to look into the mirror and accept who you are. It's all about being authentic.”

“I had a corporate job and wore a suit to work every day, and I just kind of felt like I wasn't living my authentic self or doing what I was passionate about.”

“A lot of people talk about their work life, and then their family life, and I don't think it's wise to separate them. It's important to be your authentic self in both of those environments.”