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Pressure doesn't exist. We create it for ourselves.
Derek Hough
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Let's create, not destroy. Let's believe and not doubt.
Derek Hough
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Bullying can be physical, verbal or emotional. Words and threats are just as painful as fists, especially with social media these days. For those of you who don't know, I was actually bullied as a young boy on one occasion.
Derek Hough
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I always want to be the best at what I do. That doesn't mean compared to other people, but just in what you do.
Derek Hough
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I'm just the biggest klutz. That's the problem. I don't get hurt doing cool things.
Derek Hough
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It's such a cliche thing to say. I want to choreograph, I want to direct, I want to act, I want to write music, I want to play music, I want to sing. For me, it's never-ending. I want to do it all, really.
Derek Hough
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My type, which I didnt realize until somebody pointed out to me, apparently is brunettes with darker skin tones, but that is about it as far as aesthetically.
Derek Hough
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Let me tell you right now, you are not alone. Seeking help requires incredible strength and courage. The most powerful weapon you have against bullying is your voice.
Derek Hough
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I enjoy being a student and learning. I don't think you should ever stop being a student. That's where the most creative ideas come from. Teaching is a blessing as well because I get to share what I've learned and my passion for creative movement with people.
Derek Hough
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For me, a dream partner is someone who is willing to learn and to put their trust in me.
Derek Hough
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Id like to do Broadway if the right project came along, but my mission in life is that I want to help change peoples lives.
Derek Hough
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My character Jack in the New York Spring Spectacular is a lot of fun. He's playful, he's full of life. He can make things come to life. He can make things happen.
Derek Hough
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There's a huge pressure as a judge. It was difficult. I certainly didn't enjoy that factor, because it's a big responsibility to have a million dollars in your hand to change somebody's life.
Derek Hough
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I wouldn't say I'm the "nice" judge, but I was certainly reminded a couple of times that this is for a million dollars. There's one thing to just do a good dance, but I had to ask myself, "Is that the million-dollar dance?" There are certain dances that people prefer, and I preferred the intelligent and smart choreography.
Derek Hough
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I went to a theater arts school, so I'm interested in many different projects, whether it be film, television or even live theater. I'm a performer. That's what I do. That's what I want to do.
Derek Hough