Simone Biles, a gymnast for the USA, is committed to continuing to motivate people, particularly those who are struggling with mental health issues.
A recent study claims that Biles’ candor about her battles with mental health has inspired more women to confront the problem directly. “In a recent survey of 1,000 women by [Female Quotient], 63% said they felt more inspired to prioritize their mental health after Simone Biles openly discussed taking time off for her well-being,” according to a post from the Child Mind Institute. “Additionally, 61% reported feeling more comfortable being transparent about their struggles.”
After reading the message, Biles was ecstatic about the difference she had made. She pledged to keep advocating for mental health even though she recognizes that the fight is far from over and that much more has to be done to encourage others to address the issue.
“On this journey together,” Biles shared the Child Mind Institute article on her Instagram Stories.
After experiencing mental health issues in the past few years, Simone Biles has become an advocate for mental health. As her supporters are aware, the 11-time Olympic gold medalist’s decision to withdraw from the Tokyo Games due to the problem ignited a global dialogue about mental health. The Cleveland Clinic characterized the celebrity gymnast’s episode of the twisties as “a mental block that creates a dangerous disconnect between mind and body while gymnasts are airborne.” Then, claiming that she needed to put her mental health first, Biles withdrew from the Tokyo Olympics.
Biles has since advocated for the value of looking after one’s mental health. She even gave it credit for her performance at the 2024 Olympics, telling CNBC that “being in a good mental spot” has helped her get to where she is now. Indeed, it is impossible to overstate Biles’ contribution to helping individuals cope with mental health issues.