Naomi Osaka Is Still Prioritizing Her Mental Health, Finding Refuge In Therapy And Shifting Her Mindset
As a result of Osaka‘s stance on the matter, the Grand Slam tournaments released a joint statement blasting the young athlete’s decision, ultimately fining her $15,000. However, Osaka also inspired various other athletes, such as Simone Biles, to prioritize their mental well-being.
“After I opened up about struggles…I spoke to a lot of athletes that told me they too had quietly been suffering,” Osaka recalled. “I am glad it gave others the opportunity to also speak up, even if that wasn’t my intention or what I expected. It started a conversation that I think we all needed to start having.”
“I just didn’t feel like I had to do things for others,” she added of her decision to speak out. “I wanted to start listening to myself and doing things that I needed to do to protect my mindset.”
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