Column: 'We can all learn from her courage': Simone Biles not alone in mental health struggle

with good humor by wearing leotards cheekily adorned with a glittery goat.

and the expectations Biles faced as a potential six-time gold medalist here, and a toxic brew began to percolate.Biles, 24, long ago took the vital step of seeking help for the anxiety and doubts that recently eroded her confidence on the gym floor. Even so, her nerves resurfaced publicly in Tokyo. During the team competition she didn’t know where she was in the air on a vault, a terrifying and potentially debilitating state of disorientation that gymnasts call “the twisties.

“We wholeheartedly support Simone’s decision and applaud her bravery in prioritizing her well-being. Her courage shows, yet again, why she is a role model for so many.”

I wish people understood the sport better & what happened. She has the “twisties” :when your mind & body disconnect & you essentially can’t realign yourself. It’s a mental block & is very dangerous. No one asked for this to happen. Bailing or getting lost can be catastrophic.

Mental health, apart from some mad obsession, is just as important as physical strength to win, nothing new here. What's the next courageous thing, complaining about ingrown toenails?

Just cancel the Olympic Games, and every other competitive sport. Mental health is more important, give the millions earn due to competitive sports to charity. Damn this generation is so fragile. I greive for the future!

I fully support her decision.

horrible

I’m tired of the internet. Life is way less appealing with the internet always suffocating everyone.

Screw the critics! I hope Simone is doing better!

Why did she even go? She’s selfish, someone deserving could have gone to Tokyo instead NOT THE GOAT Biles

Theo Snelders was just as courageous 🔴⚪️🔵

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