“We All Learned From You”: Taylor Swift Backs Simone Biles With Regards to Mental Health Issues She Suffered at Tokyo Olympics 2020

Plaudits continue to pour for Simone Biles, the famous gymnast, who recently withdrew from events because of mental health issues. The decision is being praised by sporting personalities and celebrities all over the world. Michael Phelps and Naomi Osaka are some athletes who have supported her decision to not take part in the events. The expectations of athletes are huge while representing their nation in the Olympics. Apart from Phelps, celebrities like Taylor Swift and Oprah gave their full support to the athlete, who has become an overnight sensation all over the world.

A famous American singer, Taylor Swift, looked glad and inspired after her decision.

Tokyo 2020 Olympics – Gymnastics Artistic Training – Ariake Gymnastics Centre, Tokyo, Japan – July 22, 2021 Mykayla Skinner of the United States and Simone Biles of the United States pose for a photograph during training REUTERS/Mike Blake

Taylor Swift supports Simone Biles

She posted a Twitter post applauding the famous gymnast for her take on mental health. An emotional yet powerful post.

I cried watching YOU. I feel so lucky to have gotten to watch you all these years, but this week was a lesson in emotional intelligence and resilience. We all learned from you. Thank you. https://t.co/VQxyeEf0mJ

— Taylor Swift (@taylorswift13) August 3, 2021

“I cried watching YOU. I feel so lucky to have gotten to watch you all these years, but this week was a lesson in emotional intelligence and resilience. We all learned from you. Thank you,” said Swift.

The singer clearly admired her performances throughout the years and showed her support towards the gymnast. The emotional intelligence quotient for people is really important for the well-being of a person. However, if an athlete is not well, he or she should not perform, and cause risk to her life. Biles’ decision is noteworthy, and she has become a role model for people all over the world.

Likewise, Biles replied to her comment with an epic response as well.

I’m crying how special. I love you @taylorswift13 https://t.co/px9RXtKHNI

— Simone Biles (@Simone_Biles) August 3, 2021

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Biles shone at Tokyo Olympics 2020

Despite deciding to not take part in the team artistic event, Biles came back for the beam finals and won the bronze medal. Moreover, there were beautiful celebrations all over the arena after her victory, which symbolized what she had been through. Notably, IOC president Thomas Bach congratulated her after winning the bronze.

Dealing with mental issues is difficult. But to come out with the situation demands respect. Biles became a role model for people all over the world and signs off from Tokyo in style.

Tokyo 2020 Olympics – Gymnastics – Artistic – Women’s Beam – Medal Ceremony – Ariake Gymnastics Centre, Tokyo, Japan – August 3, 2021. Gold medallist Guan Chenchen of China, silver medallist Tang Xijing of China and bronze medallist Simone Biles of the United States pose with medals. REUTERS/Lindsey Wasson

Similarly, Naomi Osaka made a similar decision in this year’s French Open. She opted to leave the tournament because of similar mental health issues. Michael Phelps is also a big advocate for this matter and has contributed a lot in helping athletes to overcome their fear of expectations bestowed upon them.

To sum up, Simone Biles acts as a mentor and an inspiration for generations to come. Mind and body are both equally important for any human being to succeed. Irrespective of any field. It is a serious problem and despite the social stigma surrounding it, people are becoming more open to it.

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