Simone Biles Opens Up About Her Mental Health Struggles During Argentina Trip Inspiring Millions With Honesty
Simone had a powerful message for the during her visit to Buenos Aires, Argentina. After her own tough battle with the “twisties” that forced her out of the Tokyo Olympics, she spoke about the importance of taking care of mental health. At a motivational talk called “The Power of Believing”, she told that it’s okay to ask for help. Her words, “Everyone deserves help,” touched hearts around the world.
Simone Biles shares her mental health journey with young gymnasts in Buenos Aires
In Buenos Aires, Simone Biles met a group of young gymnasts and spoke about her personal journey. She said, “Sometimes, we can’t fix all our problems ourselves and we need to get help.”
She explained that there’s nothing weak about asking for support, it’s actually “strong and brave.” Having once suffered from the “twisties,” she knows how scary it can be to face mental struggles alone.
The official Olympics Instagram page shared pictures from the event, showing Biles smiling and encouraging young gymnasts. She also shared how her focus on mental health helped her perform better at the Paris Olympics. “That’s why you saw so much of my success in Paris,” she said. “Because the mental and physical were both strong and working together.”
