Simone Biles: Achieving gold while prioritizing wellness

Speaking of the Olympic Games, let’s talk about the unstoppable Simone Biles.

You know, the one who flips through the air like she’s part superhero, part acrobat, and part “how does she do that?!”.

POV: I can barely get my leg over my other leg to cross it at my desk.

Well, Simone showed us all a new kind of strength during the Tokyo 2020 Olympics when she decided to take a time-out for her mental health.

Mid-games, she realized she wasn’t feeling her best.

She was dealing with “the twisties”—a gymnast’s worst nightmare where you lose your sense of space in the air.

Instead of pushing through and risking injury, she did the unthinkable: she stepped back.

Naturally, the internet exploded. People had opinions.

“How could she?” they cried. “What about the gold?” And also, “what’s up with her hair?”

Yep, because some folks just can’t resist being keyboard trolls.

Unbothered by the noise, she took the time she needed to recover.

Fast forward to 2024 Olympics, and she’s back stronger than ever, nailing her routines and grabbing the gold medal like she never missed a beat.

And now becoming the most decorated gymnast in history.

The haters? Oh, they’re awfully quiet now.

Here are the key takeaways:

1. Listen to your body—It’s not just okay to take a break; it’s essential. Simone showed that stepping back can be a step forward.
2. Don’t sweat the small stuff—Seriously, people had time to talk about her hair? Ignore the trivial stuff. Focus on what matters, yourself.
3. You don’t have to prove anything—Simone didn’t need to prove anything to anyone, yet she still came out on top.

And the top sure looks good on her.

So, the next time you’re feeling the pressure, channel your inner Simone.

Take a break if you need it, ignore the haters, and remember, you’ve got nothing to prove.

But when you do win … You can say, “What about the gold?!”