....This loss of identity is a familiar feeling for any athlete, but
particularly for those who have performed at the world level. “You have
to grieve, and no one talks about that at all in the sport,” she says.
“No one prepares you for that feeling.” Four years later, Flatt has
chosen to channel her energy into creating digital mental-health tools
to address athletes’ specific challenges, and sharing her experiences
with internet-fueled body shaming to help others feel more secure when
it happens to them...... ...more Bethany`s Notes: I love seeing Rachel give back to the sport in a great way! Creating digital mental health tools that can help athletes address specific mental health challenges will be important as we move forward to better address mental health concerns in athletics. | ||
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