As an elite athlete, I’ve had my own experience managing stress and anxiety on the big stage. While mental health impacts so many of us, it’s still a topic we don’t talk about enough. Which is why I’m partnering with the Ohioopioideducationalliance to start the conversation around mental illness and #BeatTheStigma. Through my career I have experienced amazing highs and some serious lows, and I have seen first hand how these ups and downs can impact a person both positively and negatively. For me the best way to face my mental health issues head on has been talking to someone - whether it was my coach, a trained professional, my husband or one of my friends. Mental health looks different for everyone and there are so many different ways to manage it. Comment some of your favorite tips and tricks below ⬇️ And to learn more about the risk factors of mental illness visit beatthestigma.org