Former boxing world champion Mia St. John has long been an advocate for mental health, drawing from her personal experiences to emphasize the importance of the issue. She had to undergo the tragic demise of her beloved son back in 2014 after he sadly took his own life while in rehab. Since then, Mia has been vocal about the urgent need for improved mental health care. And her loyal fans have always been around sending positive energy.
In April, her daughter was taken into custody after she reportedly took her clothes off at a WinCo in Idaho and started to meditate. As per sources, she was charged with indecent exposure, resisting arrest, and escape. At the time, Mia shared how afraid she was of losing another child. Moreover, the boxing legend is also walking the path of sobriety, struggling against alcoholism after her relapse following 30 years of sobriety.
Mia recently took to Twitter to share what helps her keep her mental health in check. She shared her love for hiking. In the caption she wrote, “Hiking for #mentalhealth 🙏🏼It’s a temporary cure for my anxiety & panic disorder. Now if I only I could hike all day, everyday”. Her post inspired her fans who shared their heartfelt responses.
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“One day at a time”: Fans seem touched by Mia’s wisdom
Fans of the boxing legend were abuzz with gratitude and support as she candidly shared her personal remedy for anxiety. One fan named Joe pointed out that even though it “might be a temporary cure”, he claimed that “it opens up every part of body to the fresh air”.
Mia, might be a temporary cure but it opens up every part of body to the fresh air and let’s you exhale and breathe out darling ❤️❤️
— Joe Petitjean (@JoePetitjean) June 24, 2023
Another fan drew a parallel between the peace and serenity of hiking in nature and the divine experience of being spoken to by God. He wrote, “It’s akin to God speaking to you in joy & happiness”.
if hiking & being outdoors brings you peace & serenity it's akin to God speaking to you in joy & happiness👍😊💯🙏
— Cavalry Greek 🇺🇸🇬🇷🇲🇽🏳️🌈All American (@CavalryGreek) June 23, 2023
Meanwhile, one user acknowledged that “Some days are just harder than others.” They further stated, “Do what you’ve gotta do to safeguard your mental health.”
Some days are just harder than others. Do what you’ve gotta do to safeguard your mental health.
— taylor💫 (@dejasnafu) June 23, 2023
Moreover, a user named Chas echoed the sentiment of taking things “One day at a time.”
One day at a time 🙏🏽
— Chas (@frazmoney93) June 23, 2023
Another user named Josh expressed their gratitude towards St. John for sharing the post. He wrote, “I needed a reminder that I’m not alone.”
Thank you for sharing this. I needed a reminder that I'm not alone.
— Greenbay (@josh197928) June 23, 2023
Michael Stratton wrote, “Keep smiling KIDDO it looks good on you.”
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Keep smiling KIDDO it looks good on you. 💯👍✌🙏 #24hrs
— michael Stratton (@rowhill59) June 24, 2023
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The overwhelming response from fans demonstrated the impact of sharing personal experiences and coping mechanisms. What do you think about Mia’s recent post? Do you share the same sentiment as her? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below.
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