Michael Phelps Reveals an Interesting Technique to Calm Himself Down

In recent years, people from all around the globe have acknowledged mental health. There are discussions, plays, workshops, etc. that help people open up about their problems. Many celebrities from all over the planet have also shared their issues related to mental health. One such individual is Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps.

Phelps has been very outspoken about his mental health issues. He has also supported other athletes that have come forward to share their stories. The swimmer is one of the biggest advocates for mental health in the sports world. Recently he talked again about the issue and what he does to cope with it.

Michael Phelps has an interesting coping mechanism

While people talk about how winning helped them overcome depression, Phelps had a one-of-a-kind experience. He opened up about the depression that followed the Olympics. Michael had trouble keeping up with the expectations and pressure of the world as he continued to win.

In a recent interview, Phelps credited his wife, Nicole, with helping him through his struggles. The swimmer said that his mental health can shift in an instant. “One day I can wake up and feel like I’m on top of the world and can do absolutely anything and everything and the next day I can wake up and not want to get out of bed.” 

Nicole mentioned that she is very vocal about the issue and lets her kids know Michael needs his space. Phelps also admitted that she helped him understand his childhood trauma and offered support, which she thought would resonate with him.

Michael also talked about a practice he shares with his kids called ‘lion’s breath.’ In this, he takes in a deep breath and lets it out with a loud sigh. This helps him release all the negativity held within him.

The swimmer is doing much better now, but as he says himself, his issues aren’t going to just disappear.

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When Nicole had a special message for Michael

Ever since their marriage back in 2016, the couple has been one of the most talked-about duos in the sports world. A while ago, Mrs. Phelps penned down a heartfelt message for her husband on Instagram.

In the post, Nicole wrote that after a breakup and dating others, Michael and she finally reunited and haven’t left each other’s side since. She also said that the post was to remind people that timing is everything, whether in a job or in love, even if people aren’t able to see it at that particular moment.

With a happy family, an incredible wife, and a legendary career, Phelps has probably won it all. And we think he deserves every bit of it.

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