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Tennis – Australian Open – Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia – January 21, 2022 Japan’s Naomi Osaka during a press conference after losing her third round match against Amanda Anisimova of the U.S. REUTERS/Loren Elliott
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The Japanese tennis star, Naomi Osaka has often been praised for her remarkable court presence, and an uncanny capacity to rule her rivals. However, behind her wild on-court disposition lies a woman known for her introverted and shy nature. A startling disclosure from her Instagram recently paved the way for an enamoring new chapter in her journey. Osaka is determined to break character and let her followers witness her expressive self.
In a candid statement, Osaka shared on her Instagram story that she found something astonishing on her phone. This newfound awareness of her past self has made her need to change. She straightforwardly conceded that she needed to try to catch more moments of euphoria and laughter in her life.
Naomi Osaka shares her new quest for joy and pledges to embrace laughter on her Insta story
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In her Instagram story, Naomi Osaka expressed her desire to share more happy moments. This uncovers her recently discovered determination. Her previous Instagram posts for the most part centered around tennis, training, and some personal snapshots.
Yet, her recent Insta story proposed an alluring shift towards a more open and interesting persona. The Japanese star is no longer hesitant to share lighter moments. Her story indicated her desire to connect more deeply with her followers. Fans have consistently respected Osaka for her tennis abilities and her activism. In her captivating Insta story, she shared, “So l was randomly going through my old videos. I was kinda shocked how many laughing vids I took. Lol.”
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Osaka also explained, “I realized that I filmed a lot more videos laughing and smiling in the past. And I’m making it a goal to film again and not be no scared to post 😖.”
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As Osaka gets back in the saddle, fans can hope to see her unbelievable tennis abilities as well as become familiar with who she is past the tennis court. Her choice to break character could make her social presence more lively and certifiable, which will probably reverberate with fans worldwide.
Osaka once broke barriers as the cover star of SELF magazine amidst a mental health journey
In 2022, Osaka was featured as the cover face of SELF magazine. Through her Instagram handle, the former World No. 1 regularly updates her fans about both her personal and professional life. This magazine, which centers around women, focuses on health, beauty, and style. In her announcement, Osaka has reflected on the past few months.
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During this period, Osaka has been dealing with mental health challenges. These battles have not only affected her as a tennis player but also as an individual. She had openly acknowledged her journey toward recovery from these issues. The star emphasized her positive outlook despite the challenges she faced.
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