10/10/2026
A reminder in honor of world mental health day: You don’t have to wait until you’re struggling to ask for help, and you don’t have to navigate the hard moments alone. 🤍
I’m incredibly grateful to the coaches who helped me train not only my body, but also my mind.
This Olympic journey actually began during a difficult period of my life when I was struggling with seasonal affective depression. At the time, I had no idea where that chapter would lead me, or how much I would learn about the importance of mental health along the way.
As an athlete and a doctor, I know how much we emphasize physical training. But our minds need care, attention, and training, too. And sometimes, we need help learning how to do that.
I’ve learned that mental strength isn’t about figuring everything out on your own or always having the answers. Sometimes, it means being vulnerable enough to ask for help, being open to learning new tools, and allowing others to support you through difficult moments.
I’m especially thankful to the people who helped me develop that side of myself. I wouldn’t be where I am today without their guidance and support. 🫶🏼
I’m sharing this because behind every achievement, there are struggles we don’t always see, people who help us along the way, and moments when we all need support.
Taking care of your mental health isn’t a weakness or something to be ashamed of. It’s part of being human.
Sometimes, asking for help is where the journey forward begins. 🤍
Gracias equipo, thank you team!
Lauren Loberg Claudia Rivas Alfonso Tejeda 🫂🫶🏼
