“Does Break My Heart”: Meghan Markle Found Michael Phelps’ Support after She Opened Up on Thoughts of Suicide Due to Royal Pressure in 2021

When it comes to expressing his thoughts, Michael Phelps never sighs away. The “Flying Fish” is always known to speak out his heart. Having known the British Royal family for quite some time, Phelps has a lot to say about them. In 2020, Prince William awarded the ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’ to the American sporting star.

From getting complimented as the “greatest sporting icons” to jokes about “fatherhood,” Prince William and Phelps share a great bond. But it’s not just the young Prince that the swimming GOAT relates to. He showed great compassion for Prince Harry and his wife Megan when they chose to lead a non-royal lifestyle.

Phelps’ hand of support

In a special conversation, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex opened up on their challenges of royals at the Oprah Winfrey show. Following this, the swimming legend extended his hand of support for the young royal couple. Empathizing with the couple, Phelps said, “I do feel for them.”

Having seen tough times, Phelps has always advocated the importance of mental health. When Harry and Megan spoke about their struggles, Phelps could feel for them. He said, “I know what that feels like, and it does break my heart.”

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The constant pressure and public glare can sometimes be challenging, and having faced all of it first-hand, Phelps knows the importance of opening up and speaking.

Swimming GOAT Michael Phelps can co-relate

Even in today’s time, mental health is often neglected. But with the rising awareness, more people are slowly speaking up. For Phelps, mental well-being has always been as important as physical fitness. He is one of the few leading sports personalities advocating for the same.

Having battled suicidal and depressing thoughts, Phelps could co-relate with the Royal pair. Speaking up, he said, “the biggest thing is to try to be your authentic self.” He further added, “struggle is something that is more powerful that we can ever understand,”

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As the world mourns Queen Elizabeth’s passing, it is a tough time for the family. But as Michael Phelps said, ‘Things won’t go perfect,” and we have to keep on moving sometimes with just the memories!