‘Don’t Cheat Yourself’- 30-year-old American Tennis Star Sloane Stephens Shares Riveting Message On Body Positivity With An Example From Her Own Life
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NEW YORK, NY – SEPTEMBER 09: Sloane Stephens of the United States poses with the championship trophy during the trophy presentation after the Women’s Singles finals match on Day Thirteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 9, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Sloane Stephens defeated Madison Keys in the second set with a score of 6-3, 6-0. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
Tennis players continue to inspire the world on and off the court. They use their platform to bring awareness to various issues and condemn injustice. Serena Williams, Coco Gauff, and Sloane Stephens proved how to change the world with the privilege they have been entitled. They educate people about mental health, human rights, maternal health, body positivity, etc., The 23-time Grand Slam winner once revealed how insecure she was about her body and promoted body positivity through her own story.
Sloane Stephens recently grabbed the opportunity to spread awareness about body positivity when she was featured in a magazine.
Sloane Stephens was criticized for every little change
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Stephens spoke to a fashion organization, ‘Glossy,’ in which she talked about how people pointed out every change in her body. She said, “My body has changed, and as I’ve gotten older, it’s always been on camera in front of the world. Every little thing about my body [was criticized]. You gain a little bit of weight, everyone sees it. You lose a little bit of weight, everyone sees it. And everyone has something to say about it.”
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The Grand Slam champion further talked about her relationship with her body. She added, “My relationship with my body has been interesting, but I would say, for the most part, it’s been positive. I’m someone who [believes you should] treat yourself, don’t cheat yourself.”
After sending this powerful message to the world, the 30-year-old reveals her goal when it comes to her body and physical health.
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Health is more important than the shape
The 37th seed asserted, “And I’ve always loved the way I’ve looked even if I was a little bit heavier or if I was a little bit skinnier. My main goal for my body, in general, is always to be healthy.”
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The American aimed to bring a change in the way people deal with their insecurities. With this feature, her story and the way she dealt with it inspire more people. Stephens is always vocal about ongoing issues and helps people with her foundation. Apart from her mental health regime, the WTA star also talked about her training and skincare, which benefits her overall health.
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Aishwary Gaonkar
