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32 Years of Being a Mother, Chris Evert Reminds Fans of a Corrosive Ideology That Eats up Men and Boys

Published 03/20/2023, 4:39 PM EDT

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Chris Evert, the American tennis veteran has always been an inspiration to many players and athletes. Recently, Evert tweeted her love for the men in her family. Along with her love for her three kids, she wishes to raise awareness about mental health among males in society.

Evert’s tweet sparked a rise in the conversation about the mental health of men. Evert’s tweet received a lot of attention and many fans thanked her for speaking out on the issue. The American has often used her social profile to shed her voice on societal issues.

Chris Evert sheds her voice on the importance of mental health among males in society

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Evert’s tweet is significant considering that she has been a mother for 32 years and has seen firsthand the impact that societal expectations can have on boys and men. The tweet has forced her followers to think about the issue once again.

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The American tennis veteran reminded her fans on Twitter that mental health issues affect men and boys just as much as women and girls.

Evert highlighted the fact that men’s mental health is often overlooked in our society.  Evert tweeted, “Yes, having three sons…. Boys and men aren’t talked about enough…#mentalhealth.”

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Evert has used her tweets to raise awareness about various important societal issues, including mental health, gender equality, and racial injustice. Evert speaks out on these issues with passion and conviction. The American continues to be a role model for her followers and other athletes.

Evert once shared her voice on anxiety among young tennis players

On World Mental Health Day last year, Chris Evert emphasized the significance of mental health and how the issue should be taken as a priority. As per Evert, players should take care of their mental health while focusing on their physical health. The American tennis veteran understands the challenges faced by modern-day players and called for a greater understanding of their psychological difficulties.

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The 18 Grand Slam title winner believes that the emotional impact on players can be a major factor in tackling such issues. She had called out for more discussion on the psychological aspects of tennis.

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Dr Aditya Raveendran Menon

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Aditya Menon is a Tennis Author at EssentiallySports. He developed an unbridled love for tennis from the moment his father introduced him to the sport. Watching Roger Federer dominate the ATP tour with his unique and effortless style played a pivotal role in pushing Aditya to write about tennis for national publications.
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Jacob Gijy