It finally happened. I finally had the surgery after weeks of postponement. Everything seemed so God-ordained, down to my actual surgeon laying hands on my knee and praying for me right before the procedure began. For those that don't know what's been going on the past ~2 years, let me catch you up to speed:… Continue reading Stillness.
Author: Rachel Hampton
As an athlete that has battled against clinical depression and anxiety, I've noticed the stigma around athletes and mental health. Because athletes are viewed as physically strong, many people equate that strength to being mentally strong simultaneously. I chose to create this website for all athletes, whether amateur or professional, for support, guidance, and understanding of how to really value your mental health. I believe that everyone on this earth belongs and has a purpose.
Rest. Wait. Listen. Renew.
It’s been a struggle to fulfill this post’s title the past several weeks. From my second surgery getting canceled unexpectedly, immediately being ordered to go on crutches, getting a second opinion from another MD (who said crutches won’t help or hurt my injury at this point), and yet still having surgery on the table as… Continue reading Rest. Wait. Listen. Renew.
Intense anxiety.
"I often feel like I'm a bad Christian." Let me explain. I've dealt with anxiety disorders the majority of my life, but they've really peaked within the past few years due to a number of known and unknown factors. I'm mature enough in my faith to know that God doesn't always completely remove your struggle,… Continue reading Intense anxiety.
Still Pending…
"What big events have taken place in your life over the past year?" That question is too big to answer all concisely in a blog post like this one. This past year has been filled with a great number of challenges... challenges that have tried to take me out one way or another. But this… Continue reading Still Pending…
Another missed season…
This title is the first thing that comes to mind for me as I see my fellow track athletes close out their seasons with these last few meets. It sucks (and man, is it awkward sometimes) when a random person learns that I run and asks me what my PR is. I feel like I… Continue reading Another missed season…
Mental Health for Athletes 