Arjun Kapoor praises Simone Biles, Ben Stokes for prioritizing mental health

As world sports icons, Naomi Osaka, Simone Biles and Ben Stokes have started putting their mental health and wellness at the forefront of the conversation, Bollywood actors Arjun Kapoor Recently talked about how these global symbols have given rise to an essential conversation for today’s generation. In this digitally intrusive world, where people feel in constant scrutiny of their every move, these sports stars are paving the way for this generation to take care of themselves and take care of each other.

Arjun, who struggled with obesity in his early years, also faced mental health issues after being sacked and trolled by people who called him fat. Speaking about these icons to come up with their own stories, the ‘2 States’ actor said, “We want to encourage and appreciate the people who are coming out to tell their story. Living in an era where we are constantly being watched and monitored. Having no downtime is not easy. So, when people like Naomi Osaka, Simone Biles and Ben Stokes speak, we have to listen patiently because of what they are doing He reflects the sentiments of our generation.”

“These are all veterans who successfully deal with extreme pressure every day and if they are starting the conversation to make mental health a priority, then we should listen very carefully,” he added, adding that an obese person As talked about his own experience. “Not apples to apples at all, but when I struggled with obesity, it was put aside because I’m just a fat guy who is privileged and would be eating and having a good time. Anyone got this Didn’t care what phase I was going through. Mentally.”

Arjun said that he feels it is important to normalize these important conversations in the society so that the youth of the country know that it is absolutely okay not to be okay, “We should normalize these conversations in the society. In a digital world, we Being pushed to be constantly on. We are surrounded by cameras and we have to put in the best things for likes and comments. We don’t have time to connect with ourselves and those close to us without the presence of our phones. Also, now, we have the pandemic which has made us all boxer.”

He continued, “It doesn’t come easy for everyone. So, when icons like him speak, they have a huge impact on people around the world like me. It shows people that it’s okay to be weak and It’s not okay. Be okay. We all have to learn and learn and grow. Everyone should be allowed to go through their own journey because, honestly, everyone has a unique journey. We shouldn’t judge and Must pre-judge what a person is going through. Defeats the purpose.”

Arjun hopes that the society will pay more attention to the issues of others. He concluded by saying, “We must build a sympathetic society where people love and care for each other and try to understand what each other might be facing.” On the film front, Arjun will next be seen in ‘Bhoot Police’ which also stars Saif Ali Khan, Yami Gautam and Jacqueline Fernandez.

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