The Olympic badminton champion Carolina Marín has decided to take a step back from his public exposure and announce that he temporarily disconnect from social mediaThe woman from Huelva, very sincere with her followers, admits that she is not going through her best moment and that she needs to stop to rediscover herself.
In a recorded video «natural, in pajamas and with her matcha tea"As she herself explains, the player is approachable and transparent when recounting how she has felt overwhelmed in recent weeks, to the point of admitting that she has reached emotional collapseHer priority now, she emphasizes, is to regain peace of mind and find happiness in different aspects of her life.
A necessary break after feeling "overwhelmed"
In his message, disseminated through his official profiles, Marín confesses that, especially during the last monthShe has noticed that she has hit rock bottom emotionally. "I've realized that I've collapsed," she explains, making it clear that this turning point has led her to rethink many things and make important decisions about how she wants to manage her daily life.
Among those decisions is the one to disconnect from social media for an indefinite period. The athlete explains that she feels the time has come to thinking about herselfto slow down and calmly reflect on what she needs to feel better. In her own words, she's not at her best and she's clear that her goal is simple but fundamental:I want to be happy And for that, I have to find happiness in many things."
This announcement comes after another recent confession in which he had already publicly acknowledged that She didn't feel good about herself or her body. and that he was dealing with a lot of stress and anxietyThat opening, which she herself describes as something she did naturally and honestly, triggered a wave of supportive messages that, she says, have deeply moved her.
The player insists that He needs to isolate himself a bit from the noise of digital platforms so she can focus on her well-being. It's not a permanent break from the internet, but a pause that will allow her to "recharge her batteries in many ways" and feel better emotionally before returning.
Several times within the same message he repeats the idea that his current state has forced him to stop: he feels he has reached a point where Continuing as before was no longer sustainableand that this pause in the journey is the only way to take care of their mental and emotional health.
A message of vulnerability and empathy towards society
Beyond his personal situation, Marín offers a reflection that is directed at anyone who may feel identified: he considers it important also show that part that we usually hideFor her, showing vulnerability is not a sign of weakness, but a way to normalize the fact that everyone goes through difficult stages.
In his video he insists that "Society also goes through many of these situations", emphasizing that the pressure, toxicity on social mediaStress and anxiety aren't exclusive to elite athletes. Her intention in opening up like this, she explains, was simply to share how she feels and be honest with the people who have followed her for years.
According to him, the reaction of his followers has been, Overwhelmingly positiveShe speaks of "so much support," of messages full of affection and empathy, and admits that she has been very pleasantly surprised by the response to her last video in which she spoke about her emotional problems. "What I've received has been so beautiful and so wonderful," the woman from Huelva summarizes.
That support has led her to reiterate her gratitude: she addresses those who follow her on social media directly to thank them for the constant affection, support and understanding which they have shown her throughout the year. She says she feels heard and understood, something that has special value for her at such a delicate time.
Aware of the impact her words can have, Marín emphasizes the importance of speaking openly about these issues, without sugarcoating them. In a way, her decision to step away from social media is also a gesture that invites... setting healthy limits on the use of social mediaeven when they are part of the work and public image of such a well-known figure as her.
Christmas without social media and a goodbye with an open date
In the video itself, the champion explains that during the Christmas holidays She will not be seen active on social media"You won't see me around here this Christmas," she says, making it clear that she wants to experience this time of year more calmly and with less exposure, focusing on herself and her closest circle.
He acknowledges that he has cost to reach the end of the yearboth personally and emotionally, and that's why she needs to stop, breathe, and recharge. In fact, she speaks explicitly of the need to "recharge her batteries" in different areas of her life, from the emotional to the physical, aware that everything is connected.
Although she doesn't set a specific date for her return, Marín makes a sort of promise to her followers: wait to come back stronger and eager to continue telling storiesThis commitment leaves the door open for her return to the platforms, but only when she feels ready and that using social media can be compatible with her well-being.
Along with that declaration of intent, the athlete from Huelva also sends a message full of good wishes to those who have supported her all this time. She wishes them «all the good things possible"to close the year and encourages them to face the next one with enthusiasm, reflecting that, despite his difficulties, he maintains an intact closeness with his community."
His farewell, even if temporary, has a serene and reflective tone, without drama, but with the firmness of someone who knows he needs to stop. That balance between honesty and hope This is precisely what many of the messages of support that have multiplied in recent hours have highlighted.
A massive thank you to all their followers for their support.
Throughout her statement, Carolina Marín repeats several times her Thank you for the affection receivedShe says she not only feels supported, but also understood, which is especially important in a delicate situation like the one she is going through.
“I wanted to thank you all for the constant affection you’ve sent me throughout the year, for your support and empathy,” she says, noting that she’s been struck by the volume of reactions to her latest confession. For her, the public’s response to such a personal message confirms that Sharing vulnerabilities also creates strong bonds..
She also directly expressed her gratitude that people understand and respect her decision to disappear from social media for a while. She emphasized that feeling supported in this step back helps her face the situation with a bit more calm. personal reflection process which he has decided to start.
This climate of mutual understanding strengthens the relationship it has maintained with its digital community, made up of hundreds of thousands of fans who have accompanied his sporting successes and also, now, his most complicated moments on an emotional level.
Sports context: injuries and competitive future
Carolina Marín's digital hiatus comes in a context where her His sports career is also going through a complex phaseThe Andalusian woman continues to recover from the serious cruciate ligament and meniscus injury which he suffered at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, the third major knee injury in his career.
This latest injury forced her to to abandon an Olympic semi-final and has kept her away from competition for a long time. Although she has been doing exercises on the track and working towards her return for months, she still hasn't been able to fully return to the international circuit, something that undoubtedly also weighs on her morale.
This isn't the first time the Huelva native has had to face such a situation: in 2019 and 2021 she already experienced similar knee complications, so her resilience capacity This has been a constant throughout his career. Each recovery has presented a physical and mental challenge, and this new process is no exception.
Despite everything, he keeps his eye on a goal that he's particularly excited about: the European Championship to be held in Huelva in 2026For her, being able to compete again on her home turf would have a very special meaning, to the point that she is considering the possibility of being... his last major tournament as a professionalAlthough he insists that he is no longer obsessed with winning, but with enjoying the experience.
In several recent statements, he has commented that this European meeting represents a kind of "thorn in his side" that he wants to remove, more in personal terms than in terms of results. His speech focuses on to feel good on the track again and to close this chapter in the most fulfilling way possible, surrounded by her fans and her family in Spain.
All of this sporting and emotional context helps to better understand why Carolina Marín has decided to disconnect from social media for a while. Between the pressure of rehabilitation, the uncertainty about her competitive future, and the accumulated wear and tear, the player believes she now needs to prioritize her mental health, well-being and happiness Beyond the constant exposure provided by digital platforms, without losing sight of the fact that, when he regains his strength, his story with badminton and with his fans in Spain and Europe still has chapters to be written.
