The Mental Resilience of Suzy Favor Hamilton - From Olympian To Escort To Mental Health Advocate

Note From Jay

Suzy's  story has been all over the media again this fall with the release of her best seller Fast Girl.  From ABC's 20/20 to Dr. Phil, her story is great for ratings and full of opportunities for interviewers to create 'Got Ya' moments. Her story is that of the 'girl next door' turned Olympian, turned prostitute.

The real story is not about her days as a high priced escort. The real story is about a woman who did all the right things until her mental illness sent her on another path that became a nightmare.  

I am fortunate that due to my platform on ConquerWorry.org, I have been able to interview or connect with many high-profile people who struggle with their mental health. Suzy takes mental health advocacy to a new level as it would have been easier for her to just slide into history as a footnote and an interesting headline grabbing story. Instead, she lays all of her cards on the table with the goal of trying to help others who are struggling with their mental health. This is a story of mental resilience.  

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Suzy's Athletic Acomplishments

• At the University of Wisconsin she won 9 NCAA championships
• She won a silver medal in the 1989 World University Games.
• She is the most decorated female athlete in NCAA track and field history
• She won four USA Outdoor Track and Field Championships[9] 
• She won three USA Indoor Track and Field Championships[10] 
• Suzy competed in the Summer Olympics in 1992, 1996 and 2000

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