The Australian is no stranger to the topic, having used his platform to increase awareness during his time at Renault as well.
Here’s what Daniel Ricciardo had to say about speaking up and how it can be a powerful instrument for someone struggling with mental health issues:
The 32-year-old also touched on how mental health issues are often stigmatized and misconstrued by those not in the eye of the storm. He went on to add:
“A friend is your best asset” - Daniel Ricciardo highlights importance of friendships for improved mental health
Ricciardo also stressed the importance of having a proper support system while fighting such tumultuous battles in mind by saying:
Daniel Ricciardo also admitted using journals to write down his thoughts and vent in times of difficulty. The Australian was cut off from his near and dear ones for the majority of 2020 and 2021 owing to his nation’s stringent laws regarding the Covid-19 pandemic.
Ricciardo’s McLaren teammate Lando Norris has also been vocal about improved mental health. Norris is a proud supporter of ‘Mind’, a charity dedicated to championing better mental health and reducing stigma around such important topics.
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