Rhea Ripley might be known for being one of WWEs most dominant forces, but even Mami admits that the pressure of the spotlight doesnt always sit easy.
During her interview with Chris Van Vliet, Ripley peeled back the curtain on her mental health strugglesand revealed that panic attacks have followed her from her early days in the business all the way to the top of WWE.
Ripley reflected on her first major opportunity with WWE, competing in the Mae Young Classic at just 20 years old. Far from home and feeling the weight of expectations, the stress took a physical toll.
Ripley explained that the nerves havent completely gone away, even as shes climbed the ranks to become a Grand Slam Champion and the former face of The Judgment Day.
The Australian star admitted that pushing herself to constantly improve comes with consequencesbut its also whats driven her success. That same intensity that made her one of WWEs most feared competitors is often what fuels her anxiety behind the scenes.
The comments offer a rare glimpse into the human side of Ripley, whose intimidating presence inside the ring has earned her the nickname Mami and a reputation as one of the toughest wrestlers in the world. But as Ripley made clear, even the toughest superstars wrestle with self-doubt and mental battles.
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