Overlapping Worlds

<p><em>While athletes carry the persona of being big strong competitive and fierce the burn of mental illness does not exclude them.</em></p><p><br></p><p>Approximately 35 percent of all athletes struggle with mental health issues and the stigmas that surround mental health. Olivia Grace Barnes' <em>Overlapping Worlds </em>explores nature's role in strengthening reinforcing and maintaining strong mental health in elite athletes. </p><p><br></p><p>After experiencing mental health struggles as a competitive athlete author Barnes felt inspired to share the wondrous powers that nature can have on the mind connecting the worlds of mental health sports and nature into a powerful overlap.</p><p> </p><p>Through research and interviews Barnes provides insight into how nature can positively affect the mind including:</p><ul><li>The thought process of Olympic track star Michael Marsh during one of his most memorable races.</li><li>Mental health advocate Victoria Garrick's journey through her athletic mental struggles that eventually gave way to her widely viewed TED Talk.</li><li>Nature expert Ronna Schneberger's insight into the power of being nature-wise.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><em>Overlapping Worlds</em> will help you discover how to embrace the subject of mental illness within your community and learn how to appreciate and experience being in nature more fully. </p>