Recently, tennis star Naomi Osaka made waves when she asserted a boundary and announced she would not be participating in media interviews during The French Open, saying the choice was to prioritize her mental health.
Just days after the announcement, she decided to withdraw from the tournament when she was threatened with expulsion and a $15,000 fine for refusing to participate in media activities.
This is just one example of many where important boundaries can come with consequences. Osaka is currently ranked No. 2 by the WTA (Women’s Tennis Association) and famously beat Serena Williams in the final of the U.S.
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