answering your questions... Q&A + life update | Mary Sergi

[@isabelberning6746]

As someone who has recently retired from a D1 sport, I understand your pain around the word "quit". It is so much more deep than people will ever know.

[@nylotus]

I see it as quitting if you get a 4-year scholarship or you commit to 4 years and throw in the towel 1 year before quitting. Many of us D1 athletes feel that way. I do see it as quitting and letting your team down however I understand the mental strain. But if the mental issues were there before playing one should've have agreed to the play.

[@CC-wg9gh]

Mary, thank you for opening up about your relationship with food. As someone who also has been through this I know it's not easy. It takes strength to talk about it on the internet with everyone's opinions. God is using you to help others. Thank you 💗

[@CC-wg9gh]

Also praying for you!

[@galz19]

Hi Mary! Whether you see this or not, I want you to know that we are all so proud of you! And you are never alone in any battles life throws at you. I know you’ve probably heard that many times and already know that, but it’s just a good thing to hear every once in a while. All of your friends, family members, fans, past coaches, and any and every person on this platform and others, are so proud of you!! We are all here for you through your journey and I can’t wait to see where God takes you next! You are bound for so so so so much! I know you’re going to go so far!!! I wish you best! May God bless you with all the love, support, and courage you deserve!

[@kristaleighwhite]

Mary! :) I am one of those annoying people on insta that was bugging you to know when you’d be coming back to KZbin and I’m so glad to see you back. I echo the words of many before me here in saying that I am so proud of you and the choices you have so thoughtfully made. I am also one of your older followers, a runner, and have recovered from an eating disorder. I assure you, there is light at the end of the tunnel :). Looking forward to more vids!

[@catg7695]

You didn't quit a single thing. You are making choices to have a positive future. You're excited for the future!!! I see nothing but good news and positivity here, and I am rooting for you!!!

[@HealingMedicyn]

You are an inspiration. Go girl! I’m in my 30s now & am just now healing from an ED. I can promise you anything is possible with a strong faith in God. I also had to incorporate more than just vegan foods into my diet bc the strict control over what I was eating was definitely playing a role. What I realized most was trying to strictly control my diet was really me just trying to find order in the chaos that was around me. Learning to lean on God & trust in his plans truly allowed me to let go of the need for control. So I think you’re well on your way. Congrats on everything you’ve accomplished at such a young age. You SHOULD be proud! ✌🏼🙏🏼🤍

[@2boys1man4me]

So proud of you! You are not defined by cheer, you are a child of a loving God. He loves you because you are His.

[@rachelringle6689]

College runners also have so so many issues with eating disorders. I was surrounded by them and decided to be done with it as well my junior year. I did go back my senior year and I felt much better and today, 15+ years later life, I feel free of all of these harmful thoughts. You can absolutely get to a place where you are happy and healthy. Just wanted to share as an "older person" :) - that things will get better!

[@susanneking]

So so glad you're back!! Thank you so much for being vulnerable about your ED 🥺💗 praying for you🤍

[@Rise.androot]

God Mary, I’m so freaking proud of you

[@Hereismytwocents2011]

You are not alone in your struggles. I have had a bad relationship with food since I was in high school. I struggled all through college, got better for a while, but the past couple years, it's been difficult. I have had friends and coworkers doing interventions, and I went to therapy. However, apparently the therapist said my issues were beyond her expertise, and referred me to a psychiatrist with a nutritionist on staff. They have a waiting list, so I haven't continued therapy. I applaud you for knowing your struggles and limits, and getting the help that you need.

[@meganvanderhoff9025]

I did gymnastics as a kid and then cheered for 8 years through middle school, high school, and two years of college. I struggled with very similar issues, disordered eating habits, poor body image, and anxiety surrounding anything that had to do with cheer. I retired my sophomore year and it was a great decision for me! My mental health improved so much. I still remained friends with all my teammates and lived with them my last two years of college, and have now even been in a few of their weddings. So happy for you for recognizing your struggles and doing what is best for you! This is the beginning of an amazing chapter and wishing you the best throughout this whole journey! You got it!

[@LaurenOrion]

quitting is okay, it just means you know your boundaries and what to prioritise

[@kyliemiller5551]

mary ily and this means everything to me and I truly hope you get all that you deserve in life, u are such an angel

[@rachaelsennett8035]

Mary, I am so proud of you for making the cheer decision. I’m also a senior this year, and had to make the difficult decision to retire from cheer as well to prepare for medical school. God works in beautiful ways and he has amazing plans for us ❤

[@HarrietMeadows]

I feel like I know you. I’ve enjoyed all of your videos. I’m 73 years, was a cheerleader four years in high school, four yrs in college and adored every minute!!!! I admire your honest approach to cheerleading of today and realizing your worth as a person does not rest in cheerleading. You go be your remarkable self and never look back. Hugs and love I’ll wait for ur next utube. Best wishes!!! Harriet Meadows Arkansas.

[@jennalief]

I’d love to hear more about what you’ve learned from your nutritionist and more about your relationship with food.

[@aws_540]

I’m so proud of you. I used to watch your videos sometimes but stopped because it was kind of triggering to me since I used to have an ED, but seeing you now how you are acknowledging your struggles and working on your mental health and even that you retired from cheerleading when it was such a huge part of your life, its just really inspiring and impressive.

[@phoebejane8676]

thank you for being honest about your struggles people need to hear about.

[@kayleehamilton8256]

I am struggling with schizophrenia, depression, anxiety, dissociation, and PTSD and yiur videos help me a LOT. I am going to Lindenwood this upcoming fall and am currently going to community college You really helped with my motivation and I feel close to you I am trying to get closer to God just like you

[@sbana51]

So inspiring! Happy to see you on KZbin again. I love how real and vulnerable you are. Best of luck on your journey forward, you will get through the tough battles

[@rolsy6696]

Hi Mary! I hope you know that everyone is super proud of you for prioritizing your health. You are the opposite of a quitter, you are an inspiration to people everywhere. You should feel nothing but pride over your amazing cheerleading career! Now you have your whooooole entire life ahead of you, full of things to love and explore and excel at outside of cheerleading. How exciting is that?! Your amazing attitude and kindness will take you far in life 💙🙌

[@emmuhgrace]

wishing you a full healthy recovery 💓i’m rooting for you

[@LJHolly]

My girlfriend was a D1 cross country runner, and it took a similar toll on her physical and mental health. Ultimately she had to leave the team her senior year and take a long break after graduation. She's a few years post-grad now and has been able to redefine her relationship with running in a sustainable healthy way. She's eating freely, connecting with folks who have a healthy relationship with the sport, and she's falling back in love with it! Wishing you a wonderful, much needed, break!

[@gabbymeuse]

Proud of you always!!! You're so motivating and inspirational. ILY!!!

[@erinbelknap]

you are such a light in the world mary!! you're the sweetest ❤❤

[@jenniferhorton6437]

Thank you so much for speaking up and shutting light on mental health issues. You are just as brave as other elite athletes like Simone Biles. We need strong athletes like you to show the whole athletic community. Overall health and well-being is more important than anything. Our identity is not what we do, but it encompasses so much more. I can’t wait to see your future unfold. Thank you for being honest and brave and vulnerable. Our young athletes need more role models like you.

[@claireduckworth7659]

Welcome back to KZbin! I have missed your vlogs! Thank you for this life update!

[@Lexi-kh4ey]

I haven’t cheered that long I’m only 15 but I am proud of you that is a hard decision to make. I almost started crying watching this! I love you girl!! You are going to do amazing things!! Cheer is my whole life right now it makes me so happy.my team just won state now we are working are butts off for nationals towards the end of this month! Love you Mary!! ❤

[@KaySheCreates]

Good for you Mary! Keep doing what's best for you.

[@susanjohnson3760]

Good for you Mary! You have many, many things to look forward to after cheer! ❤️

[@Ky_potter95]

Ahhhh I am so excited for you and your family! I graduated from Penn State in 2023 so I totally understand the love of State College. Also SO proud of you for putting yourself first. Stepping away from sports that embodied your life is super hard and people don't realize it that have never been in that position.

[@tammygilliam4048]

Mary you are an awesome human being! No matter what you do you will be amazing.

[@bamachickadee84]

I’m so glad you’re back. Missed your vids and been binge watching past ones. So happy for you and your family and the new house. Can’t wait for that video Mary. I know quitting cheer was a hard decision and one that was not taken lightly. Continue to trust God’s plan for your life and putting him first. I love that you spend time in his word and journaling. That in itself has been so good for my own mental well being. I wish you only the best that life has to offer. Continue reaching for the stars beautiful. God has amazing things planned for your life. Love you Mary. And, look forward to your next video, as always. You have been very inspiring and encouraging and your videos are amazing. ❤

[@cooperpabis4642]

Trying not to be sad about you not cheering your Sr. year after doing all the years prior but trying to look at it as a shift in how you cheer, you are able to cheer now at any events you choose. Also your energy that you were putting in supporting the football or basketball teams you can put into supporting yourself working towards healthy mindset working on the journey with ED.

[@Anna8765]

Idk how old you are but you seem really wise for your age. That feeling you had that second day of cheering was your gut feeling, always trust it!

[@karabrenner]

I love you Mary, you’re so inspiring and you help me so much with my walk with God. Please never stop posting

[@kaliataylor]

you’re so slay mary i’m soooo proud of you😭❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@gillianritchey]

first off, thank you so much for feeling comfortable enough with us and sharing what you have been going through. you are such an inspiration to other girls who may be going through something similar! secondly, i am going to be an freshman at Alabama this fall and was wondering what you would recommend bringing and what you think some necessities are for living in the dorms! 🤍

[@slayalldayslayyyyy]

Mary you are such an inspiration and I am so proud of you you are awesome! 🩷🩷🩷

[@dodicamodica3829]

I'm soo happy you are back!💞Mary you are an amazing person,precious child of God and soo motivating!God is going to help you and know that we all love you and support you!💖

[@EmilysLifeOnWheels]

I’m so proud of you for being so brave and sharing!! You have no idea how many people you’re helping!! You are such a great role model!! 💚💚💚 12:56

[@GlennieGilroy]

You are amazing Mary! Keep up the good work!

[@elianabrooke_]

you should do a what i wear in a week video!! i absolutely love your style

[@kristiann8122]

Aww Mary you are so stinking cute and sweet. You are so strong and brave for sharing your story with the world and being so vulnerable.

[@miss__atomic__bomb]

First of all I love your nails, your sunnies, your editing style and all the love and work you put into your videos. Love you so much mare! I suffered / still struggle with an ED and it’s a lifelong battle. Thank you for being so open about everything. Always praying and rooting for you sweet girl ❤

[@SwedishJuliaa]

Welcome back Mary!! I´m so proud of you! Take your time and get back when you're ready

[@katiediane7082]

I NEED a summer faves like favorite self tanner, water resistant jewelry, sandals, the works!!! Love ya girly❤️

[@kristenrusso4612]

You are such an inspiration! I love your day in the life's and what I eat in a day's!

[@anahi_12308]

Hey Mary!! I just want you to know I will be praying for you everyday on your journey and recovery with food (if it is not invading any personal privacy) , I also struggled and struggle with food relationships and having to leave a sport, me personally bc of injury and mental health, but All I know is that God works in miraculous ways He will always be your biggest supporter❤️💪 I’m 16 and truly look up to you, you are such a ray of sunshine (sorry if that sounds cringy) and seem like the most genuine kind and loving person ever. Thank you so much for posting my day literally brightens when I see you posted haha. Wishing you all the best with school and stuff 😊🙌💖💖✝️💐

[@clairecallahan9862]

Omg Mary your my biggest inspiration!!! I struggle with some of the things you do! And this video help me understand I’m not alone

[@firstcoastlife]

Wishing you good health, Mary, a great summer and an amazing senior year! ❤️

[@anneg9305]

Soo great to see you Mary! I’ve folowed you since you started at Bama. Could not be prouder of you!!!!!!

[@kathrynbyoutube]

Tbh awesome idea to try out options in sports media careers with your last year of college, a great opportunity.

[@LilyJoyxo]

we love you SO BIG Mary!! praying for you beautiful girl

[@amandawilson486]

Aww, Mary! This was probably really hard to share and talk about. It feels weird to say congratulations, but it really is opening a new door on a new path. Wishing you all the well wishes and happiness vibes! Happy Upcoming Senior Year at UofA!

[@Lauren_6]

This is hard to do and u did it! You shared how you were feeling❤ ik that I totally understand this!! I love your videos and you’re a huge inspiration. So excited to see the ways you grow in this amazing future of yours! ❤ ily

[@nickyjones867]

You are a great girl. You should be so proud of yourself xxx

[@jennie3353]

so glad ur back mary ❤️

[@heathreeves6327]

Mary is a sweetheart ❤

[@ashleymulford1072]

awww ilysm. you are amazing

[@sofia_aspen]

thank you mary we love you and u got this

[@averygaming8707]

Thanks for answering my question Mary! Have a great rest of your day

[@EmilysLifeOnWheels]

Ok i love the new intro !!! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@Whatawickedmind]

Can't wait to see your new journey outside of cheer❤

[@bradypreston8472]

Love you Mary!

[@Jamie-rb7iv]

Thanks for sharing this!!

[@sofia_aspen]

you should do a video on your bible reading in the morning and just what it looks like and what you do it would be so nice to watch

[@luharrell1]

Mary you’re so sweet and I love your videos. I wish you the best ❤️

[@EmilysLifeOnWheels]

Can we add you on the Bible app??

[@gabidaniels7355]

im crying😢😢😢 ily

[@gracescott3628]

Omg saint Loren’s cookie dough >>>>>>>>>>>

[@EmilysLifeOnWheels]

Praying for you Mary !! ❤❤❤ 5:45

[@Carmendawn123]

Such a great video

[@b.r33s3]

mary you're so beautiful. i've met you like 3 times and you are the sweetest girl ever. don't ever forget you're feelings are valid. Jesus loves you 💗. Cheer is probably one of the hardest sports and people like you made me believe it even more.

[@EmilysLifeOnWheels]

Yay !! New vlog

[@ericabrumfield3271]

Do you feel like your ED was the pressure from being an influencer and having a fan base? That you felt like you had to be perfect and it became a job? That could possibly be it especially since it started on the TV show.

[@reesecaroline10]

Will you please share your worship playlist with us !

[@espressoyourself8679]

Omgggggggggggggg ❤❤❤ missed you ❤❤❤

[@skylarbryceee]

CAN YOU DO A WHATS OK MY IPHONE I FEEL LIKE IT WOULD BE GREAT

[@skylarbryceee]

proud of you god has big plans for you girl ❤

[@ashleymulford1072]

side note- does anyone know where these sunglasses are from?? because i NEEEED

[@katierose7430]

Hello!! I live in Leesburg and have struggled with an ED for a really long time, i 100000% recommend seeing a dietician, i have one her name is theresa roth and shes based in ashburn!

[@heathreeves6327]

Mary is awesome ❤❤❤

[@loribrown5235]

You could always try a different sport. Maybe volleyball, rowing, etc. Or maybe archery!!!

[@alexandria65]

Or maybe she isn’t interested 😊

[@KimberlyMayo-u8h]

Wish you the best, only you know when it’s time to move on!! You’re getting older and you need to focus on your life!

[@MissAllieK]

Where is your cross necklace from?

[@perrinmorgan722]

love the new intro!! thanks for being so transparent i missed your videos!

[@NicoleSevcikova]

You should become the media person for alamaba cheer

[@janeb689]

Sad to hear you aren't cheering this upcoming year. You seemed to love it so much, but I totally understand. You have to do what's best for you. BAMA games won't be the same without you and Saban. Best of luck!!

[@GaryPorter-l3j]

Soooo when are the new videos coming??

[@lotsoflove7251]

Sweet Loren's!

[@AfroMxgic]

We love you Mary stay strong you are amazing and anything you do you will be great at it. PS. I'm Single to😊

[@samanthaender3142]

Hi Mary I proud of you healthy mental I have the same problem with it.❤❤❤

[@RockStarOscarStern634]

I honestly wish you could get back into Cheer one day.

[@NicoleSevcikova]

I love you❤ be you do you for you❤❤

[@lisadeeprose9033]

can we get a move in vlog?

[@sportsgeeks9278]

I need Mary to be my counselor

[@baeyesi]

made me so sad hearing that :( so proud of you mary 💘💘

[@shotkallah]

What do you think the role of social media plays in your body image and eating issues not just cheer

[@FaithBeaded]

what camera do you use? Jesus loves you!

[@JamesBoggs-xw3du]

Hey Mary can u please pray for me I’ve been struggling a lot with having a relationship with god and almost everyday I feel like I’m not worth it and like I talk down to myself and all kinds of stuff