Steve Carrier on July 19, 2025
WWE star Michin is getting real about why it’s so hard for her to connect with fans—and it has nothing to do with her in-ring work.
During a segment on Ring the Belle, Michin reflected on a conversation she had on the Speak Easy podcast, where she admitted that years of online abuse made her build emotional walls. Despite knowing that vulnerability creates stronger fan bonds, she finds it tough to let her guard down.
Michin said it starts with how brutal social media can be—even when she gives it her all on TV.
“So that was on the Speak Easy podcast… I don’t remember exactly what [host] Berlin asked, but I felt comfortable enough to be vulnerable with them. And I can be vulnerable with you.”
“I know my biggest issue is… because of social media, I feel like I have to have a wall because someone’s always going to have sht to say. Even if I cut a crazy promo, they’ll be like, ‘Oh, but she blinked too much.’ Stuff like that.”*
She revealed that this constant nitpicking has left her second-guessing even basic promo work.
“So, it’s hard for me to put that wall down because I’m so used to just getting attacked all around. And that’s something I need to work on—I need to work on bringing down those walls and being vulnerable when I cut promos so people can really see who I am. Because I know I can connect with them. I’m just stopping myself—because I know there will always be a few people who are going to talk crap.”
Michin also touched on the impact of that negativity on her mental health.
“I deal with anxiety and depression and stuff. And you always hear it—that no matter how many nice things people say, that one negative comment will stick.”
She’s learned to flip the script on what once made her feel insecure—like fans teasing her body.
“I used to be self-conscious about my butt. But now I’m like, you know what? I’m going to laugh about it—and you can’t attack me with it anymore.”
Despite all the challenges, she’s gaining confidence and embracing the fact that not everyone needs to be pleased.
“There’s always going to be haters, and I’ve accepted that I can’t make everybody happy. I’m getting better at it, especially with my mental health. And that’s why I want to rebrand—like, fans demanded I be in WWE. Triple H literally said, ‘You know what? I have to sign her.’”
Michin’s message is one every performer and fan should hear: vulnerability is hard, especially in the spotlight—but it’s also where the real connection starts.
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July 19, 2025 4:21 pm
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