SERENA Williams has shared a cryptic post about a "difficult" time in her life.
The tennis superstar said she is "learning to let go" after taking "some time away."
Williams took to Instagram on Tuesday to give fans an update about her summer.
"My summer started out well but I was plunged into a difficult August," she wrote .
"Like many of you, I faced challenges that tested my spirit and resilience.
"Life can sometimes feel overwhelming and it's easy to lose sight of what truly matters—your mental health and well-being.
"I took some time away to breathe, to reconnect with myself, and to remember that it’s perfectly okay to pause and reconnect.
"Even if it’s just a quiet night to yourself. Anything counts.
"I’ve learned that the end of a matter is better than its beginning.
"And