"I'm sharing this because speaking up matters. No one is there to judge you, every person I've opened up to has supported me in ways I never expected. From the outside, it might look like I have everything, but what's going on internally can be a very different story."
"We are here to support you and make a change in this space so others feel as safe and as brave as you to speak up."
"O'Driscoll said he has had both incredible highs and also some very low moments in his four-year career."
Nathan O'Driscoll, a Fremantle midfielder, opened up about his mental health challenges on social media, revealing he has faced suicidal thoughts. He expressed that recent weeks have been particularly tough following a personal loss. O'Driscoll highlighted the importance of speaking out, stating that support is available and that it's okay to not be okay. His family and teammates have rallied around him, offering love and encouragement. The conversation around mental health in sports is growing, especially following recent incidents involving other players.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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