“I was being summoned by a higher power, and football was truly my saviour.” This was my means of escape.
“My Sunday league coach would always transport me to my destination, as my mother did not possess a vehicle.” Upon departing my home environment, I would enter a familial atmosphere with my peers.
“My coach was exceptional.” He had a pleasant family, and they occasionally would provide me with sustenance on the way home.
“I received the love and care that I likely was not receiving as much of at my home, which was not my mother’s fault and was not my choice.” My identity was being determined by my surroundings. I was able to escape from everything through football.
Wilson stated that he sought assistance from a therapist approximately one year ago following an interaction with a Newcastle physiotherapist during a gym session.
“I have come to the realisation that when life and football are going well, you can ignore them,” Wilson, who is set to leave Newcastle in June, added.
“Over the past 18 months, I have experienced a series of setbacks that have become increasingly difficult to manage. It all culminated in a moment, and I realised that I needed to pursue therapy immediately.
“I was at a juncture in my life where I was regressing into the wrong direction. I was allowing small distractions, such as gambling, to infiltrate my life. I was determined not to become that person, which is why I sought the assistance of a professional.”
“It required a certain amount of courage to acknowledge that, despite the strength I perceive in my mind, you are also capable of speaking.” Even conversing with her [the therapist] was immensely beneficial.
He continued, “When I began to speak and disclosed the events of my life, she expressed surprise, asking, ‘How have you reached this point without consulting a therapist?'”
“I discuss the matter with my wife; however, I was hesitant to compromise our relationship.”
“I did not wish to burden her with my issues; she is my wife and the mother of my children, not my therapist.”
“There is a sense of relief that can be experienced after speaking with a therapist.”
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