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Life After Football: Finding Identity and Navigating Mental Health Challenges
This chapter explores the emotional impact of leaving a football career and the subsequent struggles with depression and anxiety. The speakers discuss the loss of identity and uncertainty about the future after retiring from the NFL. They also delve into the importance of routine, therapy, and self-ownership in managing mental health challenges.
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