

From Yugoslavia to Australia — Jelena Dokic on tennis and the truth
Nov 8, 2024
Jelena Dokic, a former professional tennis player and author of the memoir "Unbreakable," shares her remarkable journey from the shadows of familial abuse to the pinnacle of tennis fame. She discusses her struggles with identity and mental health during her career and powerful comebacks. The conversation dives into the complexities of resilience, the impact of past trauma, and the importance of vulnerability in healing. With grace, she reflects on her mother’s influence and the legacy of love that fuels her spirit today.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Passion and Pain: A Tennis Journey
01:31 • 17min
Breaking Free: A Young Athlete's Journey
18:35 • 9min
The Dark Reality of Control and Abuse
27:17 • 3min
Tennis, Trauma, and Triumph
29:54 • 9min
Healing Through Vulnerability
39:00 • 10min
Morning Rituals and Lasting Legacies
49:23 • 3min