The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett Thierry Henry (EXCLUSIVE): "I Cried Every Single Day", Dealing With Depression, My Childhood Trauma & Fighting For My Dad's Love!
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Jan 8, 2024 
Thierry Henry, a former professional footballer and coaching legend, shares his emotional journey marked by childhood trauma and the relentless quest for his father’s approval. He candidly discusses the pressure of expectations and the mental health struggles he faced as an elite athlete, including feelings of isolation post-retirement. Thierry reveals the profound impacts of his upbringing on his identity and happiness, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability and authentic connections in overcoming personal battles.
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Understanding People
- Understand someone's context, especially their early life, to truly know them.
- People are products of their upbringing and environment.
Fitting In vs Belonging
- Thierry Henry's parents emphasized fitting in to avoid being sent back to the Caribbean.
- This created a sense of needing to fit in rather than belong.
Lack of Affection
- Thierry Henry's home lacked overt affection, creating difficulty expressing emotions later.
- Witnessing different family dynamics later highlighted this contrast.