The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett Patrice Evra: Learning How To Cry Saved My Life
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Nov 8, 2021 Patrice Evra, former professional footballer and author, shares his profound journey from a tumultuous childhood to football stardom. He reflects on the challenges of toxic masculinity and advocates for emotional vulnerability as a path to healing. Evra candidly discusses the pressures of playing for Manchester United, revealing the impact of high expectations on personal happiness. He emphasizes the importance of authenticity and connection, fostering discussions around mental health and emotional expression in men.
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Tough Childhood
- Evra grew up in a tough environment, sharing a bed with siblings and sometimes begging for food.
- Despite this, he remembers being happy until his father left, after which he felt he had to become a warrior.
Abuse and Cowardice
- At 13, Evra was sexually abused by his head teacher after being offered a place to stay due to the long commute to his football-focused school.
- He kept this secret for years, feeling cowardly for not speaking up when police investigated the teacher later.
Masculinity as Survival
- Bartlett and Evra discuss the idea of toxic masculinity as a survival technique.
- Evra's tough upbringing required him to suppress his feminine side to survive.