A Wish for What Could Have Been

I am deeply saddened by the passing of Junior Seau this week. Not because he was a great football player, which he was, but that ended 2-1/2 years ago when he retired…but for the tragic loss of his potential, his go-getter attitude, and his passion that all vanished with his untimely passing. I am sad for what could have been but now cannot be. Most of all I am sad for the pain he must have been feeling to take this final action. While we may never really know or understand the reasons behind his passing, it is a shame it played out like this.

I wish more than anything for every retired athlete out there who is experiencing challenges with forging a new identity, depression, a sense of isolation or any other issues surrounding the loss of their sport, to know that these things are not unusual and are not shortcomings. Many former athletes have been there. You are in good company.

If you are reading this and struggling your self, remember that you don’t have to do it alone. A little support can make a remarkable difference.

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