Person Player Professional
Person Player Professional is about recognizing that you are a person first, and a player and/or professional second. We are here to address mental health/wellness in the world of athletics--and beyond--from both athlete and staff perspective through story telling and expert interviews. The objective is to create a safe space for open dialogue and full transparency, as well as challenge the systems that drive work/sport to become one's identity.
Person Player Professional
Overcoming: Chase Lane's Story
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Season 1
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Episode 20
Topic Warning: Depression
On today's episode All-American standout, Chase Lane, joins me to talk through his battle with mental health during his time as a member of the diving team at the University of Kentucky.
In this episode we cover:
- Chase's diving career
- Expectations vs reality of freshman year
- His initial struggle with mental health
- When his realized he needed help
- His mindset shift
- How he was able to retire from the sport without losing himself
- and more...
I want to thank Chase for his vulnerability and openness to sharing his story.
If you or someone you know is struggling with depressive or suicidal thoughts, there are resources:
Suicide and Criss Lifeline: 988
Other resources:
damworthit.com
thehiddenopponent.org
Thanks for listening! Contact me at AlyciaLCarrillo@gmail.com or IG: 3P_Pod