It is not easy for a person to admit they’re struggling, especially when those struggles stem from something as personal and deeply-rooted as one’s mental stability.
It takes courage, integrity and an unwavering sense of self-acceptance to be willing to speak about your internal battles publicly.
Vancouver Canucks forward Tyler Motte showed all of these virtues in spades on Wednesday by opening up to fans, teammates and social media about living with anxiety and depression.
On Wednesday afternoon, the Canucks posted a video to their YouTube channel about Motte and his powerful story. In the three and a half minute video, Motte discusses how he’s learned to cope with anxiety and depression in his life while simultaneously juggling the strenuous career of a professional hockey player.