Marshawn Lynch & Mikal Bridges Get Real About the Mental Toll of Being a Pro Athlete

Mikal Bridges gets honest about the pressure he put on himself during the Knicks’ championship season, explaining how every part of his routine revolves around performing at his best and why he takes his struggles harder than the fans do.
Marshawn Lynch comes to Mikal’s defense before sharing what he learned across 13 seasons in the NFL, including the pain of losing around 15 former teammates to suicide. Beast Mode explains why athletes have to view their careers as one chapter of their lives, how he used football as a stepping stone and why controlling the pressure you put on yourself matters.
Tap in for a real conversation about competition, identity and life after sports.

Content warning: This conversation includes discussion of suicide loss and mental health.

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