i'm not quite sure what rené's trying to say though. maybe it's out on context? because i'm pretty sure enke's state of mind wasn't to do what was happening on the pitch. :(
I think he just means, that in the context of footballing culture (and possible German footballing culture specifically) Enke may have felt pressure not to admit what might have been seen as a 'weakness'. And in the end, for whatever reason, was not able to get the help that would have saved his life.
also, i think he means that they (as in the ones responsible) arent taking more care of the players mental health, or implementing measures that will prevent a future robert enke.
Awww, the Enke anniversary should maybe have it's own post? Maybe it will have when the day comes and Hanover has its day of remembrance?
Enke's story is horrendously sad, and it continues to bum me out that 'weakness' of any sort isn't tolerated in football (and so many other sports). The powers that be can have as many pro-tolerance campaigns as they want, and the players can do all they can to promote them, but so much crap is just ingrained in a huge component of the fan base of the sport in just about every country; it's so disheartening. :(
Depression isn't anything to be ashamed of, and it shouldn't define people as 'weak'--people in the public eye shouldn't feel ashamed to seek help or treatment for fear of backlash. Uggg, what a terrible shame and a waste that Enke wasn't able to get the help he needed; how awful for his family, his friends teammates, and the sport.
Oops, I didn't mean to be critical of the post or the OP; it is indeed beautiful, and of course Beckenbauer and Ballack deserve props and celebration for their awards, etc. :) I just meant it might seem weird to some to celebrate them and mourn Enke in the same location. My bad.
I understand what you mean, I felt the same while making it but ended up posting it anyway since I felt like making two posts would be too much Germany related posts on here in a row.. idk
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also, looking exceedingly fiiiiiine in that suit.
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i'm not quite sure what rené's trying to say though. maybe it's out on context? because i'm pretty sure enke's state of mind wasn't to do what was happening on the pitch. :(
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Enke's story is horrendously sad, and it continues to bum me out that 'weakness' of any sort isn't tolerated in football (and so many other sports). The powers that be can have as many pro-tolerance campaigns as they want, and the players can do all they can to promote them, but so much crap is just ingrained in a huge component of the fan base of the sport in just about every country; it's so disheartening. :(
Depression isn't anything to be ashamed of, and it shouldn't define people as 'weak'--people in the public eye shouldn't feel ashamed to seek help or treatment for fear of backlash. Uggg, what a terrible shame and a waste that Enke wasn't able to get the help he needed; how awful for his family, his friends teammates, and the sport.
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and omg ballack and he's well dressed
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