Stigma can cause isolation
If someone is being discriminated for their race/belief/social status, and their family shares those
qualities, they can start to feel embarrassed of them
Family/friends can feel ignored and maybe blame the person
encourage people to step up and be confident
education about the topic
there is no shame in being in these situations
being accepting to everyone
1. How was Michael stigmatized?
When he got injured, he felt like he let the whole team down and a few years before he lost his best
friend where they did everything together it took a huge toll on his life. He asked himself the questions
“if u should have noticed more or could you have done more”.
2. How did he battle through his challenges?
After the situation with his friend he realised that he could make a small difference to some people, as
time went on, he learned to deal with it more.
3. What support did he have to assist him?
he had the support of his fellow teammates, family, friends and the state of mind project.
Each week the players do a mental recovery and clearing the mind.
Using the resilience journal
4. How do you think this support helped him?
Realising that physical health is important but training your mind to be stronger as well
5. What advice would you have for someone in a situation of struggle?
To never give up or lose faith in what your passionate about
