How Mental Health is Treated in Football with Ricky Williams | Unexpectedly Human

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In the premiere of Unexpectedly Human, Ricky Williams goes beyond the field, discussing firsthand his mental health and state during a decade-plus football career with Dr. Armando (Mondo) González.

Ricky recounts his experiences in the NFL, sharing his emotional, psychological, and mental well-being at the time. Then, the 11-season veteran proposes changes that can better assist athletes in both their professional and personal journeys. All that and more in Unexpectedly Human with Ricky Williams.

(0:00) Intro
(1:28) Mental Health Journey
(3:24) Social Anxiety Disorder
(7:59) Spiritual Nurturing
(13:52) The Impact of Cannabis
(16:48) Therapy/Psychological Evaluation
(22:22) Coaching Opportunities
(24:40) "Soul Care"

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All Comments (21)
  • @philu3
    Ricky is so articulate, self-aware and self-reflective....dude is so authentic
  • @Middy3
    Ricky gives me the vibe like he is one of those people that doesn’t know how to lie to himself or not speak his mind & I respect that
  • @slickrick5811
    I always thought of Ricky Williams as the new breed of NFL player: he was the first player with the dreds…now plenty of players rock dreds
  • @guitarplayer6565
    This was such a meaningful conversation, so glad I checked it out, would love to see Ricky do the Rogan podcast!
  • @rodrodriguez3334
    He is a real one. I'm as much a fan of the off the field Ricky as I am of the on the field version.
  • @drejabes
    I really needed to hear this. thank you Ricky Williams.
  • @vince6518
    We need more athletes like him talking about mental health, experiences, psychedelics, advices, tools to act, …etc. This is dope and helpful 🔥🔥🔥
  • @Heworldwide
    Such an insightful interview, I had to watch it twice. Definitely relate to what he spoke upon the entire Interview
  • @mbwell
    This documentary is deep.
  • @marvinrhodesjr
    Ricky Williams is ALWAYS a great listen. Much love and respect.
  • @Aaron0466
    It’s so funny and interesting how the universe works. I really needed to hear this, thanks ricky😁
  • @starrdogchamp1
    Great episode. Always liked listening to Ricky Williams and his mental thoughts and insight.
  • @zengirl9
    Loved listening to this. I first saw Ricky in a Craniosacral therapy program video. So great to see his mind lit up and hear his articulation.
  • @lakersin556
    Great convo with Brotha Ricky. Bring him back in a year or so.
  • @ognewwavy
    When you play football at this level you’re taking your life into your own hands every time you strap on a helmet. To be successful you have to ignore every natural human impulse for fear and safety. Not all players are able to turn off that switch for regular life and this is what the world ignores. They see you as big and tough but they don’t understand the challenges and organizations like the NFL do not prioritize this because they make billions off the men who can cutoff regular human impulse (for safety and life). It’s a very vicious cycle and RW is articulating it well