AUSSIE ace Nick Kyrgios has revealed he was “suicidal” and self-harming as he contemplated eninding his own life.
Kyrgios, 26, stunned fans with a social media post which explained he went through the “darkest period” of his life during the 2019 Australian Open, when he went out in the first round.
Nick Krygios has opened up on his ‘suicidal’ thoughts
The Aussie tennis ace also revealed he was self-harming
Krygios, who posted the message underneath a photograph of himself during a training session at the tournament, “Most would assume I was doing OK mentally or enjoying my life.
“It was one of my darkest periods.
“If you look closely, on my right arm you can see my self harm.
“I was having suicidal thoughts and was literally struggling to get out of bed, let alone play in front of millions.”
Krygios added: “I was lonely, depressed, negative, abusing alcohol, drugs, pushed away family and friends.
“I felt as if I couldn’t talk or trust anyone. This was a result of not opening up and refusing to lean on my loved ones and simply just push myself little by little to be positive.”
The emotional post continued with a wider message in which Kyrgios reached out to others suffering mental health issues.
Krygios, who won the men’s doubles at Melbourne Park last month with partner Thanasi Kokkinakis, said: “I know that day to day life can seem extremely exhausting, impossible at times.
“I understand that you feel if you open up it may make you feel weak, or scared. I’m telling you right now, it’s OK, you are not alone.
“I’ve been through those times when it seemed as if those positive energetic vibes were never ever going to be reality.
“Now I’m proud to say I’ve completely turned myself around and have a completely different outlook on everything, I don’t take one moment for granted.
“I want you to be able to reach your full potential and smile. This life is beautiful.”
If you are affected by any of the issues raised in this article, please call the Samaritans for free on 116123.
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