Messi's illness

Behind the image of the perfect football icon, Lionel Messi secretly struggled with mental health issues due to the pressure of reaching the highest level, to the point where he had to seek therapy.

Messi suffered from psychological issues and had to undergo therapy.

In an candid interview on LUZU TV 's Antes Que Nadie program, held in his luxurious apartment overlooking the Inter Miami stadium, Messi recounted for the first time the darkest period of his life. He admitted to living in a state of prolonged stress, becoming withdrawn, irritable, and constantly feeling insecure.

"There were times when I became a very unpleasant person," Messi said, when all the expectations from both the club and the national team weighed heavily on his shoulders.

Notably, Messi frankly admitted to seeking psychological therapy while playing for Barcelona: "Initially, I was very reluctant. I'm someone who likes to keep things to myself, always trying to endure things on my own. But therapy helped me learn to confront my emotions, manage pressure, and find balance again."

It was a quiet, decisive turning point in the journey to pull Leo out of his mental illness and continue to stand firm at the pinnacle of world football.

"El Pulga" also admitted that he lives a very principled and extremely organized life. Even a small change in his routine makes him annoyed.

That introverted nature sometimes pushes Messi deeper into negative emotions. In such moments, the person who pulls him back the fastest is his son, Mateo. A simple but effective dose of emotional support.

The conversation didn't revolve around titles or records, but ended with the image of a very ordinary Messi. He's happy with his family, enjoying the simple things in life. For Leo, perhaps the greatest victory is overcoming himself, from the therapy sessions to finding peace of mind.

Source: https://znews.vn/can-benh-cua-messi-post1618126.html