Gigi Buffon on Fighting Back from Depression | The Players' Tribune
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- Опубликовано: 13 окт 2019
- In 2005, Buffon was a the top of his game. He had fame, money and a dream job. But he had also suffered from depression.
In this emotional interview Buffon opens up about the origins of his depression and how he recovered from it.
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It's like listening to an artist talk. I'm impressed by his sensitivity and intelligence.
Definitely not an average footballer^^
He's more inspirational than most motivational videos on RUclips
He's not an artist, and he is blaming outstide help, perfectly in line with his facsist mind (he is a fascist, you know?), talking about depression like it's something you can just snap out of
Depression can also be induced by chemical failures in your brain, and you NEED farmaceuticals.
@@Quilbo in Italy, according to our constitution, you can be prosecuted for accusing someone of being a fascist, especially in the absence of proof; i would suggest you to delete your comment sir
what a wonderfull language. is he really fascist? didnt seem too fascist, when he played for national team. he always respected opponents and when italian fascists interrupted other anthems, he was in rage against them. but im no italian, i dont really know and in italy, actually every second seems to be fascist ...
stupidity is about to win again :D
I don't speak Italian but honestly I can listen to this man speak forever , what a wonderful person
This man is true inspiration
As an italian you can hear his accent.
The way he pronounces the letter "S" is typical for his region (Northern Italy) :)
I don't speak italian but my language is spanish, so even without subtitles I can understand most of it because they are so similar
Turn the subtitles on!!! :) do it
Yeah right wonderful person ... This guy is just hypocritical and he's always been. Plus he's got no shame because "ha un bidone dell'immondizia al posto del cuore"
This man is a legend, the reason he is one of the greatests goalkeepers in history is not only because he has the best technical or physical skills, it's because of his mental and emotional strength to get through troubles and defeats, and learn from them. I think we all can learn a lot from Gigi
@MACCARONIVELLI 3Pac if not the best
@MACCARONIVELLI 3Pac I think he got the greatests skills, what i mean is that he got that because of his mental strength and determination.
Petter Habtu gigi the greatest goalkepar ever yes
For me the best GK is Oliver Kahn because of his abilities and mentality which are so much underrated from many people but huge respect for Buffon - a living legend!
Илия Макаров kahn is a kahn but buffon the greatest all time
Guys remember this: Gigi has been lucky, because he had just a minor episode of depression, so he was able to overcome it in short time and without the need of drugs. It's not always this simple.
If you feel like him look for help from a good psychologist, but also talking about it with the people around you may be a nice first step in the right direction.
perfect comment👏 grazie
Yeah
It's easier to fight if discovered earlier
Otherwise it's hell, full of darkness
Yes it's true. I had depression and O.c.d. for 6 years, i think that is very important talk to people of your depression and what is in your mind. It's very important to use your personality always, and controll your mind. If you controll your mind and your thinking you controll your life.
The richer they're the more depressed they feel, is that a coincidence? You all need to work in the fields a bit to the point where you'll not have the strength in the evening to think you're depressed 😂
So he was sad for a bit not depression.
i have a severe depression and anxiety for almost 15 year, yesterday was my first day in psychotherapy , i felt every word buffon said .
Feel better bro..
Stay strong man, you will come out beter on the other side
I am sure that if you feel your words, it is because in some way you relate to them. Everyone is depressed some times, some more than others. That's life and it's normal. Nevertheless, do not only empathise with his words, but learn from them. Learn to listen to yourself, but also speak out when you need to.
thank u so much guys for your support, ur words means a lot to me
Been strugling depression for a long time as well..I hear you brother
"If you always seek external solutions to your internal problems, you will never be able to really solve them."
and THAT is what we, as a society, on a global level would need to accept.
maximum respect for him coming out with this
You and Buffon seem to be very, very far from understanding what mental health issues are about.
@@rcic3706 he was talking about drugs though. He said he felt better when he talked about it with his loved ones near the end of the video.
@@Drobexxx I understand, but clinical depression is not a purely psychological issue, but rather a neurochemical alteration which does need pharmacological support more often than not. I incline to think that Buffon didn't have actual depression, but more of a psychological issue.
@@rcic3706 this is technically true but ignores the fact that anti depressants are nevertheless massively overprescribed to people who are depressed because of their life circumstances and psychological mental blocks. some people need them but many other people need behavioral changes and changes in their learned thinking patterns to solve the underlying problem. for those people drugs are papering over the real issue.
@@nightmoose I tend to agree with you for the most part. I would argue, though, that what you're referring to is not actually major/endogenous depression, for which pharmacological support (alongside psychotherapy/psychoeducation) may be the only viable option.
He's an athlete with a mind of an Artist.
Like Pirlo, the Italian footballers have a certain class about them
he is italian... art flews in our veins, beauty surrounds us.
@@danilo4631 and then theres franco, who votes for lega
@@ztommyh5378 Who cares about who he is voting for, everyone can be an artist.
Watching this made me believe that everything is going to be ok
It will be, buddy.
Don’t give up
The soundtrack is so chill
I'm a Milan supporter. Gigi Buffon is definitely an Italian football legend, it will be very sad when he retires. I think we've been so lucky to have him as opponent and national goalkeeper. God bless him.
@Ион Шарков what's the problem? I have an admiration for Man City, what's wrong?
@Ион Шарков Milan of course. But aI wouldn't be so angry if Milan lost.
@Ион Шарков nope
Is a one of the best goalkeeper in history of football !fam
Respect man. I don't like Milan, but your clubs has had some absolute legends play for you. Maldini, Nesta, Van Basten etc.
"I was walking down the street and went into an art gallery to see some pictures of Chagall ..."
Do you imagine any American athlete saying this?
He lookin at da hip hop and cartoons
I think you would be surprised.
whats the point of this comment?
You don't need to criticize others :)
To be honest I do, there are so many intelligent and cultured Americans, but it does seem that such qualities are not "encouraged" en masse, that is the real problem. It is becoming cool to seem like a dumbass in USA
From a person who has lost a younger bro to depression. I admire every person who is fighting this terrible disease. Wish u a long happy life Gigi
Wow he is more than a Goalkeeper.
He is a fighter, a fighter every person shld try to be
Everyone knows
it's also a fascist
John 14-6
6 Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truthand the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.
You can fake happyness and satisfaction, but you will never have the peace of God until you confess your sins to God and believe that he died, was burried and rose again so you may have everlasting life.
Now i respect the man so Even more
😀😀
Well done gigi
he toke some steps back to get sane again.
I'm not italian, but I do love Italy and its culture, history and calcio, especially the national league. Buffon is fantastic, an eternal idol, not only to Juve fans, but the entire italian population and world around. Thanks for your carachter, your career and this deep interview, that reveals your humanistic side.
As a EU-resident I do "love" the Italy's financial situation.
how does a man's leg start to shake from depression and not when he's playing in front of the entire world in the world cup final?
depression is just something else man
True, great comment.
He did’t play at that time ..
I went through the same thing. It is truly terrifying to the point I went to the ER for them to kick me out and say you are perfectly fine.
@@rinolino7246 of course he became WC with Italy in 2006
one of the greatest sportsman ever, now he maturated to something much greater
The real hero
maturated? ma vai a dormire va
"if you always seek external solutions to your internal problems...you will never be able to judge yourself and value yourself for what you're worth" - Gianluigi Buffon
Normal person: " i want be Buffon "
Buffon: " i want be normal "
True
@@reconon your comment is dumb btw.
Normal person doesnt want to be anything but himself
Buffon the God of goalkeeping
This really is inspirational, profound and something I needed to hear today! Thank you Gigi.
John 14-6
6 Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truthand the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.
You can fake happyness and satisfaction, but you will never have the peace of God until you confess your sins to God and believe that he died, was burried and rose again so you may have everlasting life.
If you feel bad and you need someone who listens, I don´t care if we don´t know each other. Look for me on Facebook and we can chat about football, life, whatever. Just remember you´re not alone, Matt.
What a man, many many Italians I have had the pleasure to work with seem to approach life from such a humble baseline x Michael from Liverpool
Thanks
Io sono britannico e questo video mi ha colpito in un modo forte. Da noi è raro trovare un calciatore attuale che parla così. Non ‘solo’ un giocatore, ma un giocatore così famoso. Come tanti, ho sofferto di sentimenti cupi per un periodo (troppo) lungo. Non credevo di avere gli strumenti emozionali di gestire la situazione da solo. Non credevo di avere qualcuno con cui sarei stato in grado di condividere tutto quello che sentivo. Se noi avessimo avuto una figura di riferimento come Gigi, forse non sarebbe stato così difficile. Non siamo freddi, ma non abbiamo l’apri pista ancora. Ma le cose cambiarono.
GIGI is the definition of the beautiful game.
I’m watching this as Italian practice as he has such a lovely clean and clear accent
Me too. I was
True, and his talk is really articulate
He is from Toscana. A region in Italy where they say the Italian language has its roots... That's why he speaks clear italian
@@Tuxedosnake00 true about Tuscan being at the root of Italian language but Buffon’s accent is not typically Tuscan. His accent has features closer to Northern Italian varieties (called gallo-italic) typical of his birthplace (Carrara): geographically Tuscany but linguistically not
Oh, no, no, no! He sounds SO Northern Italian ! Nothing "Tuscan" about him ! I assume nobody here is Italian...
My Idol obviously. when I was young.. This man was #1 Goalkeeper in the World..
Had to watch this video twice because first time I was lost listening to the most beautiful language in my humble opinion, Italien, and second time to actually read the subtitles.
The year after he suffered from depression he went to win the World Cup thanks to his saves Italy was crowned champions
first Goal kipper in history to arrive 2nd in ballon D’or list !!! during that tournament his eyes were like he was on another dimension…
He turned depression into Greatness
Amazing person. I was at the Ireland-Italy game in the European Championship (2012). Italy won 2-0 but my lasting memory of that game is how gracious Buffon was with the Irish fans. A true gentleman, much more than a legendary footballer/goalkeeper. Incidentally another man who has suffered with various mental ailments and all kinds of abuse scored a very nice goal that day too! Was strange to feel happy for too Italians after they beat us so easily with another Pirlo masterclass.
Love Gigi!! Great person on and off the pitch🙏❤️
You're a graziosa person too, Milo
@@martineden4371 stop lying and looking 4 a response she aint checking the replys lol
@@CJ7xCFC2 speak italian please, I don't undestand you. However, I don't want talk to you
@@martineden4371 i dont blame you
what an ass @CJ7xCFC2
Yeah especially out of field...banging hookers easy girls drinking party...what so many idiots commenting online
Gigi forever azzurri blues🇮🇹as a Hispanic/Italian in USA 🇺🇸 I always followed my azzurri wherever they go! Gigi I wish one day you will coach!!
I have always been impressed by Gigi, he has this positive and friendly charisma and he is a true aesthete. His way of expressing himself and showing his vulnerable side inspires me.
He was already there when I began to follow Serie A and is still here more than 20 years later. It will be a strange place without him.
Grazie Gigi. Grazie di cuore. Ne avevo tanto bisogno.
SCOMMETTIAMO?
@@mariobianchi8889 ma no ahahahah
Respect to the best goalie ever. Good to know that he's not just talented but also very smart. Glad that he defeated depression. We experienced this in a very very sad way over here in Germany. RIP Robert Enke!
Hes amazing, BUFFON a living legend.
What a wonderful man to talk so eloquently about a problem I know many men, certainly in England, would be far too embarrassed to speak to anyone about. Listening to him can help so many people.
One of the greatest goalkeepers
One of the greatest Italian footballers
One of the greatest human beings to play the game.
Vamos...Ty my friend....I'm a Veteran of the US Navy and suffer from this...you speak the truth...thank you so much and I hope that you find peace.
Although I really admire the way he made sense of his depression and how he was able to get out of it wiser, taking medication is nothing to be ashamed of. I've been depressed for more than 8 years and I tried several types of therapy (just to avoid meds) and only last year when I was put on antidepressants that I finally started to feel better.
In some cases medication can help, but in other cases it makes things worse. Every person reacts differently to certain substances. Unfortunately in my family there have been two cases where medication made things worse ...
Stop going to therapy and taking medication, all of this is detrimental for yourself. Start boxing, learn to be a stoic, travel and enjoy life instead of moaning about what's wrong in your life.
@@fulippuannaghiti1965 I think he is not moaning about his life, he is just talking about his depression. You wouldn't tell a diabetic to leave insulin and travel more. You wouldn't tell a scorbutic person to leave his vitamin C. Depression is a chemical imbalance that sometimes can be solved by the body on it's own, but sometimes additional help is needed.
@@marco.trevisan your hormone imbalances are controlled most of the time by yourself; it's all about the message you convey to your brain and the hologram it decipheres from it. The cases where hormone imbalance is a uncontrollable anomaly are rare, most of depressed people are self made not born. So don't compare a diabetic person or a scorbutic one with a depressed individual. I was depressed because I wanted to see the world grey and the glass half empty, I changed myself so my depression disappeared and I stopped paying those thieves called therapists, which without you being depressed they would be working at McDonald's. Buffon should wake up every morning and be grateful of what he achieved, selfishness and ungratefulness are the first cause of depression.
@@fulippuannaghiti1965 Everyone find their way out of depression. I'm glad you found yours. Even so, I think you would benefit by learning about depression. It's not just about feeling sad, it's a measurable imbalance in the body's production of dopamine, serotonin, GABA and other neurotransmitters. It's perfectly comparable to diabetes or scurvy. When the imbalance is small, it can be fixed with having healthy habits, same as vitamin C deficiency can be cured just by having a lemonade. When the imbalance is big, solutions at other level are needed. There is no reason to feel ashamed when someone needs help. Many people die every day to self harm for avoiding this help.
This is a kind of man that when you see him, there is some deep vibe..
Italian players are all bloody philosophers. Love it
I‘m also depressive .. 😓 i hope i become happines and a life without deppression soon as possible .. 😓😓 pray for me sisters and brothers
THE FIGHT AGAINST EVOLUTION thank you ☹️
BiOk TV Official hope you get better bro everything happens for a reason stay strong ✊
GlizzyBuilds thank you bro .. i hope so
Don't look for "happiness" - accept your depression, live with it. Being contended with yourself is better than being "happy".
Ay bro. How are you now? Head up, King. You are stronger and bigger than depression. You will be the Victor. Yes.
What a human being. I remember him rushing to congratulate Martin O'Neill and Roy Keane for the Republic of Ireland's victory over his own country at Euro 2016. That’s a class guy. Love from Ireland 🇮🇪
Gigi non ha mai nascosto il suo lato umano, nel bene e nel male. Forse è la sua più grande forza.
Un vincitore è campione puo’ ammetterlo e lo rinforza ancora di piu’ e pe tornare a giocare in serie B , credo le passione perche’ credo che qualche risparmio lo ha …
In serie B con i ragazzi che lo stimolano passa la depressione 👏🏻👏🏻
Dear Gigi, your message to hope is wonderful. The mind is important like the body, but sometimes the depression is an enemy very strong to kill.Sometimes the medicines are necessary unfortunately.
He wasn’t sick or depressed. He was just bored to do the same thing every goddamn day, that’s it.
@@RSteam87 how do you know that? you are his gf or what? lol kid
@XZSANTOXSZ 'many of them are caused by genetics and chemical disorders'. This may be true but for the most time depression is caused by situatiational factors and mostly nurtured. To treat these factors, medication is NOT THE SOLUTION.
Like Buffon said: 'you have to look internally to find what has bothering you'!
@@lucaaz14 But even in those cases medicine is sometimes needed not make the patient able to overcome their struggles when they are to deep in the depression. And the treatment of depression is very difficult because no depression is the same.
@@milliecookie8539 I completely agree with Lucas here. Medication should be taken with a lot of care. Everyone can react differently to certain substances, and unfortunately I have witnessed two cases in my family where medication made things worse. In some cases medication definitely helps, but in my experience a lot of psychiatrist nowadays prescribe pharmaceuticals way too often, just because it is a lot easier for them than trying to find potential causes of the issue and suggest personal, non-pharmaceutical treatment. Another thing that might play its role in this is that drug companies make a lot of profit selling those pharmaceuticals ...
Before watching this video.. I knew from his eyes that he was deep, creative and having some arts in his spirit… Buffon was my favorite soccer player, whenever I see him I feel some energy
Didn't think I could love this guy more than I already do, but there he is, talking so honest with us about himself and his thoughts. Thanks Gigi.
"If you always seek external solutions to your internal problems, you will never be able to really solve them and you will never be able to judge yourself and value yourself for what you're worth, you'll always be looking for external help, alibis, excuses. Instead, life must be lived according to your limits and your virtues."
Greetings from Belgrade - Serbia for legend Buffon from fun of FK PARTIZAN!!!
Good luck Maestro!!! 🏁
I already knew this man was a legend but with this vid he went directly to the olympus
I've watched him play over more than 15 years as goalkeeper. Never seen him in this light before though. Respect to this man and his vision.
why the hell does this video only so little views?
Living legend! 41 years old and still one of the best!
And humble man... But to be honest. When you have money, you will make it.
Buffon, un grande portiere e un grandissimo uomo!
I keep coming back to this .
"if you always seek external solutions to your internal problems, you will never be able to really solve them"
This is a very true and spiritual principle that he talks about.. Cool and inspiring to see!
But depression can be attributed to a chemical imbalance.
Depression can't be solved by thought alone
@@66kaisersoza I never implied that it could be solved by thought alone. But I do think we underrestimate the power of thought and intentions. Either way yes ofcourse there's a chemical inbalance but most of the time this really isnt the case.
"I must prove to myself that I deserve the gift of life" Wow, that's profound. Was not able to get over my depression without medication despite all the therapies in the world. But that phrase speaks volume to me.
I wish I could shake his hand one day. He is a living legend making football a great passion. What we watch today is business with no place for happiness. Gigi, you are great! Thank you for being a part of my childhood.
What an insightful man and what a strong mentality he has shown in the way he coped with his depression. Didn't knew this about him. Thanks for this...gives me tools for myself
John 14-6
6 Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truthand the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.
You can fake happyness and satisfaction, but you will never have the peace of God until you confess your sins to God and believe that he died, was burried and rose again so you may have everlasting life.
@@Batmonarch "Now therefore, kill every male among the little ones, and kill every woman who has known man intimately. But all the girls who have not known man intimately, spare for yourselves" - Numbers 31:17-18
@@DeuPKay It was 5000 years ago. Why isnt it happening today? Can u explain why it happened b4 and now it doesnt? It is laughable how you think you understand it all. You cant understand Gods mind, and you shouldnt, because you're not God. Its like pouring the oceans into a cup, thats the difference between your mind and Gods and even infinitly more. Is it smart to put your whole eternity at stake for one verse you have no explanation for?
@@Batmonarch Dario, you seem very upset. Why are you so angry?
@@Batmonarch Why are you quoting Jesus and you clearly are a very angry person who acts the opposite of how Jesus commanded.
Nel giorno più azzeccato, il discorso che più mi è utile.
Grazie CAPITANO.
Sono con te amico
Auguri Matteo!!!
Luigi è grande
Ho pensato anch’io la stessa cosa
La pasticca migliore e ‘ la ……… 🤫
Such an intelligent and well-spoken guy for a footballer. Should be a motivational speaker.
Il portiere più forte della storia del calcio mondiale.
Mudian ma non la alza nemmeno se si taglia lo scroto
Concordo
.. è Iker Casillas.
Non solo il non la alza ma anche il "miglior portiere" non c'entra popo popo na mazza in sto video
Un commento di sotto: "one of the greatest sportsman ever, now he maturated to something much greater". Ecco cosa c'entra ao
Gigi is a great person - we love you GIGI!!!
Hes eyes are beautiful
You would never hear an English player speak like that. Imagine Jessie Lingard talk about art and human emotions
I want a petition for this
That’s why Italians build beautiful things. The art of expression. The food, the music the cars
Generally speaking in the northern cultures men are expected to show themselves always strong and they are ashamed to show their feelings and "female" side. In the mediterranean cultures men are allowed to open up to the external world more easily. Anyway as Italian I can say you that in this case Buffon has impressed me too with his honesty.
@@marlon1089 I'm Mediterranean too, but I live in England. I think many mental health problems here in the North are that instead of alleviating emotional pressure by speaking to friends and family (as Buffon says he does), northerners stay quiet and isolated, and use alcohol to get a short term "help" that ends up causing more problems it solved.
What a humble guy! Depression is a human epidemic that, thankfully, isn't regarded as taboo to discuss. I battled with it for years and it's encouraging that people who are at the top of their game also struggle with this debilitating condition
This interview is pure "ART"
My favorite sportman is you Gigi and Rafael Nadal.
No one else can express so much will in their sports.
"If you always seek external solutions for your internal problems, you will never be able to really solve them".
-Gigi Buffon
Thankyou Gigi.
A Real Man is not afraid to show weakness even tear time to time.👑❤
He should create podcasts , he will help people more than he could imagine , that was a pure soul talk
#1 indeed
One of the best goalkeepers of all time.....complete as a player and as a person...sensible, kind hearted and down to earth...
I've always been a fan of GiGi since I started supporting Milan/Serie A. All i knew about him that he's a lovable person on and off the field. What a legend.
This is the most organic and practical video about mental health anyone has ver talked about. And it happened to be coming out of the mouth of the greatest goalkeeper of my generation
He will forever be my favorite club captain and goalkeeper. Such a leader and a beast in the field.
sei troppo grande buffon, ti amo gigi
sei una grandisimma persona i un grandisimmo giocatore, gigi. grazie per parlare di tutto questio
Profound words from a legend. Depression seems to manifest differently in some but so similar too. He is right that it is something that can and should be talked about, nothing to hide or be ashamed of. Find those “tools” as he put it, that do help. I’ve suffered for years with it and my heart goes out to anyone else going through it and those around us that it can effect too.
Nicest guy in football
Letterly melt my heart, so much humanity for a world cup champion
Words fail to describe how powerful this is. Thank you Buffon.
Legend. His words are golden. He is not only a GREAT sportmen but a GREAT intellect.
A briliant footballer with a beautiful soul
Damn Gigi, made a army vet man cry. Needed to hear this. Much love from California
Speaking of crying I will never forget his tears due to not being able to fulfill his dream of playing his sixth WC 🥺😢💔
Wow, Gigi, you amazed me. I have been your fan throughout my life. I never thought a massively accomplished person like you go through depression. I applaud you for opening up and sharing your internal struggle with brilliant narration. Simply put, my respect for you has gone through the roof.
Not only the best keeper ever to have played the game, mind you, by a long way!!! He is a magnificent human being
Grazie Signore. Your sincerity, generosity and sensitivity are an example. And so is your career.
Praying for this men that he gets saved and finds real peace.
Really a down to earth person with a humble heart.. how precious is that !
god bless him :)
For me the greatest of all time without any question of a doubt.. A pure monster in goal
Every word of Gigi makes sense. This should be a must-watch video for college students, athletes, and literally everyone.
Thank you Gigi! I didn't know you suffered from depression. I too suffer from depression. You and Juventus have given me joy and comfort because I know you and Juve never let me down! God bless you Gigi!
That’s why you are a LEGEND
Gigi is such a gentle soul and a very intelligent and deep man. I’m so glad he was able to escape the entrapment of depression on his own merits and without the aid of pharmaceuticals. You are the greatest goalkeeper I’ve ever seen, and a far better human being. Keep fighting day by day and may God bless you amico!
Por algo es un grande. En el futbol y en la vida. Grande campione!!
I like how he's able to express himself so elegantly, just wow
This goes far beyond soccer, goalkeeping o being a champion: it is just the simplicity and complexity of being a normal human been. Thanks Gigi!
He is just brilliant in every way , few athletes leave their Mark beside just the sport that they play in, and he is definitely one
Love this man's honesty. Depression is a terrible illness and can be debilitating for most. The fact that he went on to be one of the best goalkeepers ever, in a pressure cooker environment, says everything about the man.
Very impressed! A big man doing the right descisions. Makes me proud of this fighter ♡
it's like listening to motivational speech. i'm also impressed by how he managed to overturn the depression in his life
This is my number one person, on terms of soccer.
A real legend!
Please write a book you’re such an inspiration thank you 🙏
There is one! Check out "number one" by Gigi. His autobiography! Wonderful story
Buffon should have his own statue in Torino. Period.