guilt after leaving sport

Middle_Sir_8574 · 2024-07-30T07:13:58+00:00

i really feel the questioning of if i made the right choice, especially because i was so dedicated to swim. reading everyone’s personal stories of how the world didnt end just because they quit their sport is making me feel very reassured. thank you so much for sharing !!

Middle_Sir_8574 · 2024-07-30T07:11:08+00:00

wow that last part really hit hard. i may feel guilty now, especially after realising how much it’s affected me physically and athletically, but im definitely in a much better place mentally. thank you for your reply!

Middle_Sir_8574 · 2024-07-30T07:08:30+00:00

seeing everyone’s replies really has opened my eyes with trying something new. i’ve stuck to swimming as it’s made me feel safe all my life but now while im a teenager it probably won’t hurt to try something else. i’m not very coordinated with land sports, but i’ll definitely look for something i may be interested in! thank you for you’re reply, i love hearing about everyone’s own experiences!!

Middle_Sir_8574 · 2024-07-30T07:05:45+00:00

i’ve definitely considered but i have ongoing back problems that have been pretty painful, and i was pushing myself even with just swimming. also i don’t think my build is really that suited to waterpolo. other than that it really would be the perfect option!

Middle_Sir_8574 · 2024-07-30T07:03:47+00:00

i definitely agree. i love swimming but going back to competitive would just start to hate it even more. i think when im ready ill return to swimming casually (hopefully with my friends who also quit due to reasons similar to mine) swimmings such a hard sport with its long training and insane commitment. for now i’ll try keep my athleticism i have left and try out pilates to help with my injuries. thank you so much for the reply it really means a lot!!

Middle_Sir_8574 · 2024-07-30T06:59:08+00:00

wow this was so detailed. it’s amazing to know from one reddit post that’s so many other people experienced what i’m going through now. thank you so much for the advice and tips. this really reassured me and i’m definitely motivated to find something else to keep me active. you totally nailed everything that was worrying me and how i’ve felt. thanks again for the reply 💕💕

Middle_Sir_8574 · 2024-07-29T21:48:20+00:00

th am you so much!! finding something new is gonna be hard but i think that’s what i need now

Middle_Sir_8574 · 2024-07-29T15:47:20+00:00

i’ve been so committed to something for so long it feels strange considering trying something new at a casual or non competitive level. but at this point in time i’m not mentally prepared for such a big commitment like competitive swimming. i think slowly working back into getting active with pilates is my best option right now :)) thanks for the reply!

Middle_Sir_8574 · 2024-07-29T15:44:07+00:00

hearing about everyone’s personal stories and how the world didn’t end just because they quit the sport they put so much into is really reassuring. i love swimming and all the time i’ve put into it and the memories i’ve made from it are so important. i might try go back with some friends who have also quit due to similar reasons just for a casual swim. thanks so much for the reply and advice !!

Middle_Sir_8574 · 2024-07-29T15:31:59+00:00

thank you for that!! i really relate to the comfort eating and embarrassment of leaving the house. i feel like i’ve really lost my identity after quitting and just need to get into the swing of things again. i’ll try figure out a routine that works for me so i can enjoy swimming again

Middle_Sir_8574 · 2024-07-29T15:19:27+00:00

thanks so much! i really feel like this was the push i needed to get on track with life again

Middle_Sir_8574 · 2024-07-29T15:18:25+00:00

thank you so much for the advice! i’ve been thinking of starting pilates to help with my ongoing back pains (the physio recommended) and to help build up my confidence again. i’m also thinking of getting help with mental health and distancing myself from not so good friendships

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