This book summarises his journey from depression to wellness in a frank and meaningful way. Depression and anxiety affects us all differently, but you can find your own way to a better place. All blacks dont cry is john kirwans story of hope, of working through the pain and living a full life aaa a poignant, inspirational and helpful example for anybody. A fundamental difference between the author and me. Sir john kirwan mbe obe knzm is often best known for his international career in rugby as one of the highest try scorers in rugby union history. Resource health l2 assessment resource te kete ipurangi. Anxiety and depression are really common in new zealand. I stumbled across this video yesterday, about john kirwan and his personal experience with depression. Oct 25, 2010 all blacks dont cryis john kirwans story of hope, of working through the pain and living a full life. If you or anyone you know has been affected by depression please pass. As an all black it had a significant impact on his international sporting career, until he learnt to come to terms with the illness and begin his journey to wellness.
For him, john kirwan s story was a source of inspiration. All blacks dont cry is john kirwans story of hope, of working through the pain and living a full life a poignant, inspirational and helpful. Margie thomson john kirwan was one of the most devastating wingers new zealand, and world, rugby had ever seen. It also teaches and guides you through the use of a range of techniques for helping to overcome depression, many of which are closely linked to cbt approaches. This book does an amazing job of fighting the stereotypes of depression and mental illness. Sir john kirwan is a sporting legend in nz but i think that his legacy will be based on this book and what he has and is doing to promote mental health. Youve seen my journey through depression and now youll be able to see how others have got through it. Afflicted with depression for many years including those as a highprofile sportsman kirwan was able to survive by reaching out, seeking help from those closest to him. Nz john kirwan sharon schurman, a retired clinical counselor and the author of the book states that she has assisted hundreds of patients utilizing the methods in the guide. Charting john kirwan s personal experiences as a father, and featuring the real voices of young people today, stand by me investigates issues around teenage mental health, with a focus on depression.
Dai henwood reflects on 25 years of warriors fandom. A few weeks ago i heard an interview with the head of dementia nz and she said they were looking for a celeb who has a family member affected by dementia to be the spokesperson, to kind of do what john kirwan did for depression, but everyone they approached declined and felt it was too private. Its easy to use and all you need is access to a computer or mobile device. Nov 28, 2014 zealand and many people suffer some form of depression at some stage during their lives. Aptly subtitled, a story of hope, this is the account of all black john kirwans experience of depression. Jan 01, 2010 sir john kirwan is a sporting legend in nz but i think that his legacy will be based on this book and what he has and is doing to promote mental health. Sir john kirwan, one of the most devastating wingers that world rugby has. Oct 25, 2010 all blacks dont cry is john kirwan s story of hope, of working through the pain and living a full life a poignant, inspirational and helpful example for anybody battling depression. He has written about his depression in the books all blacks don t cry and stand by me. Mar 08, 2019 this book is an excellent read and i hugely admire john kirwan for bearing his soul with such openness and honesty. Depression made a better parent coping with stress should be on the.
At my worst moments, i lost all sense of hope for the future. A team of experts guide you through lifestyle and problem solving skills and help you stay positive. Helping your teen through tough times trade paperback paperback. John kirwan recounts when he first discovered he had depression. Books on prescription product categories depression. John kirwan has done a fantastic ad campaign for depression in new zealand, and i am sure his upcoming book will help a lot of people, but this film shows you a new approach to his story and in many ways takes you deeper than what you might have known. John key in the late 1980s, new zealand all black john kirwan is. Charting john kirwan s experiences as a father, and incorporating voices of young people today, stand by me examines issues around teenage mental health, with a focus on depression and anxiety. Regular exercise and meditation to relax were not only important elements of bens recovery, but also continue to be integral to his continued wellbeing. He is also a dad to teenagers, and he admits that scares him. A prominent and revered figure at the dawn of the professional age of rugby, he seemed to live a charmed life.
It is intended as a useful guide for parents, caregivers and teachers anyone concerned about the wellbeing of young people in their care. Johnny green of the orphan brigade the journal of a confederate soldier by green, john williams. In all blacks dont cry, john kirwan promotes the little things which together make a big difference to ones quality of life. School news nz term 4 2014 by multimedia aunz issuu. A prominent and revered figure at the dawn of the professional age of rugby, he seemed to live a. Rethinking depression john kirwan health navigator nz. All blacks dont cry by john kirwan penguin books new. All blacks dont cry, john kirwan shop online for books in. In his book all blacks dont cry he talks about his struggles with depression and the difficulties he faced mentally because he felt he couldnt be open because all.
Kirwan was able to survive by reaching out, seeking help from those closest to him. All blacks dont cry, john kirwan shop online for books. Stand by me by john kirwan meet your next favorite book. Sheridan, a world recordsetting discus hurler, was cut down just short of his thirtieth birthday by the last great pandemic a. All blacks dont cry by john kirwan by jack mcrogers prezi. Sir john kirwan speaks about why he wrote the book stand by me, he charts his personal experiences as a father, incorporating voices of young people today he examines issues around teenage mental. In all blacks dont cry, john kirwan remembers the the walk he. Keeping a diary to track his mood and progress aided bens recovery, and reading sir john kirwan s all blacks dont cry helped him lose his fear of depression. On stepping down from the international rugby spotlight, jk began talking openly about his battles with depression, bringing the then stigma of mental.
Sir john james patrick kirwan knzm mbe born 16 december 1964 is a new zealand rugby union coach and former player of both rugby union and rugby league he scored. One of the things with depression is that, while youre caught up in this moment of feeling like crap, you feel like youre the only person in the world with these issues. An exclusive extract from stand by me by sir john kirwan, with elliot bell, kirsty loudenbell and margie thomson. Their stories will give you great courage and hope. When i caught up with him during mental health week, he appeared sad but motivated. In all blacks dont cry, john kirwan remembers the the walk he went through battling severe depression and also gives tips of getting through he proves you dont have to be a soft person, as many think, to suffer from depression. The input from his family and friends was helpful and interesting too. In 2016 he had his dna heritage investigated for a. The simplicity is in the way he looks at it, for example your knee is a bit dodgy then see a doctor and maybe a physio, why wouldnt you do the same for your brain. File campaigner mike king took a stand this week about how the country. What was less known is that during his remarkable rugby career he was silently battling depression. Sir john kirwan, former all blacks rugby player is an ambassador for helping support young new zealanders by helping them to understand and improve their mental health after battling with depression and mental health issues behind closed doors. Jk, alongside mental health experts, will take you through a series of online lessons to cover everything you need to know.
Nobody knew, though, that behind closed doors jk was living a life of tormented fear. Kirwans battle was not only on the rugby field but off it too. Fifteen years ago, the decision to speak publicly about his mental health was. All blacks dont cryis john kirwans story of hope, of working through the pain and living a full life. Let jk coach you through a series of modules to learn the skills to manage depression and anxiety. One of the most famous figures interred there is mayo legend and olympic gold medalist martin sheridan. Dezember 1964 in auckland ist ein ehemaliger neuseelandischer rugbyunionspieler. In the book, john kirwan describes his life with depression and massive anxiety attacks, even at the height of his rugby playing career. He teaches us about depression, what an awful battle this illness is for so many and what a lonely journey it can be, even when surrounded by a loving family and good friends. You can learn what is happening to you and how you can get help for anxiety or depression. Sir john kirwan, one of the most devastating wingers that world rugby has ever seen, was an all black from 1984 to 1994. In his adopted home town in northern italy, sir john kirwan takes us through his strategies for living with depression. Booktopia has all blacks dont cry, a story of hope by john kirwan.
John kirwan was one of the most devastating wingers new zealand, and world, rugby had ever seen. All blacks dont cry book christchurch city libraries. Maxwell is a modest hardcover e book that packs a fantastic wallop in its 6. All blacks dont cry by john kirwan penguin books new zealand. For kiwi rugby icon and mentemia cofounder sir john kirwan, 25 years ago was his low point.
Posts about john kirwan depression written by johnhaines. He is actively involved with mental health campaigns in his homeland. The journal is a free, personalised online programme. Anyway, this dramatised film is just a snapshot and i encourage you all to watch it. But nobody knew, though, that behind closed doors jk was living a life of torment.
Sep 24, 2014 charting john kirwans experiences as a father, and incorporating voices of young people today, stand by me examines issues around teenage mental health, with a focus on depression and anxiety. A story of hope trade paperback paperback stand by me. Make now count by john c maxwell make right now depend by john c. He believes that the tough rugby culture and drive required to be a top sportsman prevented him from seeking help earlier and provides information about how to detect and live with depression. All blacks dont cry is john kirwans story of hope, of working through the pain and living a full life a poignant, inspirational and helpful example for anybody battling depression. All blacks dont cry, a story of hope by john kirwan. Hes written a book of the same title, which my mum owns shall have to snag it off her to read during the summer. Sir john kirwan will speak about his book at hamilton boys high school on thursday october 9, 7. All blacks dont cry is john kirwans story of hope, of working through the pain and living a full life.
If i had grown up learning at school what good mental health looked like, and that it was ok to talk about the feelings i had, i wouldnt have beaten myself up so much and my personal journey to wellness wouldnt have been as lonely or as hard. All blacks dont cry is john kirwan s story of hope, of working through the pain and living a full life. John kirwan shared his journey with anxiety and depression in his best selling book all blacks dont cry. Charting john kirwans experiences as a father, and incorporating voices of young people today, stand by me examines issues around teenage mental health, with a focus on depression and anxiety.
This personal account of depression is written in john kirwans simple, sincere style and describes his personal battle with and life after the battle. This new zealand website fronted by former all black john kirwan, provides information about depression. John kirwan on recognising depression john kirwan recounts when he first discovered he had depression. Nov 07, 2018 new ways of handling the pandemic as the face of depression in new zealand, kirwans books all blacks dont cry and stand by me as well as his website, have been instrumental in getting more people both in new zealand and globally to ask for help. Also it seemed that jk had finally got back on his feet after overcoming depression. He went on to coach of the italian and japanese national rugby teams, as well as the aucklandbased super rugby franchise the blues. Simon bruty getty images buzzfeed the former all blacks player wrote about depression in his book stand by me.
The authors true, exciting and serendipitous journey through the wilds of papua new guinea, the himalayas, around the planet and into the heart of life guaranteed to change the way you see the world. John kirwan is a former all black and best selling author. He came across as a healthy, high performer at the peak of his career. May 30, 2020 the book begins with a foreword by a wellknown new zealand rugby player from the 80s and 90s john kirwan who admits that until he became aware of their particular situation he thought most farmers had an idyllic life, living in their beautiful landscapes away from the stresses of city living. Sir john james patrick kirwan knzm mbe born 16 december 1964 is a new zealand rugby. It is a poignant, inspirational and helpful example for anybody. It is a poignant, inspirational and helpful example for anybody battling depression. John kirwan doesnt preach, but uses his journey to give helpful advice and insights. Depression made me a better person and a better parent. In this book, john kirwan has teamed up with clinical psychologists elliot bell and kirsty loudenbell to reinforce the message that mental illness is a disease that needs sympathetic love and help from family and friends and that recovery is possible. While this is a very useful guide to dealing with a depressed teen it does get a bit repetitive i d say it was useful rather than an engaging read. But then, you read a book, you talk to someone, and its a lot better. Ex all black john kirwan joins megan banks on the good living show to discuss his new book all blacks dont cry. John kirwan s change situation of clinical depression a protective personal factor is that john is a successful sportsperson, who is motivated to achieve the range of goals that he has set for himself and get over any hurdles he may face such as this situation of an unexpected illness diagnosis and the anxiety attacks that are affecting him.
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