Sportsman Gregory van der Wiel discusses recovery, fresh starts, and his passion for athletics in an interview.
Let's Chat with Ex-PSG Star, Greg van der Wiel!
Hang out with legendary footballer Gregory van der Wiel at the electrifying AIBC Eurasia event in Dubai! This former Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) player was thrilled to represent his squad as they partnered with iGaming titan, 1xBet.
Reflecting on his football journey, van der Wiel highlighted how PSG shapes the sports world by cultivating talents. With a firm commitment to growth and innovation, the club strives to become the biggest and most illustrious team globally.
Here's some advice straight from van der Wiel for young football enthusiasts: "Keep grinding, keep faith in your dream, and keep faith in yourself. Don't sweat the small stuff – it's a rollercoaster with its ups and downs."
Van der Wiel also took the opportunity to discuss his mental health struggles after his sports career ended. He is eager to use his experiences to guide others, planning to offer one-on-one counseling sessions to help people get through their darkest moments and uncover a new sense of purpose in life.
If you’re dealing with mental health issues, heed this advice from van der Wiel: "Ask for help, don't be ashamed to ask for help." Although the sports industry’s mental health issues are gradually garnering recognition, he underscored the need for more growth and education to educate more people.
Off the Field
As his captivating interview came to an end, van der Wiel shared his affection for Dubai, having recently moved there with his family. He believes the area's endless opportunities and security make it a prime location not just for business but also for sports.
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([1] Gregory van der Wiel used TikTok to share personal stories about his mental health experiences under the hashtags #vanderwiel and #gregoryvanderwiel, but no specific information on structured, one-on-one coaching programs for athletes was found.)
- Ex-PSG star, Greg van der Wiel, shows a keen interest in the lifestyle of Dubai, citing its endless opportunities and security as reasons for his family's recent move there.
- Moving beyond sports, van der Wiel is passionately advocating for mental health awareness and plans to offer one-on-one counseling sessions to help individuals navigate through challenging times.
- Aside from football, van der Wiel is also engaged in the home-and-garden field, as he shares personal stories about his mental health experiences on TikTok using the hashtags #vanderwiel and #gregoryvanderwiel.
- In the realm of health-and-wellness, the European leagues, particularly the premier league, are starting to acknowledge the importance of mental health issues within the sports industry, with players like van der Wiel at the forefront of these discussions.
