Brian Lake on Open Mike (25 Sep 2019)

[@patricksobb]

In tears watching this. Anyone who has suffered from depression can feel like they are looking into a mirror listening to Brian speak.

[@merkx403]

A legendary person. Let's hope his life will be back on track as soon as possible.

[@belia73]

This interview really pulled at the heart strings . Wishing Brian Lake all the best

[@hermitman807]

Thanks Brian!!!... You'll look back one day at your journey and the world will seem peaceful again... Life is a funny place... Soldier on!!!..

[@larryhockley879]

As someone who suffers from mental illness I have nothing but admiration for Brian and for the courage displayed by him in bringing this issue to the fore. I'm fortunate that my wife and children stuck by me and still do to this day. Stick at it Brian, things can and will get better. Admire your courage.

[@danielbotta2207]

Brilliant Brian.. takes strength to do that. I can relate 100% and it is tough. I have given up the drink but that only solves some of the problems. I had to come to terms in forgiving myself and try and move on from the past. End of the day you will always be a father to your kids and they will be so proud of you when you beat this.. that’s what keeps me going. loved ones might move on but in time you realise who really cares for you. There ignorance doesn’t define you

[@357HFC]

Very special. We all need friends like Marty.

[@aidanthomas3666]

What a good interview. Brian was exceptionally brave. I can really relate to him. Bugger all those who leave, hes right going through tough times proves who your friends are. Hes got good people around him now and thats all that matters, those that left can get stuffed.

[@straightouttacompton9033]

Brian From a Bulldogs supporter (in absolute tears) who has always loved and admired your football ability, and been lucky enough to meet you in person. You have turned the corner and this will help, no end. Too see and I know you do deep down, a light at the end of that tunnel. Things will only get better. Stay strong, and know that you are truly loved by so many people, not only as a footballer, but Brian Lake the person. We’re all behind you mate 🙂

[@kalebarancelovic]

Mike is an incredible interviewer. Wish this series was still going. A lot of people would benefit from interviews like this.

[@medullaoblongata9670]

Great interview and gutsy stuff Brian. What you are doing here is an extremely courageous, enormously strong, and ultimately a very therapeutic thing to do. Respect.

[@andrewbaverstock2672]

Gutsy from Brian but the real hero is the guy sitting next to him. If everyone had a friend like him there'd be less suicides and the world would be a better place

[@aidanthomas3666]

Agree

[@mondop5270]

True, but unfortunately ( in answer to both you Andrew and to Steven Phillips comment), the sad truth is that since this interview about 50 people would've taken their own lives... Maybe more in Australia alone. Good on him, need more blokes admitting to needing a hand.

[@mohuuul2524]

He literally tried murdering Drew Petrie

[@stephenh2323]

Keep going Lakey, you're a legend mate!

[@brentmay6437]

Brian you're an inspiration and like Schwatta hope you get the peaceul and harmonious life balance you deserve mate. Mental Health happens to all. Reach out when you're in the dark and your mates will pull you into the light.

[@pocaroo1]

Brian, all the best champion the CS community love you mate, take care

[@jamesbooster]

Marty is a sharp unit. Emotional intelligence, great communicator and a decent accepting human being. He would be a fantastic life coach.

[@shaneh7605]

Well done lakey for being a true man and being honest with yourself and others. Only way is up now. Keep pushing forward

[@abers72]

Thank you Brian for sharing your story so brave and I wish you the best of health.to Marty you are amazing not just a football manager but a friend with a great soul I hope to see you guide and be a great mentor to the next group of future AFL players.

[@julie-annd1522]

If he can remain open and honest as he has during this incredibly impactful interview, Brian Lake is going to have one hell of an auto-biography, I would buy it in a heartbeat.

[@buckleupbuckeroo]

Brian if you read this keep going mate. We love you

[@AaronWitnish]

Powerful mate - this will help a lot of people who are struggling too!

[@alayaescape3455]

True courage, a real man trying to find his way. Starts with truth. Well done mate!

[@GS-jn9qk]

Stay strong Brian. Always remember you have support from family, friends and fans.

[@davidquinlan2121]

Good on him What a legend 💪🏼

[@baddazzgarage2953]

Amazing wife leaves as soon as the money flow stopps! And will 100percent take half or more of what he has! Happened to me ! 4 men every day commit suicide due to loss of kids, house the lott! When are men going to be on the news needing help instead of poor women this poor woman that it makes me sick!

[@kevsmagpies1306]

Agree us men always the blame

[@357HFC]

Long Bow there.

[@patwaddington]

Dead set man. Fuck getting married

[@garrywallah4966]

Agree mate, I've been married 3 times. I'm 51 I've made between 12-14MIL across my career but due to 3 divorces all i'm left with is a 2 bedroom flat in Western Sydney. These bitches didn't work a hard and honest days work in their lives and they've taken me for everything and the kids which I still bloody pay for!!!

[@baddazzgarage2953]

@@garrywallah4966 sorry to hear this Gary but your not alone mate! Yes mine left me when i got sick in hospital for a month when i got out she was gone within a month as i could no longer work! She took our house and her new partner had 2 houses! I ended up in a bedroom at my parents! Im now on disability pension and her and her partner have combined income of 200k per year! Im on 22k pension! No shame actually blamed me and im sure she will tell our boys the same! I understand violence against women needs to stop but us men suffer to in many ways at the hands of women just in different ways! A mans life can get destroyed to! Id rather be punched in the face than loose my home children and money for rest of my life! We all suffer not just women! As you no!! 🤝

[@grantknott]

Good on you Brian. I don’t know you but I always liked something about you. Your personality. Keep getting help mate as long as you need to. Yes, structure and routine is very important. We all need it

[@chrisferguson237]

All the very best wishes to Brian, it is a brave effort. One does need to question the motivations of those who put him in front of television cameras to be interviewed given his current state of mental health.

[@roheetmalhotra1287]

When it comes to mental health, always speak to somebody and get the best treatment to resolve your problems, people need to be happy!

[@baddazzgarage2953]

21.50 that ladies is a broken man! You have taken his kids his mates his money his home THE LOT! They say 1 women's life is taken every week due to violence! Thats 52 men a year out of 15 million of us that are bad! Its terrible but guess what 4 men PER DAY take their lives buy a woman who takes his whole life ! It happened to me i got sick and she left and took the lot! When will society start taking care of us men as every night we hear about poor women ! There is 2 sexes that live on this planet! Women do as much damage as men just in different ways!

[@357HFC]

This man is deeper than that.

[@garrywallah4966]

Well said brother. I might just have to marry a man next!!!

[@jamescrellin8532]

Very brave Brian Lake more men need to be like this

[@johncosta5745]

One of the most difficult interviews I have seen. Hopefully he comes out the other side.

[@wayneowen1827]

We all make mistakes but his played out the public life can’t imagine how hard it is for him hope he gets better good luck

[@ashwilliams7080]

Stay strong brother

[@markferrari8955]

Watching this it struck me that living a life playing a game and being paid millions as a young man and receiving fame and adulation does not prepare these young men for the harsh realities of life. Why don't women sportswomen suffer the same mental issue? I think it may be that they have to still work in the real world and are nowhere more as famous as the young men. They often say they live in a bubble, who says that in the real world. Well done Brian I wish you well

[@lsimmo78]

Female athletes suffer from a number of mental health issues, particularly eating disorders such as bulimia and anorexia. A quick Google search will produce a number of results relating to female athletes who are struggling.

[@tubester4567]

Thanks for posting these, Do you have Scotty Cummins?

[@fredflinstone7239]

Why the hell would they get him to come on when he is clearly struggling. I know he had to agree with the request but still.

[@valiantv2897]

i agree, although this interview will help many people who are struggling, it may be something brian regrets in his lower moments in the future, he shouldnt, but he did mention being embarresed about things hed done over the years and i hope this doesnt become something else to torture himself with. This interview could have been done when he is in better condition, and his story would be no less impactful. good luck brian

[@granthamilton9262]

Marty is a remarkable man.

[@wheelson7895]

Who the fuck would wanna fight Brian lake in a club? If he arcs you and you don’t run away then you deserve what comes next

[@TheVanguard333]

Mother passing away is a massive loss

[@jimbonaddio]

we are all wishing you the best mate----to get over a lady you need another lady

[@pacey.9388]

❤️❤️

[@zisisb.3169]

Brian takes balls to come on and tell us your issues, I hope you can get normality back in your life.

[@darylb6271]

Brian, I can help you mate....only advice I can give you atm..... your strong mate (I’m telling you that ok)...Now second, get better slowly and feel your purpose. Your purpose was not your successful afl career, it’s something else. If your ever in docklands let me know for a coffee. I’ll help you brother...

[@sammypierce6079]

He almost committed murder 😮

[@kirstinetermansen3227]

It's solved

[@markryan5493]

Harry you should have stayed at the dogs.

[@markryan5493]

I wish i could delete the above comment. It was made 1 min into the interview . Great effort Brian.

[@The_Bit_Player]

Welcome to planet Earth.

[@MrDavidHewitt]

The modern day excuse of bad behaviour and choice's...mental health

[@mrgreasy1162]

Ok champ

[@jonburrows9816]

Can't be that bad if he's still tweeting.

[@sentimentalbloke185]

You cannot blame all of your bad behaviour on mental health issues.

[@boysdontcry5487]

I like BL, but this is self pitying excuse making. He got drunk repeatedly, did some really dumb things and made some stupid decisions. He was perfectly fine when he left the game and looked to have a really bright future as a media performer. He threw that all away and retrospectively uses the umbrella of ‘mental health’, the prominent sportsman’s familiar refrain, excuse de rigeur. Most people in mainstream society have problems, drink, make mistakes and get on with it. ‘Self-soothing’ that’s a wank. BL is a really likeable guy and a talented person. But he’s worked himself into a really bad situation. I wish him well.

[@boysdontcry5487]

daniel botta Anyone who saw BL before he went through this self induced crisis knew he was a clever, tough, highly successful and talented person, with a future laid out before him. Cheating on your wife, getting into alcohol and drugs, running off on Asian escapades indicative of a fella running away from his responsibilities, thinking he’s beyond the fray, not experiencing mental health issues. Said he enjoyed it until he got drunk, acted like a dickhead and ended up in a Japanese jail. Blew his media career and other opportunities and now waddling in self pity and depression. It’s very sad, but less high profile people just put their heads down and find the strength to fight back, usually without several million dollars and others making excuses for them. Ask his wife - bet she just thinks he was a selfish cheating prick, not a mental basket case.

[@tiborsol7959]

Very judgemental attitude you have. That’s fair enough if you know him and the full story I suppose. Surely nobody would be so arrogant as to make that judgement if you don’t know theman