Drew Robinson, Former MLB Player, Attempted to Take Life W/ a Gun Shot & Shares Story | The Pivot

[@quixoticallyQ]

I love the way Fred constantly spoke life into this man!!

[@melindaostergren8115]

Absolutely. Fred is so kind, empathetic and direct in his support.

[@miriamvandenheuvel556]

WHAT A POWERFUL HOUR!! I lost my 28yr old brother to suicide and I so appreciate Drew sharing his story! He has a really powerful message and KUDOS to the Pivot for sharing this with us. Love, love LOVE this podcast!!! Awesome job guys!!! Much love from Canada ❤❤❤

[@melindaostergren8115]

I’m so sorry for your loss.

[@erniebyrd1244]

This definitely hits home for me because I truly felt this way a year ago but it’s getting better. My mental health issues comes in waves. Thanks RC, Fred, Chan for this life changing pivotal show

[@BodaciousBubbles]

it comes and goes for everyone! just remember that the chances of you even being born were slim to none. you’re meant to be here! the world’s a better place with you in it 🙏

[@instantlyjaila6424]

Continue to pray 🙏 and hang in there. Just believe God has you if you let him.

[@jodijones5093]

I love you and you matter! God made you to hold the place you hold in this world and that matters to each of us!

[@CloudTops]

DONT KNOW YA ERNIE BUT I LOVE YA. WERE ALL IN THIS SHIT TOGETHER

[@TheChamp1_1]

Same brother. But Keep putting in that daily work. One day at a time.

[@taylorbennett5606]

as a suicide survivor this one was tough. asking for help is and still is tough make sure you reach out to people

[@QBook13]

Keep striving i believe in you

[@jdx1299]

🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@AB-vb4sv]

Hope nothing but the best for you my man.

[@emh8861]

When your suicidal you’re thoughts tell you nothing will help. That’s why distractions help .

[@dwainthomas8296]

This story is very powerful! The pivot guys are at again. They have a lot of great stories. Drew Robinson is a gift from God. He is walking in God's grace. Drew, keep speaking word for all people.

[@jenbee4646]

The mind is a beautiful thing but can be quite vicious. This episode put a true reality in this thing called life…especially during these times. Bravo gentlemen.

[@lisawellswells7165]

Keeping us all in merciful prayers 🙏🏾❤️ I’m so happy he is here to share his story and help someone else contemplating suicide. I’m praying for us all know that!

[@_forevergrateful1]

The interview hadn’t even started & I was already in tears. The respect & love that you guys so freely give combined with the spirit this man carries to receive is overwhelmingly beautiful. Thank God for all of you involved.

[@cpeezy02]

Nothing short of an amazing story. Pray for this young man

[@humbletrucker853]

Thanks for making Drew feel beautiful and special

[@kipsta674]

Thank you Thank you 🙏🏿 I appreciate you guys for this. I dealt with MI (Mental Illness) for 20 years untreated as a foreign student/ athlete having no family members was a struggle thankfully my wife saw it once she was in the picture but for 20 years it was hell on earth. The help came in once I could share why I was angry and channel it to why and how I could deal with issues. Seeking professional help was no longer a daunting task. Now I have a better way of addressing it and taking more on how I feel.

[@chavelaarmstrong]

People don’t understand that when the only option for s suicide, nothing matters what anyone says or can do to help. As a suicide survivor, I know exactly how he feels.. Will continue to pray for him and his family. ♥️

[@BodaciousBubbles]

Thank you for still being here today to share your story! Wishing you all the best 🙏

[@chavelaarmstrong]

@@BodaciousBubbles you’re welcome. I learn to speak about my experience rather than keep it hidden. Praying that my story v an touch someone to seek help. ♥️♥️

[@sheilasmith3123]

Stay blessed

[@GoogleAccount00]

What would you tell someone who is thinking about suicide as a survivor and making it through?

[@ribhkahperkins8111]

WOW what an incredible interview. I love how in depth they got with this young man. They asked the perfect questions. The part about his dad being in his garage at one point was very emotional to me.

[@armofgod3749]

Gentlemen, Gentlemen, Gentlemen... What an excellent job with the interview! (With exception to that one hiccup), all your questions and comments were all thoughtful and tactful! You guys cultivated an environment where your interviewee showed a high comfort level, where he was free to share his thoughts and feelings. The information he shared is so needed by parents, teachers and counselors (I'm a volunteer Catechists for high school and grade school students). His story is such a sobering news as a parent and a teacher--it's scary to think that it can happen to anyone (to the best of us). Even with a loving and supporting family, friends and a Pro-level career, it's scary to think that it can happen to him too?!!!. It's truly sobering--I'm still thinking about it. Thanks for this episode. God Bless you all!

[@Mcflynerdyguy]

I made an attempt in 2005. Drew’s story hit every fiber of my soul. Thank you for sharing

[@tommclain8893]

I’m happy he was able to fight through. He definitely has helped many. I lost my dad to this disease. Good choice PIVOT

[@jdx1299]

I’m sorry for your loss🙏🏾

[@conniecon7910]

I read this story randomly one day and was so excited to listen to this episode. Watched it twice. So good guys. So thankful for you and your story Drew!

[@leekyoverhere]

24:37 100% we do have that control and that choice! Very important insight to remember. We are all our own shot callers to a certain extent. Powerful! Love to the Pivot man yall are incredible

[@emh8861]

Your mind is your servant not your master.

[@isuperman1113n]

Thank you from the bottom of my heart to everyone at the Pivot involved in making this. Other shows might have avoided having this conversation. They might have wanted to keep it light. But it needs to be had and it’s heart warming to see it happen.

[@d1inonly]

57:40 - Chan 😂🤣😂 Chan will NEVER you down!! He's always good for a wild moment 🤣😂🤣

[@Noelle55520]

Leave it to Chan 😆😆😆😆

[@d1inonly]

@@Noelle55520 🤣🤣🤣

[@emh8861]

The more you love your family the more you don’t want them to know you’re suffering because you know they’ll suffer knowing that.

[@junesbaymac3878]

Thank you for this!! I lost my brother to suicide. This interview was healing. I’m so glad he is sharing his story. It is so important!

[@sergiomendoza6302]

One of my favorite episodes to date! As a man and someone that has lost loved ones to suicide, these things need to be talked about more. May God continue to bless Drew and you guys at the Pivot in order to continue to may an impact on the lives of others. Great work fellas 💯✊🏼💙

[@JT-fv6ih]

The production camera angle staying on his blind side was genius. It really show how his eye his permanently closed. And the image(perception)

[@broderickbates403]

The way they handle these interviews like this makes them so great at wht they do salute

[@JBM1223]

I love that they provided him a safe place. I’m a clinical social worker and while I fully agree with Fred that people are more inclined to listen to Drew as an athlete, I also feel passionately that there is a place for a therapist/counselor on the sidelines/in the dugout/etc. My dream job right now is to be a therapist for professional athletes. While my athletic career ended in after high school, it took time to get to where I’m at now. This episode was powerful. The word I kept hearing was hopeless

[@dai787]

There is always a light, If only were brave enough to see it, If only were brave enough to be it!

[@cindyb5437]

What a powerful interview Blessed young man to have survived such a long time alone bleeding and To live to talk about it; admitting to the things that led to it WOW. Too many of us suffer from mental health and may your story teach others to be vulnerable and seek help...like RCs shirt says..we're NEVER ALONE... Stay strong...waking up to another day is a blessing 🙏

[@jersey3160]

Love the episode. It was much needed for a lot of people to listen to including me! It's tough times right now and a lot of people are going through a lot. I'm glad The Pivot continues to bring up mental health on their platform. On a lighter note, love me some RC but he completely jacked up the Mike Piazza story. Piazza joined the Mets 6 years into his MLB career. He started and was drafted by the Dodgers.

[@tommygreer8915]

Thanks Kings for this episode as a person that lives everyday with depression,anxiety needs to hear some positivity within this subject. God Bless

[@neldamayfield3037]

This was so powerful…so glad he’s still here…y’all don’t forget to check on Michael Beasley…that interview still haunts me..

[@GoogleAccount00]

Same, I watched the MB interview yesterday

[@JT-fv6ih]

Michael been hooping

[@soulwarrior9919]

The three of you are literally doing divine work. I don't post, rather comment yet for a year or so you men have made an impact on others far beyond your playing days. 🙏.

[@Tacconi757]

Just from reading the title I know this is gonna be emotional. I’ve considered it in the past and I can’t say I won’t in the future, I comment this knowing I have family and friends that love this show as well. We all need help at times. Thanks for this 🙏🏻

[@marycarr7038]

🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@mikehinson5935]

You guys are the real deal. I been so close to this too. Thank you fellas and thank you Drew

[@ChillyWilly_819]

🙏❤️ i remember when they did a story on him on ESPN E:60 used to slap i miss those days 💯

[@ayandasigxashe7198]

Pivot team this one deserves SALUTE❤️🧨! Mental health is all over 🥺😢

[@chadpenner5059]

This hit home for me...I attempted suicide about 14 years ago...but at the very last moment I 'chickened' out......I hope other ppl will actually SEEK help unlike me because I was sooo shamed and embarrassed to even attempt suicide...bless drew !!!@ keep rocking brother

[@GoogleAccount00]

How has your life improved in a way that you didn’t expect over the last 14 years?

[@ElaineJohnson-mq4ft]

I love the stories The Pivot brings to us, stories we may not have heard but are equally important and impactful for the world. I can't say it enough how proud of the three guys I am. Great job guys, great guys! Love the podcast.

[@kyleharris7729]

My mind is flooded with suicide every single day and it’s so hard to not want to do it. Thanks for this Pivot and Drew.

[@KennethReeves-tb2rr]

The Pivot keep making me more of a fan of there's.They keep having these great stories.👍

[@terrabrown2188]

Another great interview, that everyone needs to take the time to listen too. If nothing else, it will make you stop and look at things differently. Great job guys!! I enjoy every single episode!

[@lillinsey100]

this was an incredibly powerful episode!! thank you for having him on to share his story ❤

[@MikeRobNxtBestArtist]

This one was needed in a major way. Salute

[@dealiceflowers5027]

Another great interview !!! But also the opportunity to help someone who may need it…Great job guys❤️

[@carloscastaneda3299]

Such a powerful story. The pivot does it again. Thank you RC, Channing and Freddy T. Amazing story by drew. Stay blessed.

[@c.head1st]

This was amazing, The pivot is real authentic and makes me feel inspired to continue to make a change in the world. Thank you guys for continuing the great work...

[@mitchellbrock3463]

This young man is a walking miracle.

[@mitchelllambert3187]

I’m a DIE HARD Red Sox fan and can’t stand Michigan but this episode was 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥!!! Ya’ll are absolutely amazing at this and all my love and best Drew! You are an inspiration and I am in awe of your courage to fight back!

[@MikeRobNxtBestArtist]

The first guest they never asked what's the biggest Pivot!!!! What's understood Dont have to be explained

[@JoseSilva-fc8tz]

I really loved this episode! We're all going through something and we have to realize we need to talk to someone about. We only get one life!

[@nibs5208]

Thank you. This is the most needed episode yet

[@harleylover4968]

My ex was successful in his first attempt, and his loss has devastated my daughter for the last 5 years. He's missed by all who loved him.

[@TheChamp1_1]

Needed this episode. Appreciate what y’all do fellas and Thank you Drew🙏🏾

[@HTTR1984]

November is Mens Mental Awareness Month. Fellas...you are not NOT a man if you ask for help. In fact, you ARE a man if you do. Forget the ego ish...be vulnerable and ask for help or talk to someone. There is no shame whatsoever. In fact, if you are watching the Pivot, these are Black men who cry publicly. I am not Black, but many of my friends are and how often do you all hear Black men, or even in general any man, hate on another man for crying and saying it's weak. Nah, those fools who say that are the ones who are weak. You owe nothing to anyone but yourself. It can be lonely, and I know that because I've been facing that for 30+ years, but believe there's light at the end if you allow there to be. If you make a mistake, it's alright....that doesn't mean you failed, that just means you are human and you can learn and move forward.

[@jare63]

Channing is trying to find an external reason for the suicide attempts or the depression but often is brain chemistry or body chemistry and all the great things in your life are not going to change that

[@GOD999MODE]

Certain thoughts that weigh heavily on you for years and years also cause that change in brain chemistry. Too many people think that neurotransmitters (equilibrium) being out of whack is the cause, but your mind changes it if you don't stay present and allow certain parasitic astral forms take ahold of you. It's a complex issue at its core and some of it can be caused by unresolved ancestral energies.

[@travishayward126]

Great show guys .there is a lot of people that need this story and advice keep living it up drew

[@adrianne7184]

This was absolutely phenomenal and thought provoking. I commend you guys on the great dialogue.

[@marietoussaint2802]

That's GOD Drew that was with you...your a testimony 😢💜🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾...thank you for sharing! Wow JESUS!!!!

[@PattiMcCloud]

This was an incredible episode! So many things that will help others.

[@braylenmyers-fc2gi]

I’ve been watching this and I’ve watched and watched because here lately I’ve been in his shoes. I’ve lost everyone my wife my kids everything.

[@marycarr7038]

🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@talltexan4710]

Channing speaks whatever comes into his mind lol

[@jodijones5093]

The Pivot is SO NECESSARY!! You men are making incredible content that creates ripples in this world! Ripples change lives! God is using your platform to reach the masses. Thank you for working so hard to show the "other" side of life!!! We LOVE you! ❤😊

[@marycarr7038]

I started watching this show because of RC; I stayed because of Freddie T, and between the three, their camaraderie; FreddieT, Channing, and RC…RC, Channing, and Freddie T. ❤ 🥰. Another great episode that will help many.

[@TimothyC.84]

That one thing was avoidance. He didn't want to confront those uncomfortable thoughts, feelings & emotions. I know, I've been there too. I'm glad Drew is alive and well. Praises be to Almighty God.

[@Dandk88]

Thank you Drew for sharing your story

[@PanagiotisAraujo21]

Another special episode, keep the good job guys. Unfortunately mental health is everywhere not only in sports,everywhere in daily life. I want to wish to everyone who suffers from mental health,to stay strong. Btw,cause the todays episode was with one MLB player,kudos to La Dodgers for the way they handle the situation with Andrew Toles.

[@PhillyJawn69]

Drew Robinson I 🫶🏽 you. Thank you RC, Chan and Freddie T for this.

[@brittanylongino4138]

Big ups to the pivot Drew Robinson🙏🏽💕

[@truh_von_tay]

Prime example of do the work and reap the results. His articulation of every thought and completing it is no slight to the healing he has done. I don’t wanna say you can’t tell he was surface level but i believe he was but again has improved.

[@Boudreauxpapi]

Let’s get it fellas 🤞🏽🔥

[@pinglepongle]

9:42 that never occurred to me before, how some of these destructive habits are hard to break because of that one instance where they came in handy and we latch on to those instances to justify why we perpetuate those negative habits

[@kalittabarton6691]

As usual another great episode with the pivot❤

[@zinag.8153]

It was not your time to go yet

[@CBlackJAGSforLife]

This one will be informative!

[@sapphireblu6229]

Another great interview.

[@marshfrazier2677]

So Important! Life is so hard ....we Have to do the work on yourself.

[@392slimatl]

I never felt this way but man this is crazy

[@hungerbreedssuccess]

Can’t wait to be on here someday god willing

[@msyanie7293]

This was an incredible episode

[@tldarden5895]

Awesome session!

[@ElaineJohnson-mq4ft]

Love that Bison HU shirt! "HU - You Know"

[@ivanpetittjr7558]

Another powerful show 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@Neceyjenae]

My flesh wants to speak out and say that this man had everything anyone could ever dream of.. but because i possess the holy spirit. My heart breaks for him , I pray peace over his mind and soul . I pray that he gets to experience the full love of Jesus Christ! People can have everything in the world .. but if you don't have Jesus . You will never be full or satisfied, his Love is the only thing that can fill that void .. stay strong Drew

[@wesleygriffin5746]

Such AMAZING show 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@JRod2466]

Amazing and powerful!

[@jayp.1812]

Great interview!!

[@dladylikessports7780]

When GOD says, "NO". ❤

[@Donovan00]

"Why can't we brag about a good therapy session the same way we do a personal best at the gym? That's definitely being sent to my therapist

[@davidgullo]

Love the pivot and I just wanna know how tf my dawgs are not at a milli yet

[@chclnp]

Excellent, a story everyone needs to hear. I know I did.

[@chocolategirl443]

Touching interview.

[@marquisgreer9386]

Nothing in the world can bother you as much as your own mind. I tell you. I’m fact, others seem to be bothering you but it is not others, it is your own mind. -Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

[@christinebryant8354]

Great interview.

[@MikeRobNxtBestArtist]

Love this show

[@albertperez6638]

This hit home

[@JT-fv6ih]

Channing got the HU~U KNOW shirt on

[@emh8861]

I would love to hear Gabor Mate and Drew talk.

[@lashun1901]

(Pivot, Pivoters & Drew Robinson)

[@marykohl9645]

I don’t think anyone can deny that God was the reason you are didn’t die by that first gunshot. I hope Drew gets to know him as more than a higher power. As someone who has gotten sick and struggles with severe anxiety, the Lord showed up and walked me through everything. Makes life so much fuller and joyful. Mental health is not an easy journey- but with God it’s possible to have life. Real life. What a lad on this podcast! I wish him the best.

[@freedomisinurmind2897]

Keep up the great work !! A Fan From 830