Jerry West on considering suicide

[@Daz555Daz]

Jerry....his honesty adds to his legend every day...

[@hmrhuang]

Just goes to show you that even the most successful people in the world experience darkness in their lives. God bless you Mr. West!

[@Lokh66]

hmrhuang agreed

[@jasonjackson5696]

Точно, очень правда ….

[@sawyerrice3244]

We already knew this, but yea

[@kalvinversetheworld]

look at the backgrounds/childhoods of the top performers in almost any domain, especially sports. I can guarantee you it wasn't pretty.

[@jaypeee97]

Anyone can go through dark moments and keep a smile just a reminder to check up on your love ones n make sure they are okay

[@patearly9492]

Jerry West gave the present of one of the most honest conversations ever about suicide. This will undoubtedly help a large number of people. God bless Jerry and everyone

[@bodietyler519]

I met him years and had the opportunity to spend 30 minutes or so speaking with him. One of the most personable and humble humans you could be around. Absolutely a wonderful person.

[@johntatum1951]

God bless Jerry West's family, my heart goes out to them with my prayers...He was a great man in many ways. RIP

[@FancyApe69]

LEGEND! RIP I will forever love hearing him talk

[@craps4851]

Jerry West was before my time. back in the 5th grade I was encouraged to read by my teacher Mr Neal. and I just picked up any book to get started and it happened to be a bio of West. I've been an admirer of his my whole life. great in depth interview graham. good to see you hanging in there jerry

[@NealBones]

Now he just managed to turn the Clippers into title contenders as well 👏

[@AuditoryStorytelling]

I'm constantly wishing I was dead, and I don't tell anyone I know about it. The only reason I don't end my life is because it will really hurt the few people in my life. I wish I could go up to all of them and say that I have saved them from years of sadness, stress, heartache, darkness, blaming themselves, and probably divorce by not doing it... because it's the only thing I'm proud of. I'm just worthless. Thank you Jerry for being brave enough to be real.

[@cjprince3017]

eskimo289 Continue to be strong Whether you know it or not you are loved and God loves you

[@Devin-pw7qw]

eskimo289 get off your high horse kid they probably won't care

[@AuditoryStorytelling]

My high horse? That's usually something you say to someone who's judging others as if they're perfect. So why would you say that? Because I have one thing in my life I'm proud of? I'm sorry if that bothers you. I've seen what suicide does to a family before. It wouldn't be good for my dad at the very least.

[@kevinzhu6417]

eskimo289 ignore cheese pizza man he doesn't know what he's saying, just a random person with probably a poor social life trying to be rude. pepperoni is better anyways don't worry bud

[@caleb6595]

Hey man, Ive been horribly depressed for the last 5 years but just these past few months I think I've really recovered. I know it sounds really cheesy but I just started being thankful for small things every day. I know being thankful for anything is hard to do and see when youre depressed but give it a chance man. If you want someone that will listen feel free to message me.

[@Kidz24]

It's crazy... Dude in this clip was in his late 70s and he thinks about the death of his brother like it happened yesterday which is insane. Shows that things stay with us until we pass away ourselves.

[@franksters08]

Trauma tends to stick around with us for many years, if not, our whole life.

[@BAKER22-l4u]

Insane? WTF? NO!! It shows how GREAT a person he is inside and out...

[@misterc5783]

It’s oddly uplifting to see a man of Jerry’s generation speak so openly about emotional struggles considering he’s from an era that it was not encouraged. Not that I want to generalise in that sense with regards the openness of respective generations.

[@srdjangojkovic2030]

A true gentleman,an intellectual and a definition of an athlete.

[@IAmJaguarPaw.ThisIsMyForest.]

Abraham Lincoln, too, suffered great depression during his life. His pulling himself out of it, again and again, was what gave America - and the world - his greatness. Jerry West's persistence and will to contribute his best to this world is, too, a gift to all of us.

[@willie838]

Damn this is powerful..... The pauses west takes before expanding on his answers...... There are so many hours and so much time spent dwelling in the pain - he really takes pause to capture it all in his answers. Incredible.

[@danielyang6100]

Great interview, thanks for sharing. A true legend being able to share this.

[@bonez320]

You can see the pain in his eyes

[@m74d3]

Graham has more of a sparkle in his eye than anyone I've ever seen. His smile is outrageously warm and friendly and genuine-seeming. It would feel fake to me if most interviewers smiled like that, but it feels totally genuine when Graham does it. He comes across as very empathic, friendly, compassionate.

[@tomdallas3690]

He is a great interviewer. One of the best listeners in the whole world. Never interrupts unnecessarily, and never makes it about him.

[@e5642]

His book meant everything to me in high school. Jerry is a legend in and out of the courts.

[@gmitchell782]

Graham, you are doing an incredible job with these interviews. Keep up the great work just being Graham. Excellent.

[@GrahamBensinger]

Thank you for the kind words! -AD

[@rickguerrero2282]

He seems so humble. Yet he is a giant in the sport of basketball. Godspeed, Mr. West!

[@joelp5093]

What an incredible man.

[@lappdev5071]

My God this was very powerful. Blessings Mr. Jerry West. Thanks for sharing!!

[@ninowaves4061]

Jerry you got a fan for life I appreciate all his words here because I battled the same thing..god bless your soul legend.

[@Slowhand871]

Kudos to Jerry for being open and honest about his struggles. A man who seemingly has had everything golden tells us he is like all of us. Fears , anger, depression and self doubt. I hope those that are feeling this way that hear his story find hope and find help. Your days will get better.

[@kenmorgan6641]

I respect Jerry West so much,great interviewer.

[@TomAustinIII]

What a great personality for a man. Reminds me of my grandfather. An older guy who is willing to say things that make you listen. Jerry West

[@Aboukay80]

Such a touching, powerful and informative interview Graham! Thank you so much... When did this interview take place if i may ask?

[@senorstronk]

2015, he lists that info in the info section of every vid.

[@Aboukay80]

Thanks.. I somehow forgot to check there

[@gonza3064]

Damn, seriously powerful interview Graham! Gonna have to share with my friends and family cuz you need way more subscribers! Thanks for all the content!

[@midshipsport]

The mainstream won't understand Graham's style, unfortunately. People like conflict these days

[@godnotavailable2094]

I think it's always so comforting to hear conventionally "successful" people talk about their struggles with depression. It's a reminder that I should never be jealous of anyone, and a reminder that no matter what material thing I do to "make myself happy", it's not gonna make me happy unless I shift my mindset.

[@verdes25]

This definitely needs more views! U came a long way man much respect.

[@leonanderson2197]

Wonderful man. It helps me a lot people from his generation talking about mental health. It’s confirms to me, It’a real it happens an I need to to keep fighting on!

[@jamesfarrington9030]

Graham, you are the best of the lot today. Continued success.

[@jakubwrona2040]

Graham, you're really a great interviewer.

[@GrahamBensinger]

Thanks Jakub, we appreciate you watching! Make sure you're subscribed to the channel, we've got some great stuff coming up! -AD

[@larrybaker9924]

Has been a part of my life as long as i can remember. He will always be Zeek from cabin creek to me. I love this man. What a role model he is.

[@chrisrobinson2180]

I always like Jerry West because he always was real💯

[@russellmclatchey4162]

Mr. West, you are a champion to me.

[@josephgeorgi9435]

you have great skill Graham! I watch all your interviews. The one with Shaq talking about practice was amazing, keep up the hard work your an inspiration!

[@chrisdavis6784]

Great interview!

[@GrahamBensinger]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it. -AD

[@skbnvacaville]

I’ve never heard anyone ever say that before “Suicide takes courage“; but then my question follows “….Then doesn’t it take MORE courage to go on in the face of such pain?”

[@jerryc5366]

@skbnvacaville Absolutely what I was thinking! With GOD everything is possible! Without GOD - you can lose hope really quick. Suicide takes courage?? Only if you're trying to rationalize it. RIP Jerry. Peace.

[@supwititproductionz3738]

Different kinds of courage. Dying and venturing into that black unknown is its own thing altogether.

[@Nick23at63]

Only people who truly suffer from depression can relate to what Jerry is talking about here. Depression for some people never goes away, so when you get smart-azzes that say "Just get over it, you ain't the only one that has had to deal with misfortune in life," you understand that some people just will never understand. One thing I did not hear in this interview is whether Jerry ever took ssri's and if they helped. They never did anything for me. I guess I need to research his bio.

[@AEOuriel]

what a powerfully insightful person. jerry west is incredible.

[@DMAN590]

People get uncomfortable with describing suicide as "courageous" cause no one wants to be thought of as glamourizing or encouraging it. But the truth is known by anyone who gets near that place in their mind, it takes an immense amount of courage to do it, until it doesn't.

[@taejon4370]

So true man if I had the guts to leave this earth by myself I would have a long time ago

[@johnathanshell8190]

i too have battled depression and sucidial thoughts and attempted suicide but iam still here by the grace of God press on to Jesus Jerry west❤.

[@Highley1958]

As a young man, Abraham Lincoln read biographies of great people to see what they had in common. His findings? The great people he read about had all read biographies of great people.

[@anhiirr]

its bc ppl w.o figures to look up to that dont find those proper figures or outlets typically fall into the statistic category. Those with harsh to very harsh circumstances that DO infact find the proper insight or learn to be their own will/force while learning which inspiring figures to identify with are typically the ones that grow to be the exception/exceptional. ESP in a country like america be it west or lebron or other great players. I expect nothing short of what it took them to get to that level....to be what drives them in all things/facets of life. Or what IMO makes them geniuinely more different than other great players/peers of what sport or etc that first made them famous....getting to figure out/see for our own what really made them DIFFERENT is the resepct/due justice they deserve in their lifetime. Ill be looking foreward to reading wests and considering Lincolns among the ranges i had seen/covered in school back when. Stuff like this even crosses to figures like tupac. These figures are so equitable to our future/fruits of society.

[@Soulandbone]

Graham literally came out of nowhere for me. You seem like a character from a fantasy plot. the mysterious reporter doing all these awesome interviews.. what comes next? you revealing to the World you are actually a vampire? haha

[@JuniusR]

lol

[@bradlebanon8101]

Graham sucks

[@TheSnowshow33]

@@bradlebanon8101 the funny thing is he is very unimpressive himself, but he does know how to shut up and listen, which is something a lot of interviewers seem to fuck up. And he does do his research. So for surface level interviews theyre actually good to listen to.

[@avery94onabase]

lmao what

[@deepdirt]

Oh you didn’t see his recent press conference? You were right. Vampire

[@BAKER22-l4u]

A great player, and an even better person!!!

[@robertharbin6461]

thank you for your story god bless you and your wonderful family

[@Highley1958]

Happiness isn't about accomplishments or acquiring things. Happiness is a state of mind.

[@Patrick-de8qg]

I salute you Jerry.

[@033spaceboy]

People in North America equate success with wealth and materialism. This is the fatal flaw of our culture. People think, "If I could only get .... I'd be happy" This is a fallacy, and no external elements will every bring you real happiness. Wealth, relationships, championships etc will never bring happiness, it can only come from within.

[@JasonWeddleDeathWeddle]

Zeke From Cabin Creek. Jerry West is one of the greatest basketball players of all time and is the greatest basketball executive of all time. And let's not forget that he's the NBA logo. There is a reason why guys like Shaquille O'neal refer to him as Mr. West. The things he has done for the NBA and the game of basketball are unrivaled. He is a true legend

[@RemoWilliams1227]

I genuinely feel love and empathy for Jerry West, such a troubled but brilliant soul.

[@CUNextTues]

RIP Jerry West😢

[@DrewS777]

"Mr. Clutch." Classiest NBA player and executive ever.

[@sophiat2058]

Daym Graham youre good, so young

[@nonealike]

Wow.....very profound.

[@LifeCoachJesse]

I pray everyone reading this has a blessed day. Know that God is enough. ✝️

[@Taskburg]

I don't feel alone anymore

[@user-kr4ow1go8m]

If you are struggling in your life, pray to God! Have faith in God and try your best! God will help you get through what is bothering you!

[@edgarsalcedo8175]

Jerry West, MVP for life. All you heaters, did he ever gave up?

[@mikehiggins8673]

Bensinger is an excellent interviewer

[@GrahamBensinger]

Thanks Mike! -AD

[@TheRubberStudiosASMR]

I'm not into basketball at all but this was so helpful and insightful to me.

[@jmad627]

Tired of hearing old pro athletes say they didn’t make much money then. Compared to players nowadays, yes i see their argument in that sense. But when Jerry West played during the 60's he made a schiff load more money than my dad and all of his other fellow naval officers serving on submarines did.

[@wilt1007]

i love you jerry

[@verdes25]

Wow very deep interview... how did u get The Logo? 👏👏👏

[@Hittboxingandfitness]

New sub! Great interview

[@student818]

How do you get all of these people on your show?

[@JesuslovesRudy]

Jerry West is a great human being :-)

[@austinclark007]

Rest in peace.

[@phantasmagoria-c1c]

RIP

[@leskipbayless3280]

Graham reply to my comment pls, you're a great interviewer BTW gonna make it really big one day.

[@GrahamBensinger]

Thanks for watching! We're trying to keep hustling and growing the channel! 😬

[@LibsRockU]

Nobody has "the same" feelings/experiences. Not anybody.

[@jakeviane1064]

So smart

[@scrappyhustler7467]

My wife used to tell me ill be happier when I'm an lpn and she got it than she said ill be happier when I Bridge to RN and she accomplished that and now she keeps saying ill be happy once our KZbin channel blows up and we make millions yeah goals are great and money is an awesome tool but if ur not happy with nothing you won't be happy with billions its the journey not the destination that matters!!

[@CrownMe13]

I know how Jerry feels

[@vibinwpsilocybin1424]

if the world could know, money could never stop a suicidal weakness..

[@pwdrblu]

Hello cheerful people!

[@edwardclement102]

Jerry West and Larry Bird on the wings.

[@Sudamphetamine]

“Suicide takes courage” thats the truest shit ever

[@joeishere500]

For me ,, it was a CLOSE CALL to snap me out of it !

[@samualjohnson5450]

😓

[@michaelstilger8410]

I’m only suicidal in the mornings. Well more then than any other time that I’m awake. Yet the tug-of-war goes on...

[@Bootseybdass]

I seen an interview of his adoptive son who says he was molested by him,...It was so sad to watch 😢

[@louisochs9135]

His adopted son was molested by who?

[@jakupwhite1516]

As a man...We've all been there.

[@josephkelley8641]

Respect to Two Legends: Jerry and The Gator.

[@broboss9530]

i dont know what he even did and hes inspiring

[@dadu63]

THE LOGO!!

[@AndJusticeForMe]

That’s really the question, isn’t it? Is it worth it to feel this bad all the time?

[@miguelitocunsuelo7200]

Short painful answer. Yes it is!

[@Marco-717]

Suicide is the opposite of courage. Suicide is never the answer. The death of his brother plus a suicide would've completely destroyed the family.

[@chrisozzy56]

I can somehow relate to the feeling of being ‘ just average ‘ , or even a failure , but I know that is the World talking to me . God tells me I am unique and a wonderful and a perfect creation . I choose to listen to my Savior. Tune OUT the World ( Satan ) and tune IN God .

[@AlexanderRivera23]

I’m honestly starting to look up a lot on Jerry West.

[@davejarvis7522]

Good guy

[@kestyr7365]

I see a lot of myself in Jerry West... wow

[@ratso4443]

It’s about our relationship with Jesus Christ. We can’t do it alone. God bless Mr. West.

[@oldnbaschool]

Graham has everything in the interviews, well almost, because I'm still waiting on WWE interviews, hehe.

[@mangstadt1]

The interviewer smiles too much. There is a time to smile and a time to wear a serious face.

[@Lokh66]

☹️

[@IPlayOneOnT.V.]

Wow, does Jerry West's brother ever look like a cross between Troy Aikman and Harry Connick, Jr.!

[@devinmichaelroberts9954]

this dude looks just like the mandalorian actor but older. crazy

[@kianpettersen2400]

jerry west surprisingly doesnt have an old man voice

[@upstatenewyork]

Is he a retired basketball player?

[@willjones1826]

Suicide does take courage, if it didn’t there would be a lot more suicides!

[@hg1644]

Wow