Adam Goodes is a much loved but controversial Sydney Swans AFL player. In 2015 he was booed in games and the target of a racism campaign which started in 2013 when he pointed at a young fan who called him an "ape". Sydney Swans fans called enough late in the season 2015 and showed their support for Adam after he took leave from the game by "standing" and cheering. In this … [Read more...] about Stand-up with Adam Goodes
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Adam Goodes’ strategies for dealing with depression
Adam Goodes is a legendary Sydney Swans player and 2014 Australian of the Year, but he openly admits that life isn't always a bunch of roses and dealing with depression is one of the challenges he has faced. For this reason, Adam partnered with David Jones and the Black Dog Institute in September 2016 to promote their campaign for mental health. In this interview, Adam … [Read more...] about Adam Goodes’ strategies for dealing with depression
Adam Goodes finding new type of balance
Since retiring in 2015, AFL legend Adam Goodes has focused his time on his charity, foundation, and campaigns like White Ribbon, Recognise movement and Racism. It Stops With Me. In this video, Adam talks about his approach to transitioning careers and managing retirement. "It's made my decision a lot easier knowing that I have all of these amazing things outside of … [Read more...] about Adam Goodes finding new type of balance
Adam Goodes on Balance
Sydney Swans legend and Australian of the Year 2014, Adam Goodes joins us on Balance to talk about his career, the transition from professional sport, mental health and his passion for giving back. Adam is the co-founder of the Go Foundation and an ambassador for White Ribbon. Adam announced his retirement from professional football in September 2015. He played a total … [Read more...] about Adam Goodes on Balance
Mental Health Week
Across the country this week, health organisations are hosting events, raising funds and awareness to help tackle one of the nation's biggest health issues - mental health. So this week on Balance, we will be revisiting some of our best articles and celebrity interviews on mental health including an interview with Adam Goodes. Adam Goodes is a champion Australian Rules … [Read more...] about Mental Health Week