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Bad day Quote by Ivan Lendl

“I have seriously thought about retiring, but that was on a good day. On a bad day I've thought about killing myself.” quote by Ivan Lendl
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“I have seriously thought about retiring, but that was on a good day. On a bad day I've thought about killing myself.”

Ivan Lendl

About This Quote

Source Interview: Tennis Hall of Fame Induction, 2019

Contemplating retirement brings stark mood swings, from optimism on good days to despair on bad ones.

In simple terms: Retirement thoughts swing between hope and hopelessness.

Key Takeaway

Seek support and balanced perspective.

Themes

mental health career transition athletics

Mood

concerned empathetic

Type

motivational inspirational

When to use this quote

  • post‑career planning
  • mental health care
  • athlete transition

Key Concepts

existential crisis life balance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What support helps during career lows?
  • How to balance optimism and realism?
A Different Perspective

Idealizing retirement can ignore practical challenges.

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