Arr, the lass Angela Lee confesseth that her 2017 shipwreck weren't no accident, but a daring suicide attempt!
2023-09-20
Arr, me hearties! Angela Lee, a fine lassie holdin' the Championship title, penned a tale 'bout what caused her to be marooned in thoughts o' suicide. But fear not, for she be now aimin' to rally others to share their tales o' mental health. Yo ho ho, let's talk and inspire, me mateys!
In a recent piece for The Players' Tribune, Angela Lee, the current women's atomweight champion in One Championship, shared a disturbing story about a car crash she was involved in a year after winning her championship title. She revealed that the crash was actually a suicide attempt. Lee explained that she had been under immense stress and pressure leading up to her last title defense of the year, and the fear of not being able to make weight for the fight became overwhelming. She felt that taking herself out of the equation was the only solution. Lee admitted that she had reached a breaking point and didn't care about the consequences anymore. She got in her car and left it up to fate. The next thing she knew, her car was upside down. Lee kept this secret hidden for the most part, only confiding in her husband.Since the incident, Lee has found ways to cope with her mental health struggles. She practices breathing exercises, writes, and seeks out "instant pick-me-ups." Inspired by the death of her sister, Victoria Lee, who died by suicide last year, Angela Lee started FightStory, a platform aimed at helping those struggling with mental health and building a supportive community. She wants people to know that they are not alone in their fight with mental health.
Lee's story is a stark reminder of the challenges that athletes face when it comes to their mental well-being. It highlights the importance of providing support and resources for athletes to navigate the pressures of their careers. Lee's bravery in sharing her story will undoubtedly inspire others to seek help and open up about their own struggles.