Conquering anxiety: Leaky Black finds peace on and off the basketball court
Posted May 1, 2023
Jackie Manuel first recognized Leaky Black’s anxiety. The pressure in Black’s life was overwhelming when he first opened up to Manuel. He admits that he was his own biggest critic and was worried about trying to please everyone. But, to Manuel, none of that mattered. "The only thing I want you to do is enjoy your experience," Manuel told Black.
(UNC.edu)
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