The Hard Yards
eBook - ePub

The Hard Yards

Highs and Lows of a Life in Cricket

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eBook - ePub

The Hard Yards

Highs and Lows of a Life in Cricket

About this book

A courageous sportsman's journey through cricket and mental health.

Hard Yards tells the inspiring story of Mike Yardy, an English cricketer who reached the pinnacle of his profession, winning the T20 World Cup in 2010. However, beneath the surface of his success, Yardy battled crippling self-doubt and depression. This autobiography chronicles his struggles, his decision to seek treatment, and his path to recovery.

This is more than just a sports story; it's a candid exploration of mental health, resilience, and personal growth. Yardy's journey offers

  • inspiration for those facing similar challenges
  • insight into the pressures of professional sports
  • a message of hope and recovery
. Discover how Yardy confronted his demons and emerged as an advocate for mental health awareness. Will his courage inspire others to seek help and break the stigma surrounding mental illness?

Information

eBook ISBN
9781785311574
Year
2016

Table of contents

  1. Cover Page
  2. Title Page
  3. Copyright Page
  4. Contents
  5. Acknowledgements
  6. Foreword by Matt Prior
  7. Introduction
  8. Breakdown
  9. In denial
  10. Baby steps
  11. Making it
  12. No pain, no gain
  13. England
  14. Top of the world
  15. Sussex by the Sea
  16. Captain
  17. What’s normal?
  18. Proving myself again
  19. Winding down
  20. New beginnings
  21. Dealing with depression by Karin Yardy
  22. Photographs

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