Own Your Truth | Shane Wickes | TEDxUniversityofNevada
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 3 ต.ค. 2024
- Shane Wickes loves football. In this talk, Shane shares his truth about being a gay football coach; however, being gay in football has at times caused serious conflict with his ability to live his entire life with transparency and authenticity.
As a former college football player and current high school football coach, Shane was faced with a choice -- leave the sport he loves so much or own up to an unpopular truth in the football community.
Shane is a strong believer in the power of coaches to shape young people’s lives; but in order to do so, he believes that you must be willing to share your true self with those you are trying to impact. This was a particularly difficult task for Shane because he is gay.
Shane decided that rather than leaving football, his experience could be used to shed light on a difficult topic. Shane’s ultimate goal is to spread awareness on the harmful effects that the modern football climate causes and to show other gay athletes and coaches that they are not alone.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at ted.com/tedx
love this so much, as a gay hockey player I can definitely relate to this.
I am honored to call you Friend. Also, you are loved. Clearly.
I'm tired of homophobia. So tired of it. Religion has played a cruel joke on humanity. So have governments. When will we stand up against it? Never? Why are things the way they are? It's not right.
Amazing talk Shane. Keep speaking up and speaking the truth. It's so important to move football culture in a positive direction and lead by example. You are a true coach and a a true leader. No bull shit will ever result in anything authentic.
Well said Shane, I couldn't be more proud to be a former teammate of yours.
I'm sure he appreciated your comment very much
Keep living your truth Shane. You did so great!
That was beautiful. Your authenticity is refreshing. Thank you!
Bravo--So deeply inspiring. Thank you for this!
Just to put insight on how he coaches, our team had three first team offensive linemen in our region this year because of this guy
Very cool to hear your talk. The world needs to hear your truth. keep on inspiring.
Well done, Shane. Very proud of you
This is how life is - some, prefer to life it fully.
thank you for being brave and speaking your truth publicly. i am sure it will help others. one day this will be a non-issue.
Thank You Shane! Amazing how you were meant to go to "Disneyland." Great speech. I hope your community sticks with you. So proud of you, man.
BRAVO -- very strong -- 10 Points
Stand up and own it! :)
thanks Shane!
Thank you for sharing.
What does this say about the society we live in that its citizens are driven to suicide because of who they are?
Good for u man. My spirit appreciates yours
he’s my uncle 😌
Shane, your courage & spirit is equal to mine. Wanna go out on a date with me?
Great message!!! Thanks!!
That's my cousin
Maddie Marriott. GREAT HOW PROUD WE ARE OF HIM! A TRUE MAN
Maddie- How is he doing today?
Aren't u lucky!!
Cody McPherson hes my uncle, and he is doing good. he struggled a little bit but he’s back on track
Thank you for your courage! Nice to meet you at whole foods btw!
Eric Andersen AGREED
Great to hear that he is getting the help he needs for his addiction. It takes a brave person to ask for help. I hope he does a talk when he is at Stanford about his addiction to Alcohol.
that’s my uncle 😌
So insperational.
Love your Ted talk ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
Bless u Shane
coolness
Man crush
you know I love what this guy has to say but the under lying current of homophobia I'd alot stronger in waterpolo and the weirdest thing happened to me I came our and the only person who was troubled by it was my coach...
I love you woooh :* I am so happy for you
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Nice chest!
you should not be able to coach young boys being gay
Webb Goss , Do you think it would be inappropriate for a straight man to coach women/girls? Your argument is absurd. Sexual orientation has nothing to do with whether someone is qualified to coach a sport. Sexual orientation has nothing to do with professionalism. I hope you're path in life will teach you this lesson sooner than later. There is a movement of inclusion happening all around us. You are welcome aboard.
you should not be able to take another breath with that attitude. this is my uncle and he has gained more respect than you will ever get and or deserve
Not all straight people can be trusted around children so your argument is flawed