We all need somebody to lean on
In a post-game interview, L.A. Laker Ron Artest thanks his psychiatrist for helping him relax under the intense pressure of the playoffs.
First reactions to his comments were critical, yet when players thank God or Jesus for help, which they often do, I rarely hear criticism about that.
In my mind, the two are not not that different – both offer a vantage point, a detached perspective from which to handle the extreme stress and pressure of the situation. In fact, I think it would be great to hear more from athletes, politicians, leaders, and others working under fire: what do they turn to for support to help them stay awake and useful under such immense stress?
I agree with you. It would be great and relaxing to know that some of our leaders do indeed turn to greater powers then themselves every now and again.
That would mean that they are not walking around thinking they can, and should, control everything all the time, that they acknowledge their human-ness.