Tom Robinson: The rugby star who walked away for his mental health

28/10/2025 37 min
Tom Robinson: The rugby star who walked away for his mental health

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Episode Synopsis

At the height of his rugby career, former Blues captain and cult star Tom Robinson walked away from the sport he loved. Behind the big tackles and big hair was a growing fear - anxiety over concussions and the long-term effects of head knocks.In this episode, Tom shares how his mind became his toughest opponent, what it took to step away, and how yoga and mindfulness helped him find peace beyond rugby. A story of courage, self-awareness, and learning to simply be.We'd love to hear from you. Send us a text here!If you need support, here are helpful links, phone numbers and resources: https://ember.org.nz/resources/in-a-crisis/

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