I know this is off topic, but if the Mods can keep it on the main page please.
The loss of Satts reminds us older supporters, of how vulnerable we are.
I watched Satts in the 70s and he was a hero to me.
Slowly but surely, we start to lose our heroes.
Younger members, please realise , Old Age sucks, and as we slowly lose family and friends, like Satts, it cuts deep.
I have lived alone for 10 yrs now, just my dog for company.
I lived the Glory Days of the 70s.
2014 was amazing.
Respect your elders.
Life passes us by, sooner than we expect.
Go the Rabs.
I grew up in the "dark days" so obviously I can't help with the age aspect but have had a lot of mental health treatment for some conditions and some traumas and can offer some advice and insight.
It is not uncommon to feel deep loss even if you didn't know the person personally or they were at arm's length, even if you didn't particularly like the person. It is still shocking and, inevitably, will make you question your own mortality, no matter your age.
The best things you can do are to take the time and let yourself feel whatever emotions you need to feel, but not succomb to them. There are ways you can focus on building from the loss, such as by taking the time to think about or relive memories (with a footballer, the easiest thing to do would be to watch some of their games) that you shared, or paying your own tribute to them. If it's still too soon for you, perhaps talking about your feelings (as you have done) is an easier first-step.
It is a very confronting time for a lot of people who either knew, knew of or, like yourself, idolised Satts. I am sure you are not alone in feeling this way (as evidenced by the ongoing threads) and the fact you have taken the step to speak out on the topic is a good sign. You are managing it well.
To others who may be feeling similarly, regardless of age, it is OK to not be OK in the wake of sad news.
Whether it's the loss of a club legend, hero, family or friends, or just being on the wrong side of the scoreboard at full time, whatever it is that you feel, it is OK to feel it. Allow yourself to feel the emotion, but then let yourself let go of it - life goes on and all you can do is keep going and know that, no matter what happens, you can manage it. It may not be easy, but you can get through.
Don't forget to take time for yourselves - do something you enjoy, call up a friend or just get some fresh air.
Take care of yourself and remember that when you're a Rabbitoh you've got thousands of mates ready to lend you a hand or an ear. That's what clubs like ours are all about.
