Modestas Bukauskas, a British-Lithuanian mixed martial artist, has revealed that he turned to drinking as a way of coping with the emotional pain of being dropped from the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) before his light-heavyweight fight against Nikita Krylov. The 32-year-old fighter admitted that he would often drink daily to escape the reality of his situation and deal with the mental strain.
According to Bukauskas, drinking became a way for him to temporarily forget about his problems and numb the emotional pain. However, it also took a toll on his physical health, particularly during his fight against Krylov. The fighter has since spoken out about his struggles with addiction and mental health, using his platform to raise awareness and reduce stigma around these issues.
Bukauskas' openness about his struggles serves as a reminder of the importance of seeking help and support when dealing with difficult emotions or situations. His story highlights the need for individuals to prioritize their mental well-being and seek resources available to them.
In an exclusive interview, Bukauskas spoke candidly about his experiences, stating that drinking was not just about enjoying himself but also a coping mechanism for dealing with the pressure of being in the UFC. The fighter's honesty is a testament to his growth and maturity as he continues to navigate his career and personal life.
According to Bukauskas, drinking became a way for him to temporarily forget about his problems and numb the emotional pain. However, it also took a toll on his physical health, particularly during his fight against Krylov. The fighter has since spoken out about his struggles with addiction and mental health, using his platform to raise awareness and reduce stigma around these issues.
Bukauskas' openness about his struggles serves as a reminder of the importance of seeking help and support when dealing with difficult emotions or situations. His story highlights the need for individuals to prioritize their mental well-being and seek resources available to them.
In an exclusive interview, Bukauskas spoke candidly about his experiences, stating that drinking was not just about enjoying himself but also a coping mechanism for dealing with the pressure of being in the UFC. The fighter's honesty is a testament to his growth and maturity as he continues to navigate his career and personal life.
, but now he's all about raisin awareness 'n helpin others who might be goin through the same thing 
. It's good that he's speakin out 'cause it can be really tough to deal wiv mental health issues 
. I think we should all try 2 prioritize our wellbein' & seek help when we need it 
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it's so brave of him to speak out about it! i mean, we've all been there where life gets tough & we turn to things that might not be the best for us 
. but bukauskas' story is a reminder that seeking help & support is always the way forward 
. let's spread awareness & reduce stigma around mental health issues, just like bukauskas is doing 
. and kudos to him for using his platform to raise awareness! #MentalHealthAwareness #AddictionSupport #ResilienceMatters
Bukauskas is like, totally relatable you know? I mean we've all been there where we just wanna escape from reality for a sec and drink some beers 
Like, we need more people in the public eye who are willing to share their struggles and help break down those stigmas.
But at the same time, it's like, drinking every day is NOT the answer 
. I get that he was trying to cope with his emotions and all, but trust me, it only made things worse in the long run... physically and mentally 
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I mean, exercise, talking to friends, or even just meditating? Don't get me wrong, it's good that he's speaking out about his struggles and raising awareness, but... 
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His story is a total reminder that we need to prioritize our mental well-being and seek help when we need it 
. We need more people like him who are willing to talk about their mental health struggles 
. I'm sending all my best vibes to Modestas and hoping his story can inspire others to prioritize their own mental well-being 
. His story is a reminder that we need to talk about our struggles more openly and not be afraid to ask for help 
I mean, we get it, being dropped from the UFC is tough, but it's not just about drinking to forget, it's about seeking help and support too 
. Maybe instead of sharing his personal demons with the world, he could be sharing some resources or a message of hope for people struggling with addiction 
he's been through so much and it takes a lot of courage to speak out about mental health issues and addiction 
it's not cool that drinking became a way for him to cope, but at least he's owning up to it and seeking help 
I feel bad for him, you know? He's already fighting for his life in the octagon, and then to deal with emotional pain like that? 
He thought drinking was gonna help him forget all that pain, but it just ended up making things worse for his body and mind 
. We need more people sharing their stories so others can feel less alone 
like anyone would think drinking is an easy way out, but it's actually super hard to deal with the mental strain of being dropped from the UFC u need to feel the pain to grow 
It's time we talk about how tough it is to deal with the pressures of competing at that level without resorting to booze (or whatever else might be an escape). His story could save some people from following in his footsteps, you know? 