Gary Woodland's PTSD Battle: Pursuing Dreams Despite Pain

0:00This is Corey with Durham News Today, powered by the Daily News Now. Former US Open Champion Gary Woodland shared his ongoing struggles after brain surgery in 2023. At age 41, the 2019 winner at Pevel Beach had Dr. successfully remove a lesion causing seizures. But recovery has not been straightforward. Earlier this week, in an emotional golf channel interview on March 9, Woodland revealed a PTSD diagnosis from a year ago. He described it as a tough, unexpected battle that's left him feeling drained and dishonest around others. The pro golfer appreciates the tour support and excitement over his return each week. Yet inside, he battles constant feelings of dying while pretending to be fully back. Married since 2016 with three young children, he wants to channel energy into healing, family, and his career. PTSD hits him hard on the course, triggering hypervigilance and threat searches. Last September in Napa, he broke down mid-round from a startle, vision blurred,

1:00and ended up crying in bathrooms while hiding behind sunglasses. Woodland is done concealing it all. By going public, he aims to inspire anyone else, fighting similar issues, showing it's possible to keep pursuing dreams despite the pain. Support for this DNA episode comes from our sponsor. If earbuds fall out when you sleep, this is for you. A pillow with built-in sound. S-O-L-I-S-O-L-Pillow.com