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Reading Between The Lines Of Tiger Woods' Apology
People from all over the worlds of sports, entertainment, publicity, imaging, computer science, coal mining, urban development, yes, just about everybody, has been opining over 'what Tiger needs to do.' In case you missed it, Tiger has released a follow up statement:
Tiger Woods taking hiatus from golf By Tiger Woods
I am deeply aware of the disappointment and hurt that my infidelity has caused to so many people, most of all my wife and children. I want to say again to everyone that I am profoundly sorry and that I ask forgiveness. It may not be possible to repair the damage I've done, but I want to do my best to try.
Tiger Woods taking hiatus from golf By Tiger Woods
I am deeply aware of the disappointment and hurt that my infidelity has caused to so many people, most of all my wife and children. I want to say again to everyone that I am profoundly sorry and that I ask forgiveness. It may not be possible to repair the damage I've done, but I want to do my best to try.
I would like to ask everyone, including my fans, the good people at my foundation, business partners, the PGA Tour, and my fellow competitors, for their understanding. What's most important now is that my family has the time, privacy, and safe haven we will need for personal healing.
After much soul searching, I have decided to take an indefinite break from professional golf. I need to focus my attention on being a better husband, father, and person.
Again, I ask for privacy for my family and I am especially grateful for all those who have offered compassion and concern during this difficult period.
He quit golf for the time being. I assume he quit side action too.
In an attempt to read between the lines, does this mean Elin is going to actually give him a legitimate shot at re-building their family and marriage? If so, she is one forgiving, selfless and loving person. Either that or desperate. Or stubborn. Or so in love she can't help herself.
One thing is for sure as far as I'm concerned, Tiger's emotional issues run deep. He seems to be that breed of guy called a "compartmentalizer" - where two worlds co-exist within one man and are treated as unrelated. It's cold and dark and I know some guys like this.
For Woods to pull this off, quitting golf is the first step. Intense therapy and faith building could be helpful, not to mention the construction of a conscience from scratch. Tall order, but maybe this Tiger has many different stripes of greatness. Maybe.
After much soul searching, I have decided to take an indefinite break from professional golf. I need to focus my attention on being a better husband, father, and person.
Again, I ask for privacy for my family and I am especially grateful for all those who have offered compassion and concern during this difficult period.
He quit golf for the time being. I assume he quit side action too.
In an attempt to read between the lines, does this mean Elin is going to actually give him a legitimate shot at re-building their family and marriage? If so, she is one forgiving, selfless and loving person. Either that or desperate. Or stubborn. Or so in love she can't help herself.
One thing is for sure as far as I'm concerned, Tiger's emotional issues run deep. He seems to be that breed of guy called a "compartmentalizer" - where two worlds co-exist within one man and are treated as unrelated. It's cold and dark and I know some guys like this.
For Woods to pull this off, quitting golf is the first step. Intense therapy and faith building could be helpful, not to mention the construction of a conscience from scratch. Tall order, but maybe this Tiger has many different stripes of greatness. Maybe.
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