Swindon midfielder Michael Doughty speaks to Charlie about how his background shaped him as a person and footballer, and how he coped with losing his Dad at a young age.
Michael, who went to Harrow, opens up about the challenges he faced fitting in at school and in football.
He also explains how the sudden passing of his Dad Nigel, who owned Nottingham Forest, effected him and put life into perspective.
This is the third of a series of chats with footballers and managers during Mental Health Awareness Week, in partnership with the EFL and Mind.
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