Orthodoxy is like an abyss of beauty that's just endless. I have read the Bible many times. But after fasting, and being baptized Orthodox, it's like reading a whole new Bible. You see the depth behind the words so much more clearly. Troy Polamalu abyssbaptizebeauty share on social
I didn't grow up around my father. I didn't really grow up around my mother, either. I was raised by a community of people. Spiritually speaking, my father is in Heaven, and that is who I look to for all my answers. And that's why my faith is very strong and why my passion is strong. Troy Polamalu answercommunityfaith share on social
I've never really been aware of what is said about me, whether it's positive or negative. I ignore it. I've always had the mind-set: 'No one can challenge me better than myself.' Troy Polamalu awarechallengehave Change image and share on social
I've always been a very self-aware person. Troy Polamalu awarehaveperson Change image and share on social
There are times I am happy. There are times I am sad. But I always try to separate emotion from the need to reach for something stronger, deeper. And then no matter the emotion, I can reach for a stability that helps me accomplish what is the goal. Troy Polamalu accomplishdeepemotion share on social
Playing professional sports, it's important to eat healthy and take care of your body. In the offseason, rest is really important to me. Troy Polamalu bodycareeat Change image and share on social
I love the atmosphere football brings; I love being around my teammates; I love the struggle in football. I love the fact that it is a part of my life. I don't look at it as any more important or less important as any other part of my life. Troy Polamalu atmospherebringfact share on social
Orthodox chanting is non-emotional; it's very monotone. Troy Polamalu chantemotionalmonotone Change image and share on social
There's so much that I like about Pittsburgh, actually. The cultural district and museums are wonderful, and I encourage everyone to check them out. And the food is excellent, too! Troy Polamalu checkculturaldistrict Change image and share on social
I would say I'm more traditional than I am superstitious. I don't, for example, have to do things ritually before the game in order to feel comfortable going to the game. But I don't think I'm naturally a football player. I don't have that grit and that killer instinct. Troy Polamalu comfortablefeelfootball share on social