"Everyone deserves to be loved and to live a meaningful life. My mission is to share my personal story to bring hope and inspiration to others."
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ADVISOR
ENTREPRENEUR
FATHER
EX-FOOTBALLER
"In a world that teaches you to become someone –
I remembered who I already am."
Christian lell
Who Am I
I’ve lived many lives in one.
From being a professional football player in front of millions, to sitting alone in silence, facing everything I tried to escape – my path has never been straight. For years, I played the game of success, money, fame. I drove the cars. I lived the highs. And behind closed doors, I broke.
My real journey began the day I surrendered.
Today, I no longer live for the outside world. I live from the heart – from truth, from presence, from love.
I’ve walked through fear, loss, addiction, pressure, and pain – not to be perfect, but to become real.
I’m not a guru.
I’m not interested in followers.
I’m a man who chose to feel.
To heal.
To remember.
I believe we’re here to connect – deeply.
To live fully.
To love without fear.
To rise, together.
This space is an invitation:
Not to admire, but to awaken.
Not to consume, but to remember.
Not to fix yourself – but to come home to who you’ve always been.
Let’s meet beyond the roles.
Let’s meet in truth.
With love, Christian
ABOUT ME
A NEW BEGINNING.
My journey took me from a successful career as a professional footballer through many ups and downs. The turning point came when I lost my sister, who had battled cystic fibrosis her whole life. Her death hit me hard – I was overwhelmed by guilt and fell into a deep depression. But through that darkness, I found a new path, that led me to where I am today: with a sense of peace, balance, and a deep connection to nature, wildlife and God.
Unable to continue living the way I had before, I walked away from professional football and everything I had built over 25 years, starting again from scratch.
ABOUT ME
THE ROAD TO A NEW LIFE
Along the way, I met some truly remarkable people who helped me understand what really matters – being present, showing empathy, and staying connected. That’s also what the '+' in my logo stands for: connection in its truest sense – between people, thoughts, emotions, and the different parts of our lives that make us whole. By sharing my story, I hope to give hope and strength to others who might be going through tough times too. You’re not alone – no matter what you’re facing.
I want to use my privilege to share these experiences with as many people as possible. That’s also what the '+' in my logo stands for: connection – between people, thoughts, feelings, and ideas – bringing everything together in a positive and meaningful way, because everybody deserves to be loved and happy.
"After a childhood filled with violence, alcohol, abuse and the trauma of being publicly torn apart, dealing with my sister’s early death, my depression, and the guilt over my privileged life – such as my career as a professional soccer player – were incredibly painful experiences. But it was these challenges that ultimately put me on the path to finding myself."
Christian lell
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„YOU SHOULD REALLY WRITE A BOOK.“
That’s something many people who’ve followed my journey have told me. And now, I’ve finally done it. In my upcoming biography, I share the highs, lows, and unexpected turns of my life with honesty and openness.
With this book, I hope to inspire people who feel lost or are searching for a new path – and to show that even in the darkest moments, a new light can begin to shine.
„Early childhood in a broken home. Then a dream comes true - a career as a pro soccer player. Then the setbacks. The wild behavior. Drunk driving. The tabloid headlines…“
EXCERPT FROM MY UPCOMING BIOGRAPHY
„I was drowning in a sea of superficiality. Popping open the champagne bottle and sipping the sparkling wine made it hard to talk about the uncomfortable parts of life - like my sick sister's health, the fear of existence and the depression.“
EXCERPT FROM MY UPCOMING BIOGRAPHY
"A chill runs down my spine at the feeling that I am once again approaching an abyss. An abyss I know all too well and hoped never to face again."
EXCERPT FROM MY UPCOMING BIOGRAPHY
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GIVING BACK
With the support of others, I’ve learned a lot over the past few years about how to face trauma and challenges, work through tough times, and come out stronger.
My mission now is to pass on that knowledge and help others overcome their own struggles – so they can live a fulfilled and meaningful life.
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TIME FOR REAL TALK.
After talking with people from all walks of life, I’ve realized how important it is to take an honest look at ourselves – even when it’s hard – and make room for real change. No shortcuts, no sugarcoating, just the truth.
As a speaker, I share my personal story – with all the bumpy parts – to encourage others to move forward in their own lives. By speaking honestly about my journey, I hope to shed light on mental health and offer a path out of the darkness.
WHAT OTHERS SAY ABOUT ME
Jan Liepold
Podcast-Host and Author
„I’m deeply impressed by Christian’s journey – how he worked his way out of deep crises and now looks back with reflection and clarity. His courage to share his story is truly inspiring and shows that real change is possible.“
Dr. Albert Kitzler,
Philosopher
"Great respect! What’s extraordinary about Christian is that he began asking the most fundamental philosophical questions very early on. Then, when the right person came along at the right time, everything that had been brewing inside him took shape, allowing him to form his own path. I find that amazing and wonderful.“
WANT TO KNOW MORE?
If you want to get more information about my activities and references as speaker or advisor, just contact my office – I'm looking forward to hearing from you.