I'm not one to think of burying my head in the sand - I've always been a positive person and still am now.

I am more mature now and know how to deal with certain situations in football. It's not all about highs; there are also lows, but I can deal with it. Football is a hard business.

The desire to be a positive person come only if you are convinced that becoming a positive person will enhance the quality of life.

I am confident. My style of play is to control a game. You have to be smart in your brain and fast.

I have won the most national titles as a German, so what should I do after that? Lay back and take it easy? That's not how I am.

I am a very positive and optimistic person.