Brady Leavold
Brady Leavold
#10 Ft. Brent Sopel Stanley Cup Champion NHL Veteran and Advocate For Dyslexia and Addiction
#10 Ft. Brent Sopel Stanley Cup Champion NHL Veteran and Advocate For Dyslexia and Addiction
#10 Ft. Brent Sopel Stanley Cup Champion NHL Veteran and Advocate For Dyslexia and Addiction
Monday 27th April 2020
Join Brent Sopel and Brady Leavold as they share their journeys through addiction and dyslexia, finding purpose beyond hockey.
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71 minutes
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Brent Sopel: From Stanley Cup Glory to Life's Toughest Battles
My legacy will hopefully be my foundation and how I can help change kids' lives and save kids' lives. And you know I used to get some fan mail.
What happens when the thrill of professional hockey fades away, leaving behind a struggle with addiction and dyslexia? In this compelling episode of 'Hockey 2 Hell and Back', host Brady Leavold sits down with Stanley Cup Champion Brent Sopel to discuss their shared battles and victories. Sopel, who played over 600 NHL games, opens up about his journey through addiction and his lifelong struggle with dyslexia.
He candidly shares how being labeled as 'lazy' and 'stupid' crushed his self-esteem, leading to a dark path that he didn't fully understand until he was diagnosed at 33. Leavold and Sopel's conversation is a raw and honest exploration of what it means to find purpose beyond the rink. They dive into the difficulties of transitioning to life after hockey, the relentless grip of addiction, and the emotional toll of feeling misunderstood.
Yet, amidst these heavy topics, there's a sense of camaraderie and hope. The two former players bond over their new mission: advocating for those grappling with similar issues. This episode isn't just for hockey fans. It's for anyone who's ever felt lost or battled their own demons. Sopel's story of redemption and advocacy serves as a beacon for those looking to make a positive impact in their own lives and communities.
If you're seeking inspiration and a reminder that it's never too late to turn things around, this conversation is a must-listen.