Kevin Meiselman
Kevin Meiselman / Clint Malarchuk
Episode 1 with Clint Malarchuk (Former NHL Goaltender)
Episode 1 with Clint Malarchuk (Former NHL Goaltender)
Episode 1 with Clint Malarchuk (Former NHL Goaltender)
Tuesday 30th July 2019
Former NHL goalie Clint Malarchuk discusses his mental health struggles and advocacy journey after surviving a gruesome injury and suicide attempt.
29 minutes
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Kevin Meiselman
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Body & Mind
Mindful Recovery
Mindfulness & Technology in Health
Stigma & Social Perspectives
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Clint Malarchuk: From Ice Rink Horror to Mental Health Advocate
It's more important than anything I've ever done in my life...we've come so far, and all we have to do is make people enlightened to the fact that it's curable.
Imagine surviving one of the most horrifying injuries in sports history and then hitting the ice again just 10 days later. This is exactly what former NHL goaltender Clint Malarchuk did in 1989. But what seemed like a heroic comeback masked a deeper, unseen battle. In this gripping episode of 'Behind the Mind', Clint opens up about his long struggle with undiagnosed PTSD, which plagued him for nearly two decades after that fateful game.
His journey took a darker turn in 2008 when he attempted suicide, only to survive once more. Since then, Clint has transformed his pain into purpose, becoming a vocal advocate for mental health. He candidly discusses the pressures of professional sports, the emotional toll of suppressing his feelings, and the crucial role his wife played in his recovery. Clint's story is not just about surviving; it's about thriving and proving that it's okay to seek help.
This episode sheds light on the importance of breaking the stigma around mental illness and underscores the power of love and support in the healing process. Tune in to hear Clint's inspiring journey and find hope for anyone struggling with their own mental health battles.