Kristen
Kristen
Maybe there's a reason we had the past we had, so we can give back now.
Maybe there's a reason we had the past we had, so we can give back now.
Maybe there's a reason we had the past we had, so we can give back now.
Thursday 2nd May 2024
Join Kristen as she chats with Ryan about his journey from addiction and crime to mental health advocacy and redemption.
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39 minutes
Inspiring
Honest
Raw
Hopeful
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About this podcast
Author:
Kristen
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Ryan's journey from a promising hockey career to substance abuse and crime.
- The harsh realities behind the glamour of professional sports.
- Ryan's struggles with anxiety, depression, and trauma.
- His transformation into a mental health advocate through charity work.
- The power of resilience and finding purpose after hitting rock bottom.
I wake up no matter how I feel, the first thing I say is, God, how can I be of service to you?
In this episode of 'Remember Your Why', host Kristen welcomes Ryan, a speaker and humanitarian with a storied past. Once known as the 'King of Weed' and featured on National Geographic's 'Locked Up Abroad', Ryan's journey from a promising hockey career to a life entangled in crime and addiction is nothing short of gripping. But his story doesn't end there.
Ryan opens up about his battles with anxiety, depression, and the dark underbelly of hockey culture, revealing the harsh realities behind the glamour. He shares how injuries and substance abuse derailed his dreams, leading him down a path of organised crime and ultimately, incarceration. Yet, through all this, Ryan found a way to turn his life around.
His work in mental health awareness, particularly his cross-country bike rides for charity, showcases his dedication to giving back and helping others avoid the pitfalls he faced. The episode is a raw and honest conversation about the struggles of addiction, the importance of mental health, and the power of resilience. Ryan's reflections on trauma, recovery, and finding purpose are both heart-wrenching and inspiring.
If you're looking for a story that highlights the possibility of redemption and the strength of the human spirit, this episode is a must-listen.