#48 Ft. Rob Frid - Part 2#48 Ft. Rob Frid - Part 2
Hockey 2 Hell and Back
Rob Frid shares his journey from hockey enforcer to mental health advocate, tackling chronic pain and addiction along the way.
1:34:50•3 Sept 2020
Rob Frid: A Hockey Enforcer's Fight for Mental Health Awareness
“I'm a grateful, grateful man, just to be alive.”
Imagine being known for your toughness on the ice, only to face battles off it that are far more daunting. That's the reality for Rob Frid, a former hockey enforcer whose life took a dramatic turn. In this episode of 'Hockey 2 Hell and Back', Rob joins Brady Leavold to share his journey from the rough-and-tumble world of professional hockey to becoming a passionate advocate for mental health and addiction awareness.
Rob opens up about his struggles with chronic pain, self-medication, and the toll that traumatic brain injuries have taken on his life. He doesn't shy away from discussing the dark moments, but he also highlights his relentless fight to bring attention to these critical issues within the hockey community and beyond. If you're interested in real stories of resilience and advocacy, this episode is a must-listen.
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