#71 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Raw and Uncut #2 - Mental Health, Addiction and Hockey#71 Hockey 2 Hell And Back Raw and Uncut #2 - Mental Health, Addiction and Hockey
Hockey 2 Hell and Back
Brady Leavold shares his journey from WHL player to addiction and back, highlighting the power of community and mental health awareness.
45:19•27 Sept 2021
Brady Leavold: From Hockey Stardom to Addiction and Back Again
“My entire life, I've always felt so much more at peace and just sure of myself when I'm in service of any type, and it took me a while to realize that maybe I could.”
Ever wondered what it's like to go from the brink of professional hockey to hitting rock bottom? Brady Leavold's story is a rollercoaster of highs and lows, filled with moments of triumph and despair. In this episode of 'Hockey 2 Hell and Back', Brady opens up about his journey from playing in the WHL alongside future NHL stars to battling addiction, homelessness, and incarceration.
He shares how he found his way back through the support of the hockey community and his passion for the sport. One of the standout moments in this episode is Brady's emphasis on the power of community in recovery. His outreach to minor hockey players is a testament to how lived experiences can be a beacon of hope for others facing similar struggles. Brady candidly discusses his mental health battles and how initiatives like Pucksupport.com are making a difference.
As he puts it, 'I've always felt more at peace when I'm helping others, and it took me a while to realize that.' Tune in to hear Brady's raw and unfiltered story of resilience, recovery, and the unbreakable bond between hockey and healing.
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