A 7-time NHL All Star is sharing his story and leading the charge when it comes to crushing the stigma that surrounds mental health. This Stanley Cup Champion and Olympic Gold Medalist has chosen to move forward, not allowing his past trauma to break his spirit.
Throughout his NHL career, he battled addiction and demons from his past while also excelling at the highest level as a professional athlete in one of North America’s most competitive and physically demanding leagues.
A key component to healing from trauma and building trust is vulnerability. Sharing struggles and personal difficulties with family and friends helps give understanding to the struggle someone is going through, it’s a very simple and powerful practice.
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