Enduring The Badge

Send us a textWhat if your darkest moments could guide you to the highest peaks of your personal journey? Our special guest, Ryan Phillips, is a living testament to this transformative power of resilience. Once a law offender, Ryan is now an advocate for mental health, using the lessons from his own struggles to illuminate the silent battles that many people fight.Ryan candidly shares his personal journey, marked by memory decline, ADHD, addiction, and a childhood concussion that may have triggered these battles. He opens up about his days in Canada's hockey culture, shedding light on the trauma masked by the glamour of sports. His story is a testament to a decade's worth of resilience, coping with anxiety, depression, and sobriety. But Ryan's journey doesn't stop at personal battles. He's been across Canada, Southeast Asia, and Cambodia, transforming his struggles into a beacon of hope and understanding for those grappling with mental health challenges.The episode takes a deep dive i