From Stopping Pucks to Stopping the Stigma with Kelly Hrudey

Episode 1 October 10, 2021 00:31:35
From Stopping Pucks to Stopping the Stigma with Kelly Hrudey
#OurAnxietyStories
From Stopping Pucks to Stopping the Stigma with Kelly Hrudey

Oct 10 2021 | 00:31:35

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John Bateman

Show Notes

Kelly Hrudey is a former NHL goaltender, a current analyst for Sportsnet's Hockey Night in Canada and a regional broadcaster for the Calgary Flames. He is also a mental health advocate and an Anxiety Canada Champion. 

In this episode of #OurAnxietyStories Kelly shares how his journey with anxiety began with his daughter, Kaitlin, who was diagnosed with anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) in 2005. After learning about anxiety while supporting his daughter, he recognized that he had similar experiences as well, and sought out support from a mental health professional. Today, Kelly and Kaitlin continue to navigate anxiety and raise awareness as mental health advocates via various initiatives such as Kaitlin’s clothing brand “More Good Days”.  

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