DARRYL STINSON : PURPOSE FROM PAIN 

Season 2 Episode 10

Purpose from Pain: A Journey of Hope and Bravery with Darryll Stinson

In this episode of the Bravery Academy, host, Emma Ferris speaks to Darryll Stinson, a former division one athlete whose career took a massive turn after a back injury. It plunged him into mental health struggles including depression and suicidal ideations. Darryll's journey is one of resilience, courage, and finding purpose in the face of pain. He discusses the importance of vulnerability, self-awareness, communication, and standing in your power as part of healing. His story is an inspiring example of turning hardship into a message of hope and empowerment. Today, Darryll seeks to inspire and elevate other voices, helping others in their quest for happiness, purpose and personal fulfillment.

00:00 Introduction and Trigger Warning

00:38 Guest Introduction: Darryll Stinson

00:56 Daryl's Background and Early Life

01:27 Daryl's Athletic Career and Identity Struggles

03:27 The Impact of Injury and Mental Health Struggles

06:30 Exploring the Concept of Emotional Safety

08:31 The Power of Vulnerability and Self-Expression

11:20 The Importance of Emotional Vocabulary and Communication

14:14 Darryll's Journey to Recovery and Self-Discovery

14:47 The Role of Sports Culture in Mental Health

18:10 The Power of Storytelling and Vulnerability in Healing

29:11 Darryll's Current Work and Mission

32:07 Conclusion: Defining Bravery

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RESOURCES

The Bravery Academy is not a licensed mental health service and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice, treatment or assessment. The episodes on The Bravery Academy discuss a range of topics from mental health, trauma, abuse, stress, loss and bravery. 

If you are struggling please reach out for help. 

If you are in New Zealand and need to talk free, call or text 1737 any time for support from a trained counselor. The Depression helpline is on 0800 111 757 or free text 4202(to talk to a trained counselor about how you are feeling or to ask any questions). 

Youthline call 080 0376 633 or free text 234. 

You are not alone.

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