When “success” stops working: Former sports executive Eric Kussin shares the moment his “dream job” collided with a mental health crash and how that breakdown became the beginning of a new kind of healing. From trauma and stress in the body to nervous system education, this episode reframes mental health as something we all have and can learn to care for.
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This episode includes discussions about trauma, mental health challenges, and suicide. Please listen mindfully.
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🟣Guest: Eric Kussin
Personal Acct, CEO of @samehere_global.
Former NBA League Office, Phx Suns, NJ Devils, FL Panthers, Executive. Keynote Speaker. Author.
Website: samehereglobal.org
Instagram: @eric_kussin
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