Daniel Carcillo, known as “Car Bomb” during his professional ice hockey career, is a former NHL player turned mental health advocate and entrepreneur. Carcillo’s journey has taken him from the rink to a powerful voice for mental health awareness and player safety.

Dan’s hockey career spanned 10 seasons, during which he played for the Philadelphia Flyers, Chicago Blackhawks, and New York Rangers. Known for his gritty playing style and physicality, he played a crucial role in the Chicago Blackhawks’ 2013 and 2015 Stanley Cup championship victories, showcasing his versatility as both an enforcer and a skilled player.

Following his Retirement from professional hockey, Carcillo embarked on a new mission to bring attention to the mental health challenges faced by athletes, particularly in the hockey community after suffering from concussion-related symptoms. 

Through working with foundations like No Fallen Heroes, he has worked tirelessly to provide resources, Education, and support for individuals navigating mental health challenges, including athletes and veterans.

Carcillo has been a prominent figure in speaking out against the toxic culture within professional hockey. His courage in sharing his own struggles has ignited conversations and spurred positive changes within the sport.

Listen in for some great takeaways about Dan’s journey from hockey enforcer to mental health advocate and his burning passion for creating positive change while trying to create a supportive environment within the world of sports. 

You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in…

• Learn who Daniel Carcillo is (and what he’s passionate about) [3:54] 
• Daniel’s experience playing in the NHL [9:05]
• Why Daniel stepped forward to address brain health [12:13]
• The abuse Daniel endured during his Junior hockey days [17:05] 
• Get your copy of “Financial Planning Made Personal” [19:59] 
• What Daniel wishes young men suffering abuse knew [23:54]
• How do we get more young people to be upstanders? [27:23] 
• What Daniel thinks the future of hockey looks like [31:17] 
• What Daniel did today that put him in the mindset for success [33:10] 

Resources & People Mentioned

• Get “Financial Planning Made Personal” on sale
• Psychedelic Medicine Coalition
• Healing Realty Trust
• No Fallen Heroes Foundation

Connect with Daniel Carcillo

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• On YouTube

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