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April 15th, 2025

Learning to Cope, From Athlete to Advocate | Josh Copeland

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Sasha GrahamLearning to Cope, From Athlete to Advocate | Josh Copeland
  1. Learning to Cope, From Athlete to Advocate | Josh Copeland Sasha Graham 40:51

In this episode of Sports Will Save Us All, host Sasha Graham interviews Josh Copeland, a former Division 1 football player who faced significant challenges after his sports career ended. Josh shares his journey from being a celebrated athlete to struggling with identity, Mental Health issues, and alcoholism. He discusses the impact of sports on his self-worth and the difficulties he faced when transitioning to life after sports. Ultimately, Josh reveals his turning point and how he rebuilt his life, focusing on mental health advocacy and personal Growth through his company, Learning to Cope. In this conversation, Josh Copeland shares his journey from being a community service leader and athlete to launching his company, Learn to Cope, which focuses on mental health awareness. He discusses the importance of authenticity, the challenges athletes face after their careers, and the need for open conversations about mental health. Josh emphasizes the significance of bridging generational gaps in understanding mental health and offers practical advice for both athletes and professionals on prioritizing self-care and coping strategies.

Interested in learning more? Visit Josh Copeland Speaks or find Josh on Instagram @Learn2Cope

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Want to be a guest on Sports Will Save Us All? Send Sasha Graham a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/16966997407772582e273f473

Sasha Graham Podcast Host, Sports Will Save Us All

Sasha Graham is the host of the award-winning podcast, Sports Will Save Us All, a sports podcast for the NPR crowd. Sasha has worked as a television writer and producer, at Walt Disney Studios as Vice President of National Publicity, and has published two children's books, Milo Does Not Like Mornings and Whitney Wins Everything.

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