Description

Growing up in a single-parent home, Juwan Griffith has exhibited trauma and grief signs since the early years of his childhood. He enrolled as a cadet at the United States Military Academy at West Point but couldn’t finish it. Picking himself up from the darkness, Juwan rose and put his life back on track.

[00:01 – 04:24] Opening Segment

• I welcome the guest, Juwan Griffith
• Juwan talks about his background
  • Sports Performance Coach at Varsity House Gym

[04:25 – 18:58] Dealing with Trauma and Grief

• Juwan shares his childhood growing up in a single-parent home.
  • His personal experiences that gave him trauma and grief
• A former cadet at United States Military Academy at West Point
• The mentors that have helped him in his journey in and outside of West Point

[18:59 – 38:18] Coping with Trauma and Grief

• Juwan talks about the coping mechanisms that helped him with facing his grief (healthy or unhealthy)
• Juwan shares his view on how different cultures cope with trauma and grief
• Coping to prevent suicide and coping to either stabilize or succeed in life
• Quick shoutout to our Facebook Page
• Juwan shares some tips on how you can help and support someone dealing with trauma and grief

[38:19 – 51:01] The Need for Second Chances

• The toughest part of Juwan’s journey
  • Accepting that he wasn’t going to graduate from the academy
• Correcting the destructive behaviors
• Seeking professional help

[51:02 – 57:02] Closing Segment

• What advice would you give your younger self?
  • Seek out mentorship earlier. Don’t shy away from talking to the adults.
• Connect with Juwan online! See the links below.
• Final words of encouragement from Juwan
• Have you seen your growth?
  • I’m still growing at this point. It’s not over.

Tweetable Quotes:

“Dealing with my adult clients and dealing with my athletes have been the number one joy in my life.” – Juwan Griffith

“Sitting around and sulking isn’t gonna do you any good. If you’re sitting around going to the therapist talking about the things, that’s a completely different story.” – Juwan Griffith

“Fake positivity will breed real positivity.” – Juwan Griffith

“Don’t think that your battles are alone. There is somebody in the world that is dealing with the same battles that you are. Remember that and surround yourself with those who will encourage you to fight through those battles in the most positive manner that you can.” – Juwan Griffith

You can connect with Juwan on Instagram and Twitter. Send him an email at jgriffjam87@gmail.com.

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