Locked In with Ian Bick14 Tammi 2024

Military vs. Prison: An Inside Look From An Army Captain | Ryan Griffis

In today's episode, get ready for an adrenaline-pumping experience as we welcome Army Captain Ryan Griffis. He's not just a military hero, but also a up and coming podcaster, a social media sensation, and a passionate mental health advocate. Ryan takes us on a roller-coaster ride through his life, sharing insights about his military career, the battles he fought with mental health, and the remarkable journey that led to the creation of his influential social media platform. This is a conversation that's sure to keep you on the edge of your seat – don't miss it! Join this channel to get early access to new episodes & Behind the Scenes Content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRvVklIft6DMelVW18M0oBw/join Follow Ian Bick on Instagram: @ian_bick & Snapchat: ianbick Connect with Ryan Griffis: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mrgriffis?_t=8j0EyfxSRzz&_r=1 YouTube: http://youtube.com/@mrgriffis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr.griffis?igsh=MWgxc3hiamEzaXdjZw%3D%3D&utm_source=qr ON-AIR With MRGRIFFIS: https://onairwithmrgriffis.buzzsprout.com Buy Merch: https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order Chapters: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:34 - Growing the Podcast and Social Media Following 00:03:17 - Giving a Voice to the Underdogs 00:04:42 - The Intriguing Diversity of Stories 00:06:08 - From Poverty to the Military 00:07:47 - Struggling with Mental Health and Suicide Prevention 00:09:23 - Overcoming Childhood Trauma and Mental Health Struggles 00:11:02 - Breaking the Cycle of Addiction 00:12:34 - Sharing Male Struggles and Overcoming Backlash 00:14:14 - The Fine Line of Vulnerability and Strength on Social Media 00:15:48 - The Stigma of Speaking Out 00:17:21 - Dealing with Negative Backlash on Social Media 00:18:58 - Adjusting to Fame and Recognition 00:20:31 - Confronting Childhood Trauma and Finding Identity in the Military 00:22:07 - Seeking Therapy and Finding Comfort in Shared Experiences 00:23:53 - Opening up about my struggles 00:25:29 - Seeking Help and Embracing Past Experiences 00:27:01 - Overcoming Life's Challenges 00:28:28 - Similarities between Prison and Military Experiences 00:30:00 - Childhood Trauma and Overcoming Adversity 00:31:40 - Overcoming Adversity and Defying Expectations 00:33:08 - Different Perspectives on Criminal Behavior 00:34:39 - Helping Soldiers Transition 00:36:10 - Making the Right Decisions in Combat 00:37:48 - The Challenges of Transitioning from Military to Civilian Life 00:39:36 - Balancing Military Service and Social Media Grinding 00:41:26 - Jumping Out of a Plane 00:43:00 - Overcoming Mental Health Struggles as a Parent 00:44:32 - Being the Father Figure 00:46:09 - Opening Up About Mental Health Struggles Connect with Ian Bick: https://www.ianbick.com Powered by Creative Evolution Studios https://creativeevolutionstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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