Ep 407: Mental Health Awareness: A Soldier's Journey with Faith | Tamra Andress & Ryan Griffis

In this episode of The F.I.T. in Faith Podcast, host Tamra Andress sits down with special guest Ryan Griffis, also known as "Mr. Griffis." Ryan, an active-duty soldier, shares his powerful journey from struggling with mental health issues and a lack of faith to becoming a beacon of hope and inspiration for millions on social media.

He candidly discusses how his faith transformed his life, leading him to use his platform to address the mental health crisis within the military community and beyond. Together, they explore the intersection of faith and mental health, the importance of authenticity, and the impact of Ryan's remarkable journey on both soldiers and civilians.

Join Tamra and Ryan as they unmask the challenges and triumphs of mental health and faith in this compelling episode.

Meet Ryan Griffis:

Ryan Griffis, known as MRGRIFFIS, has taken the social media world by storm with his incredible story and inspiring content. With millions of followers across various platforms, Ryan recently graced the stage at EYA (Embrace Your Ambition), captivating the crowd with his powerful message. His audience spans across upcoming social media influencers, veterans, law enforcement, mental health advocates, teachers, youth, nurses, students, and proud Americans.

Under the brand name MRGRIFFIS, Ryan represents proud Americans who are willing to break long-standing stigmas in the world. He emphasizes the importance of speaking up about our problems, dismantling the notion that vulnerability is a weakness. Ryan's mission is to be a beacon of light in someone's darkest days, spreading the understanding that "it's okay to NOT be okay."

Beyond his online presence, Ryan's brand seeks to shatter barriers and create a supportive community. His commitment to raising awareness about mental health and advocating against suicide has earned him a dedicated following. As an active-duty soldier in the United States Army stationed at Fort Carson, Colorado, Ryan draws from his personal struggles with mental health and PTSD to inspire others facing similar challenges.

Ryan Griffis's determination to make a global impact and amplify important messages has solidified his position as a remarkable social media star. Through his engaging content, energy, and motivation, he continues to inspire millions while advocating for mental health and promoting a sense of community and support.

To connect with Ryan Griffis and experience his motivational content, visit his website at https://mrgriffis.com

Where to Find Ryan:

The Rise of Mr. Griffis Documentary: https://youtu.be/eOq5YP8I9Io

TikTok: mrgriffis http://www.tiktok.com/@mrgriffis

YouTube: Ryan Griffis (MrGriffis) http://youtube.com/@mrgriffis

Twitter: mrgriffis93 http://www.twitter.com/mrgriffis93

Instagram: mr.griffis https://Instagram.com/mr.griffis

Facebook: mrgriffis https://www.facebook.com/MRGRIFFIS93

Clapper: mrgriffis93 https://newsclapper.com/MRGRIFFIS93?is_invite=1&r=mPbk9GbkJa&c=in&m=co

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