Mattys Mental Health Podcast #34 - Richard Lush

Richard lush is a pillar to many communities. In the indigenous community as an Engagement officer at L’nuey PEI. As an Actor, Writer, and Director at Mi'kmaq Heritage Actors. As well  Former Aboriginal Sport Circle Coordinator at Mi'kmaq Confederacy of PEI.  In the sport community as team owner and manager of the Island Mariners Senior Mens Tackle Football Team , co-founder of island demons (the first all female football team on PEI). He is long time coach of Cornwall Timberwolves Football Club and has coached in many different sports and clubs across PEI helping build programs.  He is a co-owner of CANWILL training, a youth-based training program with a positive message of to not only better themselves in sports, but also become better leaders in their communities.   He shares his story growing up dealing with many adversities and loses in life, and how he became the person he is today. He emphasizes on the importance of positivity, and the importance on positive roll models for youth. We talk about indigenous challenges, history, and the beauty of the culture. He describes what being Mi’kmaq means to him, fallowing his own path growing up off reserve but finding himself and great pride in his heritage.   Great talk with Richard (Lushy), he is a long-time friend and is someone I have always looked up to. Its inspiring to see all that he does and gives to the community.    Hope you enjoy!