After taking up mushing, an Army veteran has created an organization to help fellow veterans who may be struggling emotionally or mentally by involving them in the sport.
He found himself on that path while he served as an Army sniper before he left the service in 2014.
“What came of it was the new norm for me. The new norm was unhealthy, it was depressing, it was dark,” Robbins said. “It got to the point where it overtook, it overwhelmed, and ultimately, I needed help.”“All that pressure of being tough, and being strong and having that warrior mentality — it’s tough to lower that guard,” Robbins said.“That’s what’s important. Acknowledge it, realize it and be willing to make change,” Robbins said. “There is light at the end of the tunnel.
Robbins found his through sled dog racing, and wants to use that to help fellow veterans with emotional problems find their light.If you are considering suicide, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 or Stop Suicide Alaska at 1-877-266-HELP.
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