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Scendent Founder Ryan Collier on Healing Purpose & Helping the Next Generation | Raw Minds S2 Ep. 32
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From Rock Bottom to Building a Movement | Raw Minds Podcast S2 Ep. 32
In this deeply honest and powerful episode, Erick and Anthony sit down with Ryan Collier, founder of Scendent, a New Zealand-based social enterprise redefining youth mental health. Ryan shares his journey from being hospitalized with a bipolar diagnosis to building a powerful platform that funds mental health services, empowers young adults, and breaks the stigma through real impact.
This episode dives into:
Ryan’s personal experience in New Zealand’s youth mental health system
The turning point that sparked his holistic healing journey
The launch of Scendent and how it funds therapy for youth who can’t afford it
Hosting impactful events, creating media, and building community
How fear became fuel—through death diving, clean living, and purpose
Why accepting help, setting boundaries, and staying authentic matter most
Ryan’s story isn’t just about surviving it’s about leading a movement for those who feel unseen.
Connect with Ryan & Scendent
Website: www.scendent.co.nz
TikTok: @scendent
Email: [email protected]
Workshop Inquiries: Email Ryan directly—details are not yet publicly advertised.
Connect with Raw Minds Podcast
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Email: [email protected]
If Ryan’s journey inspired you, share this episode with someone who needs it and consider supporting Scendent’s mission to change lives.
#RawMindsPodcast #Scendent #YouthMentalHealth #BipolarRecovery #HolisticHealing #MentalHealthAwareness #BreakingTheStigma #MenSupportingMen #FromPainToPurpose #NewZealandMentalHealth
Chapters
1. Taking Risks and Transforming Lives (00:00:00)
2. Ryan's Mission with Sendit (00:04:42)
3. The Catalyst Moment: Hospital to Holistic Healing (00:10:40)
4. Weaning Off Medication and Side Effects (00:19:20)
5. Finding Purpose Through Mental Health Advocacy (00:31:22)
6. Overcoming Fear and Stepping Outside Comfort Zones (00:44:50)
7. Setting Boundaries and Accepting Help (00:55:18)
8. Home Is a Feeling, Not a Place (01:05:51)
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