Trent Shelton, former NFL Player on how he turned his own trauma into purpose, impact of Men's Mental Health Awareness and shares how he's helped millions with life coaching, depression and handling grief to uncover true healing.

Jun 10, 2025

Trent Shelton, a former NFL player and founder of Rehab Time, shares his compelling journey from the field to becoming a motivational speaker focused on mental health. He opens up about battling depression and the pressure men face to appear strong. Trent recounts a turning point in his life that turned pain into purpose, emphasizing that true strength comes from vulnerability. Joined by Ryan Clark, Channing Crowder, and Fred Taylor, they discuss the importance of mental health awareness, identity after sports, and the impact of grief on personal growth.

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ANECDOTE

Trent's Friend's Suicide Impact

Trent Shelton received a call informing him that his friend Anthony had committed suicide.
This tragedy sparked Trent's commitment to help others find their worth and not lose themselves after setbacks.

ANECDOTE

Identity Crisis After Football

After being repeatedly cut from NFL teams, Trent experienced an identity crisis and deep self-doubt.
The Holy Spirit inspired him to start sharing his story online, beginning a transformative journey.

INSIGHT

Self-Worth Is Internal

Self-worth is an inside job and not tied to external achievements or others' opinions.
Trent emphasizes owning your worth from birth regardless of success or failure.

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"These five words changed everything: It All Starts With You." Trent Shelton

June is Men’s Mental Health Month, and on our platform, that means leaning into the tough conversations—asking the hard questions that may be uncomfortable, but are necessary for real change. Sometimes, all it takes is one honest moment, one powerful story, to shift a mindset or spark a breakthrough.

In this special episode, we sit down with former NFL player turned motivational force and social media phenomenon, Trent Shelton, for a raw, honest, and deeply necessary dialogue about the emotional struggles many men face behind closed doors.

Joined by Ryan Clark, Channing Crowder, and Fred Taylor, Trent shares his powerful journey—from chasing NFL dreams to losing his sense of self, battling depression, and ultimately rediscovering purpose through pain. He opens up about the crushing pressure to appear strong, the stigma around vulnerability, and how real strength lies not in silence, but in healing.

Trent recounts the darkest moment in his life—when he nearly gave up—and how one glimmer of hope helped him fight his way back. Together, the guys chat about life after sports, identity crises, the importance of mental health, and how Trent transformed his lowest point into a movement with his powerful message: “It’s Rehab Time.” Inspired by the tragic loss of a close friend to suicide, Trent turned pain into purpose, creating a platform for healing and growth.

The episode takes an even more personal turn as Channing opens up about grieving the loss of his father, Fred reflects on the weight of quiet moments, and Ryan shares his thoughts on life’s next chapter. The conversation is unfiltered, vulnerable, and incredibly moving—a testament to the power of speaking truth, facing pain, and finding strength through faith, family, and brotherhood.

Whether you're an athlete, a father, or a man struggling in silence—this conversation is for you. We all have had pivotal moments and know others going through it, we hope this episode serves as a beacon of light for anyone who may need it.

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