Pushin’ Through Blu

On this episode I had the pleasure in speaking with content creator and Playstation Platinum Hunter Jono Pech about our experiences growing up and using social media / social networking platforms (the pros, cons, and everything in between), as well as our everyday dependency and habbits with our mobile phones. Hope you guys enjoy the episode and the honest conversations shared. Let Jono and I know if you did, keen to hear your feedback - Much Love! :-) - - - Australian Mental Health Support Contacts - Emergency Support Emergency Australia: Ph: 000 - Emergency New Zealand: Ph: 111 LIFELINE AUSTRALIA Website: lifeline.org.au Phone: 13 11 14 Texting Service: 0477 131 114 BEYOND BLUE Website: www.beyondblue.org.au Phone: 1300 224 636 KIDS HELP LINE - 24/7 Phone and Online Counselling Service for Young People Aged 5 to 25 Website: kidshelpline.com.au Phone: 1800 551 800 - - - Make sure to follow Jono and his podcasts / content on: Twitter: @JonoHimself Instagram: @jonohimself Website: atebit.net - - - Make sure to follow Pushin' Through Blu and Dane on: Twitter: @pushnthroughblu and @danepevy Instagram: @pushinthroughblu and @danepevy Website: www.pushinthroughblu.com Merch: www.pushinthroughblu.com/shop - - - Statistics on Devices (Sources) ROY MORGAN RESEARCH: 9 in 10 Aussie teens now have a mobile. THE ROYAL CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL: Screen Time and Kids: what’s happening in our homes? NSW DEPT OF EDUCATION: Impact of Mobile Digital Devices in Schools. FRONTIERS IN PSYCHIATRY: Problematic Use of Smartphones in Australia… is it Getting Worse? THE LONGITUDINAL STUDY OF AUSTRALIAN CHILDREN ANNUAL STATISTICAL REPORT 2015: Australian children’s screen time and participation in extracurricular activities.

2020 has certainly been a year like no other, one of which I don't think we will ever forget and hopefully won't have to go through again. Saying that, life is how we view it and there is plenty to be grateful for - and I'm not just talking about Season 2 of the Mandalorian (such a great season). I'm grateful for the extra time I spent with my family (made more special with my newborn son, Beau), the health of my family, the people I have in my life, my amazing wife and children, and the new friendships I have made throughout the year. I've also been inspired by friends who have taken this year by the balls and achieved great things - worked hard on their health, started new passion projects, doubled down on their crafts, even those who were faced with losing their jobs have taken the opportunity to pursue something else that they're passionate about (the forced change they needed to pursue something more fulfilling). We endured 2020. We completed it, its almost over - and I think we've all walked away more resilient and with a greater perspective on how quick the world can change and that whilst many things may be outside our control, we still have control as to how we view and adapt to those changes and what we make of it. Thank you once again for all of your support and for giving up your time to listen to the stories and discussions shared on this podcast - I really hope the conversations have helped you in some way and provided value. Lets make 2021 a great year. Wishing you all a safe and happy Christmas. Please look out for those around you who may not be doing ok. Stay well, be kind, much love. - Dane xo - - - Australian Mental Health Support Contacts - Emergency Support Emergency Australia: Ph: 000 - Emergency New Zealand: Ph: 111 LIFELINE AUSTRALIA Website: lifeline.org.au Phone: 13 11 14 Texting Service: 0477 131 114 BEYOND BLUE Website: www.beyondblue.org.au Phone: 1300 224 636 KIDS HELP LINE - 24/7 Phone and Online Counselling Service for Young People Aged 5 to 25 Website: kidshelpline.com.au Phone: 1800 551 800 - - - Make sure to follow Pushin' Through Blu and Dane on: Twitter: @pushnthroughblu and @danepevy Instagram: @pushinthroughblu and @danepevy Website: www.pushinthroughblu.com Merch: www.pushinthroughblu.com/shop

Hey, what's going on guys - hope you're all going well! On this episode I had the pleasure in speaking with Marie Shanley aka @Mxiety.  For those that know M, or if you’re part of her growing community, you'll know how much of a wonderful human being this lady is and how passionate she is towards her community members and creating awareness to having open and honest conversations about mental health and mental illness, breaking down the stigma and misconceptions surrounding these conversations. M is a blogger, a self-published author ('Well That Explains Is: A Completion of Researched, Personal Essays'), a Partnered Twitch Streamer, a content creator. She also keeps her tomato sauce in the fridge and is a big dog lover.   Hope you guys enjoy the episode and the conversations shared. Let Mxiety and I know if you did!  Thanks for for your time and attention guys - Much Love!  - - -   Australian Mental Health Support Contacts   - Emergency Support Emergency Australia: Ph: 000    - Emergency New Zealand: Ph: 111    LIFELINE AUSTRALIA   Website: lifeline.org.au    Phone: 13 11 14    Texting Service: 0477 131 114   BEYOND BLUE    Website: www.beyondblue.org.au    Phone: 1300 224 636   KIDS HELP LINE - 24/7 Phone and Online Counselling Service for Young People Aged 5 to 25    Website: kidshelpline.com.au Phone: 1800 551 800    - - -   Make sure you checkout Mxiety's live streams on:  Twitch: Twitch.tv/Mxiety  YouTube: youtube.com/mxiety Twitter: @mxiety Instagram: @mxiety Website: www.mxiety.com - - -   Make sure to follow Pushin' Through Blu and Dane on:   Twitter: @pushnthroughblu and @danepevy   Instagram: @pushinthroughblu and @danepevy  Website: www.pushinthroughblu.com Merch: www.pushinthroughblu.com/shop

Hey guys, what's going on? Welcome back to the Pushin' Through Blu podcast. Returning to the podcast is guest Brad Jolly (@BlessRNG) to chat with Dane about 'Cancel Culture', offering a different perspective and insight shared from his own lived experiences. IMPORTANT TW: this episode does talk about subjects on depression, suicide ideation, and relationship trauma. Please be mindful of this before listing to this episode and your own mental health. If you do need support, please reach out for help by contacting Lifeline Australia on Ph: 13 11 14, the Suicide Call Back Service on Ph: 1300 659 467, or the Kids Help Line on 1800 55 1800. I hope you enjoy the episode, I hope you find value from the conversations shared. If you do, please reach out to Brad and Pushin' Through Blu on our socials and let us know your thoughts and feedback. We also appreciate you taking the time to share this podcast with a friend, family member, someone who you feel would benefit from listening the to stories and conversations being shared. Make sure to Rate, Review and Subscribe to the podcast (it really does help us out A LOT) - as well as following us across our socials (Twitter, Instagram and Facebook). Much love, stay well. - - - Australian Mental Health Support Contacts - Emergency Support Emergency Australia: Ph: 000 - Emergency New Zealand: Ph: 111 LIFELINE AUSTRALIA Website: lifeline.org.au Phone: 13 11 14 Texting Service: 0477 131 114 BEYOND BLUE Website: www.beyondblue.org.au Phone: 1300 224 636 KIDS HELP LINE - 24/7 Phone and Online Counselling Service for Young People Aged 5 to 25 Website: kidshelpline.com.au Phone: 1800 551 800 - - - Make sure you checkout Brad's live streams and creative contact on: YOUTUBE: youtube.com/BlessRNG TWITTER: @BlessRNG INSTAGRAM: @Blessrngee - - - Make sure to follow Pushin' Through Blu and Dane across our socials on: TWITTER: @pushnthroughblu and @danepevy INSTAGRAM: @pushinthroughblu and @danepevy WEBSITE: www.pushinthroughblu.com MERCH: www.pushinthroughblu.com/shop

On this episode I spoke with TGH (Jay), an American Partnered Twitch Broadcaster and competitive (and current world record holder) video game speedrunner all about speedrunning, the time and dedication he has invested into his craft, the mental toughness involved in being a speedrunner and his mindset and approach to improving himself in whatever he sets out to achieve.  We also speak about how having the right mindset and perspective in whatever you set out to do plays such an important role in looking after yourself and your mental health. Hope you guys enjoy the episode and the conversations shared. Let Jay and I know if you did!  - - -  Australian Mental Health Support Contacts  - Emergency Support Emergency Australia: Ph: 000   - Emergency New Zealand: Ph: 111   LIFELINE AUSTRALIA  Website: lifeline.org.au   Phone: 13 11 14   Texting Service: 0477 131 114  BEYOND BLUE   Website: www.beyondblue.org.au   Phone: 1300 224 636  KIDS HELP LINE - 24/7 Phone and Online Counselling Service for Young People Aged 5 to 25   Website: kidshelpline.com.au   Phone: 1800 551 800   - - -  Make sure you checkout Jay's live streams on Twitch and his highlight speedrun videos on YouTube:  TWITCH: twitch.tv/tgh_sr  YOUTUBE: youtube.com/TheGuitahHeroe SPEEDRUN CELESTE: https://www.speedrun.com/celeste - - -  Make sure to follow Pushin' Through Blu on:  TWITTER: @pushnthroughblu and @danepevy  INSTAGRAM: @pushinthroughblu and @danepevy WEBSITE: www.pushinthroughblu.com

What's going on guys? I recently had the pleasure of jumping on ATEBIT's 'The Hungry Game Show' podcast, a trivia game show style podcast where host of the show and all round legend, Brendan White, tested my knowledge on the 2018 surprise indie hit 'Celeste' by Matt Makes Games. Hope you guys enjoy the episode, Much Love! FOLLOW Brendan @brendanatebit - Dane @danepevy - ATEBIT @weareATEBIT WEBSITE: http://atebit.net - www.pushinthroughblu.com

Hey Legends! Uploading this episode on Father's Day (6th Sept 2020) here in Australia, so a big HAPPY FATHER'S DAY shoutout to all the fellow dads out there. Hope you guys also got a cuppa in bed and some pretty awesome artwork like I did (even got a sleep in - WINNING!). On this episode I'm joined by R U OK? Community Ambassador for Newcastle Ben Burgess to talk about his own mental health journey, about how R U OK? Day acts as an important reminder and call to action for something that we should all be mindful of each and everyday (not just one day a year), but also what to do next after asking someone if they're ok and the answer is "no, I'm not ok". I hope you enjoy the episode and get some value from the conversations shared. If you do, please make sure to share the episode / podcast across your own socials to help share the message for anyone else that may need to hear it. Also, if you haven't done so already, take 2mins and go leave us a review / rating on your podcast listening service of choice - means a lot legends! Much love! - - - R U OK? Contacts WEBSITE: ruok.org.au TWITTER: @ruokday INSTAGRAM: @ruokday? - - - AUSTRALIAN MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT CONTACTS Emergency Support Emergency Australia: Ph: 000 Emergency New Zealand: Ph: 111 LIFELINE AUSTRALIA Website: lifeline.org.au Phone: 13 11 14 Texting Service: 0477 131 114 BEYOND BLUE Website: www.beyondblue.org.au Phone: 1300 224 636 KIDS HELP LINE - 24/7 Phone and Online Counselling Service for Young People Aged 5 to 25 Website: kidshelpline.com.au Phone: 1800 551 800 - - - Make sure to follow Ben and Real365 on; INSTAGRAM: @real365collective and @real365.fit - - - Make sure to follow Dane on: INSTAGRAM: @danepevy TWITTER: @danepevy - - - Make sure to follow Pushin' Through Blu across our socials on: TWITTER: @pushnthroughblu INSTAGRAM: @pushinthroughblu WEBSITE: www.pushinthroughblu.com

Hey what's going on guys - sorry for the delay on this one! Big heartfelt thank you for all the support you throw at this podcast and taking time out of your busy lives to listen and share it with others.   On this episode I'm joined by full-time video game content creator and influencer NAYSY, where we deep dive into conversations on content creation and mental health. Massive thank you again to Naysy for giving up her time and sharing with us her lived experiences and insight into this important topic - hope it resonates with you guys and bring value.  Stay safe, much love! - - - Australian Mental Health Support Contacts - Emergency Support Emergency Australia: Ph: 000  - Emergency New Zealand: Ph: 111  LIFELINE AUSTRALIA Website: lifeline.org.au  Phone: 13 11 14  Texting Service: 0477 131 114 BEYOND BLUE  Website: www.beyondblue.org.au  Phone: 1300 224 636 KIDS HELP LINE - 24/7 Phone and Online Counselling Service for Young People Aged 5 to 25  Website: kidshelpline.com.au  Phone: 1800 551 800  - - - Make sure you checkout Naysy's content, BeatSaber + VR videos on: TWITCH: twitch.tv/naysy YOUTUBE: youtube.com/naysy TIKTOK: @naysy_twitch  TWITTER: @Naysy INSTAGRAM: @Naysy  - - - Make sure to follow Pushin' Through Blu on: TWITTER: @pushnthroughblu INSTAGRAM: @pushinthroughblu WEBSITE: www.pushinthroughblu.com

On this episode, Tim (@UberTimmeh) joins me on the podcast to talk about his weigh loss journey, building self-confidence within yourself as a person across all aspects, his relationship breakup, experiences he's faced as single parent, his own mental health journey (including the stigma and misconceptions surrounding men's mental health), life, content creation and so much more. I'm so grateful and appreciateive to have the opportunity to talk with Tim, to listen to his experiences and insights on life, the incredible love he has for his son and on life. I really hope you guys enjoy the episode and that Tim's story shared helps you with your own mental health journey. ---------- Australian Mental Health Support Contacts - Emergency Support Emergency Australia: Ph: 000 Emergency New Zealand: Ph: 111 - Lifeline Australia WEBSITE: lifeline.org.au PHONE: 13 11 14 TEXTING SERVICE: 0477 131 114 - Beyondblue Australia WEBSITE: www.beyondblue.org.au ANXIETY FACTS: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/the-facts/anxiety PHONE: 1300 224 636 - MensLine Australia (24/7 Counselling Service) WEBSITE: mensline.org.au PHONE: (03) 8371 2851 - Kids Help Line - 24/7 Phone and Online Counselling Service for Young People Aged 5 to 25 WEBSITE: kidshelpline.com.au PHONE: 1800 551 800 ---------- Make sure to follow Tim across his socials and to check out his streams on Twitch: TWITCH (STREAMING): twitch.tb/uber_timmeh INSTAGRAM: @ubertimmeh TWITTER: UberTimmeh ---------- You can also follow Pushin' Through Blu across our socials via: WEBSITE: pushinthroughblu.com TWITTER: @pushnthroughblu INSTAGRAM: @pushinthroughblu FACEBOOK: @pushinthroughblu

On Episode 19, I had the opportunity to speak with mental health professional, Corinne Coe, all about Anxiety and Panic Attacks. Corinne is a Clinical Psychologist with almost 20 years of experience treating and helping others manage their Anxiety, Depression and mental illnesses. Corinne is an author of the self-help book: "Heal your mind - Heal your life", a cognitative behavioural therapy book offering simple and effective techniques for overcoming both Anxiety and Depression. On the episode, Corinne shares her knowledge on the fundamentals of what anxiety is (both the good and bad sides of the force), we discuss simple but effective techniques to help manage the symptoms (the frequency and intensity), and finally ways in which you can learn to deal with our anxiety (by identifying the cause / origin and working through to recovery). If you are interested in Corinne's 3 step online treatment program (1 hour in total of videos): "Heal Your Anxiety", head to: https://www.corinnecoe.com/~corinnj8/heal-your-anxiety/ Reach out to me via Instagram or Twitter on @DanePevy and send me a direct message to receive a code for 30% off the program (numbers limited!). Hope you guys enjoy the episode - Much Love! ---------- Australian Mental Health Support Contacts - Kids Help Line - 24/7 Phone and Online Counselling Service for Young People Aged 5 to 25 WEBSITE: kidshelpline.com.au PHONE: 1800 551 800 - Lifeline Australia WEBSITE: lifeline.org.au PHONE: 13 11 14 TEXTING SERVICE: 0477 131 114 - Beyondblue Australia WEBSITE: www.beyondblue.org.au ANXIETY FACTS: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/the-facts/anxiety PHONE: 1300 224 636 ---------- If you would like to reach out to Corinne with any questions you may have, you can do so via: WEBSITE & BLOG: www.corinnecoe.com INSTAGRAM: @corinnecoepsychology EMAIL: corinnecoepsychology@gmail.com ---------- You can also follow Pushin' Through Blu across our socials via: WEBSITE: pushinthroughblu.com TWITTER: @pushnthroughblu INSTAGRAM: @pushinthroughblu FACEBOOK: @pushinthroughblu

Working on our mental health is a constant journey, something that we have to invest into each and everyday, to become the best version of ourselves, and be better equipped to take on whatever life throws at us. On Episode 18, I spoke with Matt Runnalls, Founder and CEO of the non-profit mental health foundation Mindfull Aus. Matt shares his own lived experiences on losing 8 mates to suicide, living with mental illness, being a survivor of suicide attempts, to now being the CEO of Mindfull Aus and using his own trauma to help others by sharing his story, creating awareness, providing education and tools to help others who may be struggling, as well as building resilience to take on the ongoing challenges life throws at us. Matt is a motivational and guest speaker, having travelled around Australia and the world sharing his messages of Love, Belonging, Connection and Purpose. Matt is also a mental health and suicide prevention advocate, working tirelessly with young children to build programs to help better education and build emotional resilience for our next generation. He also does a lot of work within remote and rural areas of Australia, areas where suicide rates are far higher, in an effort to reduce those numbers, saving lives through education, acceptance, and sharing his lived experiences. Loved chatting with Matt. He's such a genuine person and wants to simply be the teacher to others that he never had on this topic. Changing lives one conversation at a time. Hope you enjoy the episode guys and it bring you with value - much love! ---------- Australian Mental Health Support Contacts - Kids Help Line - 24/7 Phone and Online Counselling Service for Young People Aged 5 to 25 WEBSITE: kidshelpline.com.au PHONE: 1800 551 800 - Lifeline Australia WEBSITE: lifeline.org.au PHONE: 13 11 14 TEXTING SERVICE: 0477 131 114 - Beyondblue Australia WEBSITE: www.beyondblue.org.au PHONE: 1300 224 636 ---------- If you would like to follow Matt and Mindfull Aus and the amazing work they're doing, you can find them at: WEBSITE: mindfullaus.org TWITTER: @MindfullausMatt INSTAGRAM: @matt.runnalls and @mindfullaus FACEBOOK: facebook.com/mindfullaus ---------- You can also follow Pushin' Through Blu across our socials via: WEBSITE: pushinthroughblu.com TWITTER: @pushnthroughblu INSTAGRAM: @pushinthroughblu FACEBOOK: @pushinthroughblu

This Side Note episode is a recording I did this week on Simone Blackburn's music podcast, Take My Tone. I hope you guys enjoy the episode. If you do, please make sure to let us know via the socials and to check out all the awesome past episodes and guests on the  Take My Tone. Twitter: @pushnthroughblu Instagram: @pushinthroughblu Website: pushinthroughblu.com Show note details listed below. - Take My Tone - Episode Notes Back a Billie Eilish beat? Or embrace the scene of Fassine? Song 1 - 'everything I wanted' by Billie Eilish Song 2 - 'Limbs' by Fassine Visit takemytone.com for all links and credits, as well as all things about the podcast and previous episodes. Twitter: @takemytone Instagram: @takemytone Podcast episodes can be found across all good podcast listening services.

On Episode 17, I spoke with Casey Lyons, the Co-Founder and CEO of the Australian mental health charity 'LIVIN'. Casey shares his story on why LIVIN was formed, how the team are working to change the way we view and interpret mental health and mental illness, kickstarting conversations through their LIVIN apparel. Casey also shares some really important practical information about the importance of self-care, what are some of the signs that someone may not be doing ok, how to have these conversations and what happens if the response is that they’re not doing ok. ---------- Casey is sharing his story and experiences, in an effort to help others that may share a similar story, as well as to promote the message "It Aint Weak To Speak", to remove the stigma surrounding mental illness (both internal that we place upon ourselves, but also external that others associate with it), and provide further education towards suicide prevention. ---------- Australian Mental Health Support Contacts - Kids Help Line - 24/7 Phone and Online Counselling Service for Young People Aged 5 to 25 Website: kidshelpline.com.au Support Phone: 1800 551 800 - Lifeline Australia Website: lifeline.org.au Phone: 13 11 14 Texting Service: 0477 131 114 - Beyondblue Australia Website: www.beyondblue.org.au Phone: 1300 224 636 ---------- If you would like to follow LIVIN and their amazing community, they can be found across all the social platforms via @livinorg Website: www.living.org ---------- You can also follow Pushin' Through Blu across our socials via: Twitter: @pushnthroughblu Instagram: @pushinthroughblu Facebook: @pushinthroughblu

On Episode 16, I was extremely fortunate to speak with Sarah, a 22 year old mental health advocate and Instagram blogger about her own experiences and challenges she has faced in her life with body image and eating disorders. We spoke about how at such a young age, Sarah had mentally accepted and linked being happy and popular to being thin - where your weight and physically appearance carried a significant amount of social currency. Sarah opened up about here experiences in seeking help through the support of her parents, her turbulent journey in seeking help, receiving treatment, as well as her relapse experiences and learnings. We spoke about the misconceptions people can have with separating reality and fantasy, as portrayed across our social media platforms, as well as across general modern culture. The importance of being better educated, in an effort to build resilience and build confidence in your own body image and self-worth.  That the numbers should never define your own self-worth. Do not be defined by your illness. Stop trying to be anyone else but yourself and love you for the qualities that make you you, both good and bad. No one is perfect, so stop looking for it.  Find your happiness by finding and accepting who you are, unconditionally - without being distracted or slowed down by the noise of other's negative opinions or mindsets. Wasted energy. ----------  Sarah is sharing her story and experiences, in an effort to help others that may share a similar story, as well as to help better educate non-suffers, to help remove the stigma and common misconceptions surrounding eating disorders and promote positive body image and a mantra to 'Ditch the Digits'.  ----------  Australian Mental Health Support Contacts - The Butterfly Foundation - Support for Eating Disorders and Body Image Issues Website: thebutterflyfoundation.org.au Support Phone: 1800 334 673 Support Email: support@thebutterflyfoundation.org.au - Kids Help Line - 24/7 Phone and Online Counselling Service for Young People Aged 5 to 25 Website: kidshelpline.com.au Support Phone: 1800 551 800 - Lifeline Australia Website: lifeline.org.au Phone: 13 11 14  Texting Service: 0477 131 114  - Beyondblue Website: www.beyondblue.org.au Phone: 1300 224 636   ----------  If you would like to follow Sarah and her blog, she can be found on Instagram: @simply.saz ----------  You can also follow the Pushin' Through Blu on:  Twitter: @pushnthroughblu  Instagram: @pushinthroughblu  Facebook: @pushinthroughblu

On Episode 15, I spoke with Jordan Brown, creator of thementalhealthupdate.com and mental health advocate about: - Jordan’s own experiences and learnings about caring for a love one with a mental illness - on his own struggles with anxiety and depression, including his post surgery depression, which is more common than many people realize - Jordan also talks about how he feels he was failed by the mental health system, when doctors fail to warn patients about the risks associated with post surgery depression or the mental health challengers so many are affected by when healing from a physical injury - how it took Jordan driving himself to the medical ER to receive a proper assessment, diagnosis and the right treatment for him - how important (and hard) it is to keep going when you are suffering, to keep pushing forward to seek the right diagnosis and treatment - how important having a well balanced life when looking after your own mental health and implementing self care - Jordan’s journey is sharing mental health awareness through authentic written articles, poetry and being active on Twitter with messages of support and insight - how he has been building a positive mental health community online - how he continues to manage his own mental health and so much more. ---------- Jordan is sharing his story and experiences, in an effort to help others that may share a similar story, as well as to help better educate non-suffers, to help remove the stigma and common misconceptions surrounding mental illness and promote the importance of looking after your mental health. ---------- Australian Support Contacts & Articles on Post Surgery Depression Lifeline:13 11 14 Lifeline Texting Service:0477 131 114 Beyondblue:1300 224 636 Information on the 'Mental Health Care Plan': https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-care-plan National Helplines for Anxiety & Depression: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support/national-help-lines-and-websites Understanding Postsurgery Depression: https://www.healthline.com/health/depression-after-surgery Signs and Symptoms of Depression after Surgery or Illness: https://www.verywellhealth.com/depression-and-surgery-3157203 ---------- If you would like to follow Jordan: Website: thementalhealthupdate.com Daily Newsletter: newsletter. thementalhealthupdate.com Twitter: @JPBrown5 ---------- You can also follow the Pushin' Through Blu on: Twitter: @pushnthroughblu Instagram: @pushintroughblu Facebook: @pushinthroughblu

Thank you for your ongoing support and in helping to make conversations surrounding mental health easier to start. Speak to you again soon in 2020. ---------- Australian Support Contacts Lifeline: 13 11 14 Lifeline Texting Service: 0477 131 114 Beyondblue: 1300 224 636 Information on the 'Mental Health Care Plan: https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-care-plan ---------- Music by Chillhop Music Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yimlIZEJwPY&t=772s Make sure to check out and subscribe to the YourTube channel if you enjoyed the tracks. ---------- You can also follow the Pushin' Through Blu on: Twitter: @pushnthroughblu Instagram: @pushinthroughblu Facebook: @pushinthroughblu

On Episode 14, I spoke with Jessi, or more commonly known across her socials and on Twitch as 'Rockamummy', about anxiety. Specifically, we talk about Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD) and Social Anxiety. We spoke about: - Jessi’s own experiences with generalized and social anxiety - where she feels it may have stemmed from - the symptoms and signs from someone that may be suffering from anxiety - if suffering from anxiety has had an impact on Jessi’s everyday life - how Jessi has learned to manage her anxiety, through coping strategies, knowing her limits, but also challenging herself. Jessi also shares her story about her experiences at PAX Australia over the years, and how she has continued to learn to manage her social anxiety at such a massive annual convention. ---------- Jessi is sharing her story and experiences, in an effort to help others that may share a similar story, that may also be suffering from severe anxiety, as well as to help better educate non-suffers, to remove the stigma and common misconceptions surrounding this mental illness. ---------- Australian Support Contacts & Anxiety Health Organisations / Communities Lifeline:13 11 14 Lifeline Texting Service:0477 131 114 Beyondblue:1300 224 636 Information on the 'Mental Health Care Plan':https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-care-plan What is Severe Anxiety: https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/clinical-resources/anxiety/what-is-anxiety Understanding Anxiety – for Friends and Family:https://headspace.org.au/friends-and-family/what-is-anxiety-in-children/ Anxiety Management Strategies: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/the-facts/anxiety/treatments-for-anxiety/anxiety-management-strategies?gclid=Cj0KCQiAk7TuBRDQARIsAMRrfUZc_XW_sBhVQRSzO9NDycMT4iNROfawN2ySwMhKxB41VJgLWqG-mfAaArEsEALw_wcB ---------- If you would like to follow Rockamummy: Twitch: twitch.tv/rockamummy Twitter: @Rockamummy Instagram: @Rockamummy Website: rockamummy.com ---------- You can also follow the Pushin' Through Blu on: Twitter: @pushnthroughblu Instagram: @pushintroughblu Facebook: @pushinthroughblu

On Episode 13, I was fortunate to speak with special guest, Streamer Manager for MC ESPORTS and mental health advocate, Leishaaa321 on the topic of 'Mental Health and the Benefits of Video Games'. We dive into: - the charity work she does with MC ESPORTS, raising awareness and funds for mental health organisations - the panel she has organised at PAX Australia this year on 'Mental Health and the Benefits of Video Games' - unpacking some of theses benefits - where we feel mental health has been depicted well in video games, and where sometimes not so much - how cathartic a video game experience can be for both sufferers and non-sufferers when done well. ---------- Leishaaa321's panel at PAX Australia this year is scheduled for Saturday 12th October 2pm in the Fruit Bat Theatre. If you’re heading to PAX this year and have some time to check this panel out, please do and let me know what you thought. ---------- Australian Support Contacts & BPD Health Organisations / Communities Lifeline: 13 11 14 Lifeline Texting Service: 0477 131 114 Beyondblue: 1300 224 636 Information on the 'Mental Health Care Plan': https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-care-plan CheckPoint Organisation: checkpointorg.com ---------- If you would like to follow Leishaaa321 Twitter: @leishaaa321 Twitch: twitch.tv/leishaaa321 Instagram: @Leishaaa321 ---------- If you would like to contact or follow MC ESPORTS Twitter: @MCE_AU Instagram: @mce_au ---------- You can also follow the Pushin' Through Blu on: Twitter: @pushnthroughblu Instagram: @pushintroughblu Facebook: @pushinthroughblu

On Episode 12, I sat down with R U OK? Day Ambassador, Craig Mack, in an effort to better understand the purpose behind R U OK? the organisation, as well as their national day: R U OK? Day. Craig and I talked about: - the history and purpose behind R U OK? the organisation and R U OK? Day - Craig’s involvement with R U OK? and why he became an R U OK? Day Ambassador - breaking down the important message: “Trust the Signs, Trust your Gut, Ask R U OK?” - how conversations and connecting with others can have a positive effect to a person’s head space and mental wellbeing. ---------- Craig also shares some of his own personal struggles, living with depression and an ongoing battle with suicidal ideation. Craig shares his story, in an effort to help others who may be experiencing the same or similar signs of mental illness, that you are not alone and to please reach out for help. If you are in crisis, please reach out for help by contacting one of the immediate / urgent support services listed below (Lifeline, Suicide Callback service, Beyond Blue). ---------- Services - Immediate / Urgent Support Lifeline - https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Suicide Callback Service - https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/ Mental Health Helplines - https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-helplines ---------- Australian Support Contacts Services Lifeline -13 11 14 Lifeline Texting Service - 0477 131 114 Beyondblue -1300 224 636 Information on the 'Mental Health Care Plan' - https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-care-plan ---------- R U OK Resources Recognise Signs - https://www.ruok.org.au/signs How to Ask - https://www.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask Find Help - https://www.ruok.org.au/findhelp ---------- A Sample of Support / Self Care Tools and Programs Beyond Blue New Access - https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support/newaccess/about-newaccess Black Dog Bite Back ( youth focus) - https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/getting-help/self-help-tools-apps/bite-back Headgear - BlackDog / Beyond Blue / Movember Mental Health App - https://apps.apple.com/au/app/headgear/id1160049475 ---------- You can find and follow R U Ok? Twitter: @ruokday Instagram: @ruokday Website: ruok.org.au ---------- If you would like to follow Craig Mack Twitter: @CraigOnToast Instagram: craigontoast Website: craigontoast.com ---------- You can also follow Pushin' Through Bluon: Twitter: @pushnthroughblu Instagram: @pushintroughblu Facebook: @pushinthroughblu

On Episode 11, I sat down with special guest, Player2HQ co-founder and mental health advocate, Cat B to talk about ‘Borderline Personality Disorder’ (BPD). Through Cat’s own journey living with BPD, we talk about: - what is BPD - some of the signs and symptoms a diagnosed BPD suffer may experience - daily challenges people living with BPD may experience - the myths and misconceptions surrounding this commonly misunderstood mental illness. What's true and what's not. - some of the important things non-suffers should be mindful of if they have a friend, a family member, or someone close to them that suffers from BPD. ---------- Cat also speaks openly about her own experiences living with mental illness, sharing her own story, the challenges she has faced, her history with treatments and recovery, how she continues to learn to manage her own mental health. Cat is sharing her story and experiences, in an effort to help others that may share a similar story, that may also be diagnosed with having BPD, as well as to help better educate non-suffers, to remove the stigma and common misconceptions surrounding this mental illness. ---------- Australian Support Contacts & BPD Health Organisations / Communities Lifeline:13 11 14 Lifeline Texting Service:0477 131 114 Beyondblue:1300 224 636 Information on the 'Mental Health Care Plan':https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-care-plan The Mighty– safe, supportive communities for people facing health challenges: themighty.com The Blurt Foundation– helping those affected by depression: blurtitout.org Australian BPD Foundation:bpdfoundation.org.au ---------- If you would like to follow Cat: Twitter: @catstead_ ---------- If you would like to contact or follow Player2HQ: Twitter: @Player2Hq Instagram: @player2_hq Website: player2hq.com ---------- You can also follow the Pushin' Through Blu on: Twitter: @pushnthroughblu Instagram: @pushintroughblu Facebook: @pushinthroughblu

Hey guys! Just a quick Side Note episode, joined by my little partner in crime (my son :-P) Letting you guys know what I'm working on, some insight into future episodes and why I feel its important that we open up this platform to start having conversations with members from mental health organisations and charities, in an effort to help provide awareness and transparency to the work they do and the resources and help they have to offer everyday people like you and I. Appreciate any feedback you can share on these episodes once released - let me know what you think and if they provided you with value and some new perspective. Much love guys, take care of yourselves. - Dane

Welcome to the 'Pushin’ Through Blu' Podcast. On Episode 10, Eldar Basic joins the podcast to share his own insights and perspective on the question: 'Do the people around us have an influence to our own mental health and happiness?' I also got to speak with about Eldar about his recent experiences in writing and publishing his first book, 'Echoes of the Holograph'. We snuck in some DRAGONBALL chat too :-P Enjoy the episode guys! ---------- If you found value in this podcast or feel it may help someone you know, please make sure you share it. Also, if you can rate - leave an iTunes review - subscribe to the podcast, it really goes a long way in helping us share these important stories and messages to help others. ---------- Australian Support Contacts Lifeline: 13 11 14 Lifeline Texting Service: 0477 131 114 Beyondblue: 1300 224 636 Information on the 'Mental Health Care Plan': https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-care-plan ---------- Eldar can be found on: Twitter: @eldarbasically Instagram: @eldarbasically Eldar's podcast, 'Eldar Talks Games', can be found on: Twitter: @eldartalksgames The podcast can be found on iTunes, Applepodcasts, Spotify and Google play Elder's book, 'Echoes of the Holograph', is available NOW on Amazon Kindle and Paperback: Paperback: https://t.co/sY2nhuEt1o?amp=1 Kindle: https://t.co/SUMzJRn1lY Please go check out Elder's content and new book! ---------- You can also follow the Pushin' Through Blu Podcast on: Twitter: @pushnthroughblu Instagram: @pushintroughblu Facebook: @pushinthroughblu Much Love - Take Care of Yourself and Each Other

Welcome to the 'Pushin’ Through Blu' Podcast. On Episode 9, Ryan Betson shares his story and experiences with: - how video and table-top games are changing lives at genU Gamer - becoming a father for the first time, both the miracle and the struggles - how his perspective and approach to creating content with The Popculturists has changed over time - his own mental health challenges with anxiety and how he has been learning to recognise the signs early and managing his thoughts through applied acknowledgement and logic. 'You need to own it, in order to accept it'. ---------- Ryan is sharing his own experiences, in an effort to bring awareness to mental health, not only to other content creators, but to anyone who may be going through the same thoughts and feelings, to know that you are not alone, and to offer some insight and techniques for both recognising the signs early, as well assisting to manage. ---------- If you found value in this podcast or feel it may help someone you know, please make sure you share it. Also, if you can rate - leave an iTunes review - subscribe to the podcast, it really goes a long way in helping us share these important stories and messages to help others. ---------- Australian Support Contacts Lifeline: 13 11 14 Lifeline Texting Service: 0477 131 114 Beyondblue: 1300 224 636 Information on the 'Mental Health Care Plan': https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-care-plan ---------- genUGamers can be found on: Twitter: @GenUGAMER Instagram: @genugamer Website: genu.org.au Please go give these guys a follow, show them some love and support! ---------- The Popculturists and Ryan Betson can be found on: YouTube: YouTube.com.au/thepopculturists Twitter: @PopCulturistsAU and @HaggardMC Instagram: @thepopculturists Website: thepopculturists.com Please go give Ryan and these guys a follow, show them some love and support! ---------- You can also follow the Pushin' Through Blu Podcast on: Twitter: @pushnthroughblu Instagram: @pushintroughblu Facebook: @pushinthroughblu Much Love - Take Care of Yourself

Hey guys, welcome back to The Pushin’ Through Blu Podcast. On this 'Side Note' episode, I spoke with Perko, Wilko and Butters from The Mega Cast about: - mental health and video games (including within our video gaming communities) - signs to be aware of that may point to a friend or person you know online to be experiencing a mental health problem and may need to talk - how can could approach the situation - how do you yourself know if you may need to talk to someone or seek professional help - and what are ways you can get help. ___ Australian Mental Health Contacts Life Line Australia - Ph: 13 11 14 (lifeline.org.au) Beyond Blue - Ph: 1300 22 46 36 (beyondblue.com.au) Sane Australia - Ph: 1800 18 72 63 (sane.org) ___ You can find 'Ultra Super Mega' at: Website: ultrasupermega.com.au Twitter: @UltraSuperMega_ Instagram: @ultrasupermega Discord: https://discordapp.com/invite/XvjrrPm ___ You can find 'Pushin Through Blu' at: Website: https://anchor.fm/pushin-through-blu-podcast Twitter: @PushnThroughBlu Instagram: @PushinThroughBlu Podcast is available on Anchor FM, iTunes, Applepodcasts, Spotify, Breaker, Cashbox, Google Podcasts, Over Cast, Pocketcast, RadioPublic, Stitcher.

Welcome to the 'Pushin’ Through Blu' Podcast. Joined with me for Episode 8, Australian Partnered Twitch Streamer and SMG Studio Community Manager, Brad Jolly (AKA BlessRNG). Brad and I chat about: - his origin story in becoming one of Australia's most well recognised Twitch streamers and the reasons behind why he streams - the awareness Brad has been sharing across his socials about his own mental illness struggles, using the hashtag #RNGHeadspace to document his own journey, but to also promote awareness and support to those who may be experiencing the same or similar thoughts, that they are not along - Brad opens up about his experiences suffering from Suicidal Ideation, including how a combination of life events in a short period of time took a toll on his own mental health - how a friend had pointed out to Brad that he should seek help, and how that conversation resulted in Brad speaking with his doctor, getting on the Mental Health Care Plan, and started receiving professional help from a recommended therapist - how Brad has been learning to manage his own mental health, where he finds strength through the bad days, and the importance of implementing self-care - I also get Brad's insight and perspective on mental health within his exposure to the Twitch community. With streams and content creators. I got a lot of new perspective and insight from listening to Brad's story about his own mental health journey, I really hope you do too. If you or someone you know may be experiencing the same or similar signs of mental health / mental illness as discussed on this podcast, please know that help is available and that you are not alone. Please speak with your doctor about it, to access professional help and support. - - - Australian Support Contacts Lifeline: 13 11 14 Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467 Lifeline Texting Service: 0477 131 114 Beyondblue: 1300 224 636 https://www.beyondblue.org.au/home Sane Australia Helpline: 1800 187 263 Information on the 'Mental Health Care Plan': https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-care-plan American Support Contacts Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 - - - Brad Jolly - BlessRNG Twitch Channel: Twitch.tv/BlessRNG Twitter: @BlessRNGee Instagram: @BlessRNGee - - - You can also follow 'Pushin' Through Blu' on: Twitter: @pushnthroughblu Twitter: @DanePevy Instagram: @pushinthroughblu Instagram: @DanePevy Facebook: @pushinthroughblu #MentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #BreakTheStigma

Welcome to the 'Pushin’ Through Blu' Podcast. Joined with me for episode 7, host and creator of the Black Mental Health Podcast, Reginald Howard. Reg and I talk about: - his experiences dealing with his own mental health / mental illness struggles, surrounding his family relationships, the pressure of becoming a father for the first time, and a recent car accident he was involved in and how his physical injuries have also left mental challenges for him to now overcome - what the 'Black Mental Health Podcast' is all about and why it was created - Reg shares his insights and perspective on the mental health and mental illness situation within his own community, the African American community within America, and how he is trying to make a difference within his own community, by sharing his and other's stories - what options of treatment are available and other alternatives (not replacements) for those who may not be able to access professional help straight away - the problems surrounding self medicating and the concerns surrounding this short term 'band-aid to a broken arm' type fix to your mental well-being - the power of having open and honest conversations about your own mental health. If you or someone you know may be experiencing the same or similar signs of mental health / mental illness as discussed on this podcast, please know that help is available and that you are not alone. Please speak with your doctor about it, to access professional help and support. - - - Australian Support Contacts Lifeline: 13 11 14 Lifeline Texting Service: 0477 131 114 Beyondblue: 1300 224 636 https://www.beyondblue.org.au/home Sane Australia Helpline: 1800 187 263 Information on the 'Mental Health Care Plan': https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-care-plan http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/content/pacd-gp-mental-health-care-pdf-qa American Support Contacts Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 - - - Reginald Howard - Contact Details The Black Mental Health Podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/464IOIGOsIUZPDV7ani1VB Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/black-mental-health-podcast/id1394583671 PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/black-mental-health-podcast Twitter: @ReginaldAHoward Instagram: @reginaldahoward Website & Book (Suffering into Success): https://reginaldahoward.com/ - - - You can also follow 'Pushin' Through Blu' on: Twitter: @pushnthroughblu Twitter: @DanePevy Instagram: @pushinthroughblu Facebook: @pushinthroughblu #MentalHealth #MentalHealthMatters #BreakTheStigma

Welcome to the 'Pushin’ Through Blu' Podcast. On this Side Note episode, I wanted to talk about the Australian Government's 'Mental Health Care Plan' - what is it - who may be eligible for it - how people can access it - what benefits are associated with the plan for those who are eligible to receive it (i.e. Medicare rebates and access to a range of health professionals) - as well as some of my own personal experiences shared when speaking to my doctor about it and accessing the plan for myself. I believe it's important that people are aware this plan exists, if not for themselves then for maybe for someone they know (friend or family member), that may be going through their own mental health challengers and would benefit from knowing this plan and financial assistance is available. If you feel that you have concerns about your own mental health, please speak with your doctor about it, to access professional help and support. - - - Australian Support Contacts Lifeline: 13 11 14 Lifeline Texting Service: 0477 131 114 Beyondblue: 1300 224 636 https://www.beyondblue.org.au/home Information on the 'Mental Health Care Plan': https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-care-plan http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/content/pacd-gp-mental-health-care-pdf-qa - - - The TwitchyCoffee Podcast Kazleberry Podcast Episode: https://anchor.fm/thetwitchycoffeepodcast/episodes/7---Kazleberry-e3j1kt/a-acd599 - - - You can also follow 'Pushin' Through Blu' on: Twitter: @pushnthroughblu Instagram: @pushinthroughblu Facebook: @pushinthroughblu #MentalHealth #MentalHealthMatters #FightTheStigma

Welcome to the 'Pushin’ Through Blu' Podcast.  On Episode 6, Eric Zauch, host and creator of 'Nintendo By Numbers' shares his story and experiences with:  - his decision to leave the security of his full-time job within the building industry, to chase his dream of becoming a full-time YouTube content creator - his passion for all things Nintendo - we talked about the emotional roller coaster he has been on since creating content full-time and the affects it can have on one's mental health, and to those around them  - Eric shares his own experiences, as well as offering insights as to what has helped him manage the stress, the creative blocks for coming up with new content ideas, as well as the feeling of self-doubt and worry of letting others close to you down. ----------  Eric is sharing his own experiences, in an effort to bring awareness to mental health, not only to other content creators, but to anyone who may be going through the same thoughts and feelings, to know that you are not alone, and to offer some insight and techniques for both recognising the signs early, as well assisting  to manage.  ----------  If you found value in this podcast or feel it may help someone you know, please make sure you share it.  Also, if you can rate - leave an iTunes review - subscribe to the podcast, it really goes a long way in helping us share these important stories and messages to help others.  ----------  Australian Support Contacts  Lifeline: 13 11 14  Lifeline Texting Service: 0477 131 114  Beyondblue: 1300 224 636  Information on the 'Mental Health Care Plan': https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-care-plan ----------  Nintendo By Numbers can be found on: YouTube: Nintendo By Numbers Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nintendobynumbers Twitter: @NintendoNumbers Instagram: @nintendobynumbers Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NintendoByNumbers/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nintendobynumbers Website: https://www.nintendobynumbers.com/ Please go give this Legend some love and support!  ----------  You can also follow us on:  Twitter: @pushnthroughblu  Instagram: @pushintroughblu  Facebook: @pushinthroughblu   #MuchLove #TakeCareOfYourself 

Welcome to the 'Pushin’ Through Blu' Podcast. We're back with another 'Side Note' episode. On this episode, special guest Buddy Watson joins Dane to unpack the 2018 indie video game Celeste, made by Matt Makes Games and friends. They deep dive into: - the game story overview - swap stories of their own game playthrough experiences and thoughts - unpack some of the game's themes and metaphors woven into the story surrounding mental health. Hope you enjoy the episode! ---------- If you find value in this podcast or feel it may help someone you know, please make sure you share it. Also, if you can rate - review - subscribe to the podcast, it really goes a long way in helping us share these important stories and messages to help others. ---------- Australian Support Contacts Lifeline: 13 11 14 Lifeline Texting Service: 0477 131 114 Beyondblue: 1300 224 636 Information on the 'Mental Health Care Plan': https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-care-plan ---------- Buddy Watson: Twitter: @BuddyWatson12 Podcast Co-Host for 'Dash Culture' and 'Some Assembly Required'. ---------- Lena Raine (Composer and Producer): Twitter: @kuraine Instagram: @kuraine YouTube: Lena Raine Website: http://lena.fyi/ Celeste tracks used in this episode: First Steps, Quiet and Falling, Resurrection, Prologue, Madeline and Theo, Golden, Exhale, and Reach for the Summit. ---------- You can also follow us on: Twitter: @pushnthroughblu Instagram: @pushintroughblu Facebook: @pushinthroughblu #ShareYourStory #MuchLove #MentalHealthAwareness

Welcome to the 'Pushin’ Through Blu' Podcast. On Episode 5, Kazleberry shares her story and experiences: - growing up from an early age with Chronic Depression with Anxious Distress, and Boarderline Personality Disorder - how important it is to be open and honest, and to communicate about your own mental health, to those trusted people around you if you find you are struggling - to be sure to validate your own feelings and experiences. To know they are there, that they do / can happen - her own ongoing experiences with seeking professional help, from the very early stages to now, as well as being on medication - how important it is to seek professional help, but also the importance of seeking help from those that specialise in the areas of mental illness that is best related to you - understand that this may involve 'trial and error' in finding the best mental health professional for you, but to try not get discouraged and to continue pushing to seek help if needed - among many things, Kaz is a online content creator and regular Twitch streamer. In the episode, she shares her perspective on how these social connects may help with one's mental health, but also discussed some of the disadvantages that is important to be aware of and to recognise - Kaz also shares some of her techniques and ways in which she looks after her own mental health and the power she finds associated with positive and motivational quotes, discovered or reflected upon at times when needed the most . ---------- Kazleberry is sharing her own experiences with mental illness, in an effort to bring awareness to mental health, to offer support to others to start a conversation, to reach out for help and that it's ok not to be ok, that the bad times do pass and that help and support are available. ---------- If you find value in this podcast or feel it may help someone you know, please make sure you share it. Also, if you can rate - review - subscribe to the podcast, it really goes a long way in helping us share these important stories and messages to help others. ---------- Australian Support Contacts Lifeline: 13 11 14 Lifeline Texting Service: 0477 131 114 Beyondblue: 1300 224 636 Information on the 'Mental Health Care Plan': https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-care-plan ---------- Kazleberry can be found on: Twitch: twitch.tv/kazleberry Twitter: @kazleberry Instagram: @kazleberry Go give this amazing girl some love and support! Make sure you're following her across the socials to check out all the creative content she is producing. ---------- You can also follow us on: Twitter: @pushnthroughblu Instagram: @pushintroughblu Facebook: @pushinthroughblu #ShareYourStory #MuchLove

Welcome to the 'Pushin’ Through Blu' Podcast. This is our first 'Side Note' episode. No guests. No stories. Where we unpack a topic of discussion, help share some advice, and try bring value and conversation to you the community. In the lead up to Christmas and New Years, I wanted to record a quick episode, in an effort to reach out to those that may struggle around this time of year. Whether that be from financial stress, spending time with family, being away from family and friends, packed calendars, or the massive to-do-list pleasures, it can become overwhelming. Thanks to the advice shared by Australia's 'Black Dog Institute', on this episode I unpack some of these tips and advice points that others may consider implementing when looking after their own mental wellbeing this Christmas period. Remember to take care of yourself, as well as those around you, and enjoy yourself. Wishing you a safe and happy Christmas & New Years! #MuchLove xo ---------- Black Dog Institute Article: "12 Ways to Beat Christmas Stress" - https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/news/news-detail/2018/11/29/12-ways-to-beat-christmas-stress ---------- Guys, as always - if you find value in this podcast or feel it may help someone you know, please make sure you share it. Also, if you can rate - review - subscribe to the podcast, it really goes a long way in helping us share these important stories and messages to help others. ---------- Australian Support Contacts Beyondblue - Ph: 1300 224 636 Lifeline Australia - Crisis Support. Suicide Prevention - Ph: 13 11 14 Lifeline Texting Service: 0477 131 114 Black Dog Institute: https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/ ---------- You can also follow us on: Twitter: @pushnthroughblu Instagram: @pushintroughblu Facebook: @pushinthroughblu #ShareYourStory #MentalHealthAwareness

Welcome to the 'Pushin’ Through Blu' Podcast. On Episode 4, Simon shares his story: - growing up in a large family of 6 children, with a strict religious upbringing, where keeping quiet and bottling up your emotions became second nature - the struggles to meet other's expectations of adapting to a stereo typed 'manly bloke' personality profile - his experiences with traumatic nightmares during his late teens and the affects this played with early signs of anxiety and depression - his ongoing battles with tension headaches - Simon also shares his and his wife's journey with having children, the stresses associated with early parenthood and the affects unexpected life changes can play on one's mental health - the struggle to have conversations about his mental health, but the immediate feelings of support and reassurance when he did - from his own experiences, what advice he today would like to provide others that may be going through the same or similar thoughts and feelings ---------- Simon is sharing his story, in an effort to bring awareness to mental health, to offer support to others to start having conversations, to reach out for help and that it's ok not to be ok, that the bad times do pass and that help and support is available. ---------- If you find value in this podcast or feel it may help someone you know, please make sure you share it. Also, if you can rate - review - subscribe to the podcast, it really goes a long way in helping us share these important stories and messages to help others. ---------- Australian Support Contacts Lifeline: 13 11 14 Lifeline Texting Service: 0477 131 114 Beyondblue: 1300 224 636 ---------- Simon's on Twitter: @precisepath Simon's Apple Podcast on Twitter: @applesliceau ---------- You can also follow us on: Twitter: @pushnthroughblu Instagram: @pushintroughblu Facebook: @pushinthroughblu #ShareYourStory #MuchLove

Welcome to the 'Pushin' Through Blu' Podcast. On Episode 3, Torie shares her story postpartum after the birth of her daughter, Lily-Rose, in an effort to help bring awareness to Postnatal Mental Health, and offer support and advice to other expecting or new born parents from her own journey. Torie shares her journey: - the news of her pregnancy (first time mum) - those initial few months following the birth of her little girl - how those closest to her saw signs that something wasn't right with Torie - what initial actions her family took that saw Torie receiving treatment at the Gold Coast Lavender Unit - how Torie and her family responded to the diagnosis - Torie's experiences with Electroconvulsive Treatment (also known as ECT), and - what advice Torie now shares with other expecting or new born parents who may be going through their own postpartum journey. If you find value in this podcast or feel it may help someone you know, please make sure you share it. Also, if you can rate - review - subscribe to the podcast, it really helps us out a lot in sharing these important stories and messages. ---------- Torie's Blog Address: torieannagatfield.com Australian Support Contacts Life Line: 13 11 14 PANDA - Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia: 1300 726 306 https://www.panda.org.au/ You can also follow us on: Instagram: @pushintroughblu Facebook: @pushinthroughblu Twitter: pushnthroughblu #ShareYourStory #MuchLove

Welcome to the 'Pushin' Through Blu' Podcast. When asking others to be brave and to share their stories with metal health, I believe it's only appropriate that I lead by example, with sharing my own. Episode 2 deep dives into my own personal story, living with depression and anxiety. My story also looks at: - the origin of where it all began for me - triggers - recognising that I needed help - the process in asking for help and seeking professional advice - through trail and error, what I found to help me manage my thoughts and feelings - my $0.02 in what I have learnt from where I was to where I am today. "Remember, no storm lasts forever. Hold on. Be brave. Have faith. Every storm is temporary and we're never alone". If you find value in this podcast or feel may help someone you know, it would mean the world to me if you can share it - rate - review - subscribe - let me know your thoughts. ---------- You can also follow us on: Instagram: @pushintroughblu Facebook: @pushinthroughblu Twitter: pushnthroughblu #ShareYourStory #perspective

Welcome to the 'Pushin Through Blu' Podcast. In this episode, we take a look at what the PTB Podcast is all about, as well as introducing some general information regarding mental health and mental illnesses. If you find value in this podcast or feel it may help someone you know, it would mean the world to me if you can share it - rate - review - subscribe - let me know your thoughts. Thanks for your support! #ShareYourStory You can also follow us on... Instagram: @pushintroughblu Facebook: @pushinthroughblu Twitter: pushnthroughblu

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Welcome to the 'Pushin' Through Blu' Podcast. This is a quick introduction episode to share our 'Mission Statement', why the 'Pushin' Through Blu' Podcast was created and how we hope to offer strength and insight through the stories and experiences of others. Thank you for your support! #ShareYourStory You can also follow us on... Instagram: @pushintroughblu Facebook: @pushinthroughblu Twitter: @pushnthroughblu