The Lived Experience

Send us a textTim shares his evolving relationship with bipolar disorder, highlighting how he learned to manage depression and the importance of accountability and support systems. He discusses practical strategies, tackling stigma, and finding purpose to foster resilience while navigating mental health challenges. • Managing the duration of depressive episodes • Importance of accountability in recovery • Establishing non-negotiables for mental health • Medication management and its role in overall well-being • Societal stigma surrounding bipolar disorder • Finding purpose amidst mental health challenges • The value of shared experiences and education in understanding mental healthIf you want to share your lived experience, please contact me via my website. Support the showVisit the website www.livedexperiencepodcast.com Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Donate to the costs associated with the show - https://ko-fi.com/thelivedexperiencepodcast

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we're joined by Sue, a dedicated listener who courageously steps forward to share her powerful story of living with Bipolar Disorder. Sue opens up about her personal journey, offering a raw and honest account of the challenges she has faced. As you listen, you'll gain a deep understanding of the mistreatment individuals often endure within the system and the troubling lack of accountability that persists. Sue's story is a compelling reminder of the changes needed to support those struggling with mental illness and also a reminder that people can be extremely resilient. Thank you for sharing Sue. Support the Show.Visit the website www.livedexperiencepodcast.com Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Donate to the costs associated with the show - https://ko-fi.com/thelivedexperiencepodcast

Meet Missy Robinson, a powerhouse who has transformed her life from Australian Army service to becoming an inspirational mental health advocate, speaker, writer, and coach. Diagnosed with Bipolar Affective Disorder following a traumatic sexual assault during her military service, Missy has battled Complex PTSD and Psychosis for two decades with remarkable resilience.Missy has graced the pages of the NY Post, Daily Mail, and Elle Magazine and made appearances on TV, radio, and online platforms, spreading awareness and promoting healing. As a dynamic speaker, she captivates audiences nationwide, sharing unfiltered stories on living with a Complex Mental Illness, confidence, self-love, and weight loss.Despite her challenges, Missy embraces life with style and enthusiasm. She is a dedicated SANE ambassador and fundraiser, a Travel and Lifestyle Reviewer, and a top-level Google Guide, sharing her love for fashion, travel, food, and entertainment with a broad audience.Missy's story is one of triumph over adversity, proving that with the right mindset and dedication, anything is possible. Having lost an astonishing 60kg naturally, she now lives her dream life, inspiring others to find their inner strength and create the life they desire. Prepare to be inspired, because Missy Robinson is here to empower you.Learn more about Missy and her book at https://missysworld.com.au/Support the Show.Visit the website www.livedexperiencepodcast.com Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Donate to the costs associated with the show - https://ko-fi.com/thelivedexperiencepodcast

Miguel Manalo is a voice actor from New Jersey.  Miguel is also the son of a schizophrenic mother who reached out to share his story. We discuss his journey and everything that comes with growing up with a mentally ill parent. Big thank you to Miguel for sharing his story on the podcast. Support the showVisit the website www.livedexperiencepodcast.com Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Donate to the costs associated with the show - https://ko-fi.com/thelivedexperiencepodcast

Sue Stevenson is the founder of U-Turn Anxiety and has a unique approach to helping children and adults deal with anxiety. Sue is a wealth of information and has provided some free resources below and she has some great videos on her website as well about this topic. Sue's website - https://www.uturnanxiety.com.au/2 Free Resources from Sue are listed below. Top 25 Ways to Calm Your Mind & Body PDF https://shrtlnk.co/bGpHJ5 Steps to Combatting Anxiety PDF⁣ https://shrtlnk.co/7pEq8Support the showVisit the website www.livedexperiencepodcast.com Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Donate to the costs associated with the show - https://ko-fi.com/thelivedexperiencepodcast

I love people who do what my guest has done, to create a business that doesn't only help people but allows others to do so as well, whilst making a living is a truly remarkable achievement! Karen Gibb is the founder and CEO of Mind Marvels which is an award-winning franchise created by Karen Gibb. Karen is a fully qualified teacher and has prior experience in youth development and early years education.Karen taught young people with social, emotional and behavioural needs and pupils with severe and complex additional support needs, including autism and ADHD.Through her work, Karen saw the benefits for children when they were taught practical ways to support their own emotional well-being but many did not know how to support themselves.“As an anxious youngster myself, I now make a direct, positive impact on children and their emotional wellbeing.”Mind Marvels gives children calming tools and practical strategies to understand their own emotions to feel more confident, build resilience and learn skills for life.Mind Marvels has now franchised the business so like-minded individuals can own a Mind Marvels business in their local area. To learn more check out https://mindmarvels.com/00:00:10 Small actions over time matter.00:06:31 Teaching mindfulness to children.00:09:50 Importance of positive impact.00:14:43 Importance of measuring impact.00:19:35 Mental health education for children.00:24:46 Franchisees need to like children.00:32:04 Importance of emotional well-being.00:34:09 Teaching well-being to children.Support the showVisit the website www.livedexperiencepodcast.com Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Donate to the costs associated with the show - https://ko-fi.com/thelivedexperiencepodcast

In this episode, we engage in a candid conversation with Tim Beanland, a successful video marketer whose life and thriving business were abruptly disrupted by a family tragedy. The loss had a severe impact, plunging him into an 11-month-long depression, a struggle intensified by his existing battle with Bipolar Disorder.Tim shares his experience dealing with grief and the additional complications his mental health condition brought to the process of healing and recovery. His journey is a reflection on the resilience one can muster in the face of overwhelming sorrow and the intricate ways mental health is interwoven with experiences of loss and grief.This conversation aims to shed light on the importance of understanding and addressing mental health and offers insights into managing life and mental well-being during trying times. Whether you're dealing with mental health conditions, have experienced loss, or have an interest in psychological resilience, this episode provides a thoughtful perspective on navigating through life's challenges and finding a path to recovery.Support the showVisit the website www.livedexperiencepodcast.com Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Donate to the costs associated with the show - https://ko-fi.com/thelivedexperiencepodcast

In this episode of Lived Experience Podcast, host Joel Kleber sits down with Rosemary Gattuso, a lawyer and family law court mediator, to discuss the topic of trauma and its impact on mental health. Rosemary shares her insights on the neuroscience behind behaviour and how trauma shapes our view of the world. Don't miss this deep and powerful conversation that sheds light on an often overlooked aspect of mental illness. Make sure to leave a rating and review if you enjoyed the episode![00:02:27] A different approach in law. [00:03:41] Trauma and its impact. [00:10:36] Strength-based approach in healing. [00:14:51] Quality of thoughts and actions. [00:19:17] Reflecting on personal growth. [00:22:53] Mental illness in family court. [00:25:02] Balancing children's safety and parental rights.[00:29:20] What makes for a good mediation? [00:34:11] Tendencies for overcoming adversity. [00:36:30] Polarity and victimhood. [00:41:12] Trauma-informed mental health awareness.[00:45:36] Mental health and well-being.Support the showVisit the website www.livedexperiencepodcast.com Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Donate to the costs associated with the show - https://ko-fi.com/thelivedexperiencepodcast

In this episode of Stories of Hope Worldwide, host Kerry Atherton interviews Joel Kleber, host of The Lived Experience podcast, about growing up with a parent who struggled with mental health. Joel shares his defining moment of awareness at the age of seven and his traumatic experiences with his mother in psychiatric care. The episode focuses on the impact of parental mental health struggles on children, highlighting the need for support and understanding.[00:00:00] Parental Mental Health Effects Children. [00:03:15] Foster care and family struggles. [00:08:39] Bipolar disorder. [00:08:57] Parental Mental Health. [00:13:02] Father's rejection issues. [00:14:43] Coping mechanisms and masks. [00:19:02] Harmful psychiatric ward experiences. [00:20:28] Inner vows and survival. [00:23:16] Foster care experiences. [00:26:03] Overcoming complacency in childhood. [00:29:04] Mental health funding and awareness. [00:31:49] Electric convulsive therapy and mental health. [00:35:02] ECT treatment controversies. [00:38:15] Self-care strategies. [00:41:10] Negligence in Mental Health Profession. [00:44:10] Forgiveness and self-care. [00:48:13] Childhood trauma and development. [00:50:12] Dealing with trauma. [00:53:26] Mental health and children.Big thanks to Kerrie for taking an interest and you can learn more about her here - https://storiesofhope.com.au/Support the showVisit the website www.livedexperiencepodcast.com Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Donate to the costs associated with the show - https://ko-fi.com/thelivedexperiencepodcast

In this episode, I speak with Simon Rinne of Mindful Men who is an experienced lived experience therapist and shares his journey with OCD, burnout, and therapy. The topics covered include:[00:04:10] "Debunking OCD misconceptions and personal experiences"[00:20:02] "Combating OCD with ERP and mindfulness practices"[00:25:39] "Mindfulness, Gratitude, and Values: Finding Joy Again"[00:35:33] "From High KPIs to Burnout: My Story"[00:47:17] "From Social Science to Mental Health Entrepreneur"[00:59:43] "Mindfulness Therapy Goes Outdoors: An Inside Look"[01:06:57] "Mindful Men's Simon shares his transformative story"Check out Simon at https://mindful-men.com.au/Support the showVisit the website www.livedexperiencepodcast.com Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Donate to the costs associated with the show - https://ko-fi.com/thelivedexperiencepodcast

In this episode of the Lived Experience podcast, mental health advocate Billy Todd shares his story of managing anxiety and turning his life around.Billy emphasizes the seriousness of anxiety and its impact on a person's life, and shares what he did to manage it. During the COVID-19 outbreak in Melbourne in April-May 2020, he found comfort in chaotic environments, which research suggests is common among people with anxiety. Despite the comfort he felt, he found that he neglected his own needs during that time and accumulated a lot of emotions, which hit him all at once and led to emotional distress.Billy learned the importance of focusing on physical health, including exercise and nutrition, to improve mental health. He also listens to science-based podcasts and does a lot of reading and research to further his knowledge. Additionally, Billy discusses how creating an alter ego named Pablo helps him to counteract his negative self-talk.The episode also features a speaker who shares similar experiences with managing anxiety and finding ways to cope. They sought help and spent three weeks at a psychiatric hospital in Sydney, where they received group and one-on-one therapy with a psychiatrist. Through therapy, they learned coping mechanisms to recognize and manage abandonment issues.Listeners of the Lived Experience podcast can share their own stories by contacting the host through the podcast's website or social media. The podcast focuses on sharing stories of lived experience on mental illness and mental health topics to help promote understanding and encourage conversations around these important issues.Big thanks to Billy for sharing his lived experience.Support the showVisit the website www.livedexperiencepodcast.com Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Donate to the costs associated with the show - https://ko-fi.com/thelivedexperiencepodcast

In this episode of the Lived Experience podcast, host Joel Kleber interviews Georgia, a psychiatric nurse who works in a private inpatient facility. Georgia discusses her passion for mental health care and why she finds it rewarding. She explains that working in a psychiatric facility is not like what is portrayed in the movies and that patients are provided with a calm and relaxed environment, similar to a home away from home.Joel asks Georgia about the process of getting help in these facilities, and Georgia explains that in the public setting, involuntary patients are held if they are at harm to themselves or others. In the private setting, patients are referred by a GP or psychiatrist and must be willing to go voluntarily.Georgia also discusses her thoughts on electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), explaining that it is a last-resort treatment for dire circumstances where medication has failed.She has seen it work wonders in some cases but acknowledges the potential side effects.The episode also covers visiting hours for families, the challenges of bringing children into psychiatric facilities, and the importance of mental health tribunals in the public setting.Overall, Georgia provides valuable insight into the workings of psychiatric facilities and the care provided to patients.Big thanks to Georgia for sharing her story and the work that she does along with all the other mental health nurses throughout Australia and the World. Support the showVisit the website www.livedexperiencepodcast.com Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Donate to the costs associated with the show - https://ko-fi.com/thelivedexperiencepodcast

Welcome to today's episode, where we'll be discussing the fascinating topic of how long people are remembered generally. It's often said that most people are forgotten about in 3 generations, meaning that their memories and legacies tend to fade away within 75-100 years of their passing.While this statement may hold some truth, it's important to note that it's not always the case for everyone. Some people leave a lasting impact on the world, and their legacies are remembered for centuries.So with this in mind, why do we tend to be held back by others' opinions of ours or fear of change in general? If you have lost someone, what are you doing to honour them in your life no matter how big or small? Support the showVisit the website www.livedexperiencepodcast.com Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Donate to the costs associated with the show - https://ko-fi.com/thelivedexperiencepodcast

Kerrie Atherton, a woman who has turned her own struggles into a mission to inspire hope and resilience in others, is the founder of Stories of HOPE Australia/Worldwide and EMPOWER Life Solutions. As a Keynote Speaker, Author, Mental Health First Aid Training Presenter, Event Host, Trauma and Addictions Recovery Counsellor, Kerrie has dedicated her life to helping people overcome life's challenges and find hope.Having faced her own battle with addiction and suicide at the age of 18, Kerrie sought help from Alcoholics Anonymous and has maintained her sobriety for over 40 years. Her personal experiences led her to work in the business and community sector for the past 30 years, assisting those struggling with various issues in life.After relocating to the Sunshine Coast 17 years ago, Kerrie continued her work as a trauma and addictions coach/counsellor, mentor, and volunteer in the community. She has also provided support to numerous young people in crisis across different schools in the region.Together with her husband, Kerrie founded the charity "Streetlight," which supported homeless and disadvantaged individuals for six years. Four years ago, she established "Stories of HOPE Australia," a platform that organizes monthly events to bring hope to the community. Kerrie is now a published author, with her latest book, "Stories of HOPE Australia: Resilient People, Remarkable Stories," capturing inspiring tales of strength and determination.As the world faced the challenges of a global lockdown, Kerrie expanded her reach by launching "Stories of HOPE Worldwide," an online platform that shares stories of hope from around the globe. Additionally, she has become a "Mental Health First Aid" trainer, teaching people how to recognize and assist those experiencing a mental health crisis.Driven by her passion for preventing suicide and hopelessness, Kerrie Atherton is committed to fostering connection and bringing hope to people in times of uncertainty in our rapidly changing world.Support the showVisit the website www.livedexperiencepodcast.com Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Donate to the costs associated with the show - https://ko-fi.com/thelivedexperiencepodcast

Catherine Eagleson was suggested to me as a guest who wanted to share her story about living with Bipolar disorder and also how she has created puzzling for mental health. Catherine developed the Clue Detective Online Puzzle Portal  https://cluedetectivepuzzleagency.com/  ‘It comprises a range of crosswords, codewords, filmograppuzzles (cryptograms based on an actor and a selection of his/her films), sudoku and world building challenges etc. There's something for everyone. Check out her blog each day for puzzling inspiration!‘Annual membership is available to individuals for a small fee per year One can be a lifetime member too. It is also offered as an e-resource in a growing number of public libraries across Australia.‘Once a member, one can access puzzles on PC, laptop or tablet, wherever there is a wi-fi connection.'Catherine's ultimate dream is for Puzzle Detective to be in every library in Australia, New Zealand, and beyond. ‘If it's not available from your library, please request it.  Many library patrons who enjoy solving puzzles will reap the benefits all year round!‘One gentleman once told me that my (codeword) puzzles save his sanity on the frequent long-haul flights he takes as they're “the best way to while away the hours between London and Sydney!”In this episode you will hear how challenging the brain with puzzling is great for your mental health.Big thanks to Catherine for her time and bravery in sharing her lived experience.Support the showVisit the website www.livedexperiencepodcast.com Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Donate to the costs associated with the show - https://ko-fi.com/thelivedexperiencepodcast

Bill Campos is the Chief Executive Officer - ICLA | Clinical Psychologist BSc MA (Psych) MPsych FAPsS | Director | Social Researcher and he wanted to interview me about why I decided to reconnect with my father after 22 years.The reason for this will be revealed in the episode however, Bill wanted to provide some content for other people he knows or treats who may be struggling with similar issues.Bill is also a qualified psychologist who has a mother with Bipolar Disorder, I can relate to Bill in a lot more ways than just a professional one.I reveal all in this 60-minute interview and have tried to be as honest as possible.Big thanks to Bill for this initiative I hope it helps you.  If it helps you or you have any feedback, please contact me via https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/contact/Support the showVisit the website www.livedexperiencepodcast.com Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Donate to the costs associated with the show - https://ko-fi.com/thelivedexperiencepodcast

Darcy Smyth is a well-respected sales trainer, consultant, and business owner. However, he and his family have experienced probably the hardest thing someone has to go through and that is losing a loved one to suicide. We are all aware of the term, but, how aware are we of what families go through in the lead-up and the aftermath, plus the grief that comes with it?It's something that isn't spoken about enough as that's everyone's right to not talk about something so hard, however, Darcy was kind enough to share his story on the lived experience podcast. Anyone can get something out of today's episode as Darcy provides a lot of great insights and a view on life that will certainly help you with whatever situation you're dealing with. Big thanks to Darcy for sharing his story, we wish him and his family all the best for the future. If you find today's episode valuable please leave a review or share it with someone who needs to hear this.If this brings up any triggering thoughts for you, please reach out to the appropriate services. Support the showVisit the website www.livedexperiencepodcast.com Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Donate to the costs associated with the show - https://ko-fi.com/thelivedexperiencepodcast

Jenny Smith is a Consumer Advocate who is actively involved in the mental health & suicide prevention sector. Jenny sits on the Consumer Consultative Committee at One Door Mental Health as well as the CESPHN-Mental Health Suicide Prevention Advisory Committee and Community Council. Jenny works voluntarily as a Youth Mentor with Raise Foundation, and as a Digital Crisis Supporter with Lifeline In 2022 she was the recipient of the NSW Volunteer of the Year & Adult Volunteer of the Year for Mid-Western Region Sydney and named NSW Volunteer of the Year by the Mental Health Foundation of Australia.Support the showVisit the website www.livedexperiencepodcast.com Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Donate to the costs associated with the show - https://ko-fi.com/thelivedexperiencepodcast

In today's solo episode, I talk about why I decided to reconnect with my father after 22 years of estrangement. I share this in the hope of passing on some hard lessons I learned and regrets. I tell you my reasons why and why I didn't have anything to do with him for 22 years. I also talk about the moment that changed it all.  Everyone's situation is different, however, I hope you can take some insights away from today's episode and if I can do this, you can as well!  If you would like to watch the video episode with slides you can via https://youtu.be/Ca8KHnYGMXwSupport the showVisit the website www.livedexperiencepodcast.com Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Donate to the costs associated with the show - https://ko-fi.com/thelivedexperiencepodcast

Thanks to everyone for their support of the podcast in 2022! In today's episode, I talk about where I have been and why I have been gone for so long; I hope you can apply some of the themes I discuss in this episode. If you want to be a guest in 2023, please reach out via the website and send me a message. Support the showVisit the website www.livedexperiencepodcast.com Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Donate to the costs associated with the show - https://ko-fi.com/thelivedexperiencepodcast

Belinda Agnew is a highly successful business owner,  tech entrepreneur, and podcast host who shares her story about growing up with a single mother with alcohol addiction. Despite various challenges and leaving school in year 9, Belinda shares her journey and approach to how she has gone on to be successful. We also talk about mental health in the workplace and the damage that social media is currently doing. Huge thanks to Belinda for her time and openness. Belinda's Website - https://belindaagnew.com/Belinda's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/belindaagnew/Belinda's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/belindaagnew.eth/Support the showVisit the website www.livedexperiencepodcast.com Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Donate to the costs associated with the show - https://ko-fi.com/thelivedexperiencepodcast

Genevieve Bailey's films have screened in 50 countries, winning over 30 awards to date. With a background in short drama, comedy, and music videos, I AM ELEVEN (2011), her ambitious first feature documentary, was shot in 15 countries and 12 languages. It received critical acclaim and a theatrical release in Australia spanning over eight months, including a record 26 weeks at Cinema Nova in Melbourne. I AM ELEVEN was named New York Times Critic's Pick when it opened cinemas. Genevieve's latest film is Happy Sad man, which is about opening up and gaining insight into how we can better be there for ourselves, our mates, and our loved ones. Produced by Proud Mother Pictures. 7 years in the making, shot across Australia in Victoria, NSW, Northern Territory, Queensland, and Tasmania. Features 5 male key participants aged in their 30s-70s, and additional participants, both male and female, aged into their 90s. It shows BiPolar openly and realistically, which is not shown often on the big screen. For me, it's the most enjoyable and best film I have seen about mental illness and mental health, I highly recommend it to anyone to go and see, plus you're supporting an Australian filmmaker. Huge thanks to Genevieve for her time and insights. Watch the trailer here - https://vimeo.com/294254156Find a local screening here - https://happysadman.org/screenings/Website - https://happysadman.org/Visit the website www.livedexperiencepodcast.com Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Donate to the costs associated with the show - https://ko-fi.com/thelivedexperiencepodcast

Carly Evans AKA Coach Carly, reached out to the podcast to share her story about her multiple experiences with mental health and illness.Carly was in a relationship for years with someone who had undiagnosed Bipolar Disorder and shares a lot of stories about those experiences. Carly also discusses trauma in detail and provides a lot of good advice on this important subject, which is not often spoken about.  Carly also works in the mental health space as a coach, energy practitioner, and Parole Officer, so she truly gets to see it from all angles, from the road to recovery to suicide.Big thanks to Carly for reaching and sharing her story. I welcome you to do so as well by contacting me via https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/To find out more about Carly and also claim a freebie from her coaching, see the links below. https://coachcarly.com/freebie/http://coachcarly.com/isitdepressionorisitreallyburnout/http://coachcarly.com/whatyourbodywisdomistryingtotellyou/https://youtu.be/vx7T8TviUoI (sneak peek at her From Surviving To Thriving program)Carly Evans aka Coach Carly Coaching through change + trauma www.coachcarly.comVisit the website www.livedexperiencepodcast.com Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Donate to the costs associated with the show - https://ko-fi.com/thelivedexperiencepodcast

Missy is a listener of the podcast in the USA and reached out via email, so I invited her to share her experience of being raised by a mother with Schizophrenia.Missy, in this interview, provides excellent insights and personal stories about her childhood experiences. We also talk about how it has affected her and the positive experiences she has gained from it. Big thanks to Missy for sharing her story; she has a book coming out soon, so stay tuned for that when it's released. To share your story, visit www.livedexperiencepodcast.comVisit the website www.livedexperiencepodcast.com Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Donate to the costs associated with the show - https://ko-fi.com/thelivedexperiencepodcast

Peter Wasielewski reached out to share his story about addiction, his mental health battle, and a different way to view recovery. Peter also uses his lived experience within the criminal justice system in the UK to help others with similar issues he has faced and beaten. He documents his experience on his Instagram account @ambitiousprofessionalshubBig thanks to Peter for reaching out and sharing his story. Visit the website www.livedexperiencepodcast.com Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Donate to the costs associated with the show - https://ko-fi.com/thelivedexperiencepodcast

What do my mum and Kanye West have in common? In today's episode, I talk about some recent comments from Kanye West regarding his Bipolar Disorder and how what affects young carers everywhere is now playing out on a larger scale in public. I haven't read or heard anything said online about what I will cover in today's quick solo episode.  We have just passed 3k downloads as well, so thank you for the support! Get in touch or follow the below for more content

If you like to be a guest on the podcast, please get in touch with me via https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/contact/Or via a message on my social media accounts. I am looking to share stories that aren't covered that often in the mental health awareness movement. A lot of my guests have come from reaching out to me, so please don't feel shy about putting yourself forward. Your story is important, and I would love to share it. Looking forward to hearing from you. Visit the website www.livedexperiencepodcast.com Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Donate to the costs associated with the show - https://ko-fi.com/thelivedexperiencepodcast

This is one of the most important episodes I have recorded!If you have a parent with a severe mental illness or know someone who does, they need to hear this episode which is all about this topic. Bill Campos is Chief Executive Officer of ICLA | Clinical Psychologist BSc MA (Psych) MPsych FAPsS | Director | Social Researcher.Bill also has a mother with Bipolar Disorder, and for the very first time, I was privileged enough for Bill to feel comfortable enough with me to share his story about this. Bill's openness and bravery to share these very personal stories of what it's like to grow up with someone you love who has Bipolar disorder is extremely powerful. The great thing about this interview is that Bill works in this space now as well, so he can see both sides of the issue and speak from authority with both points of view. Big thanks to Bill for his time, and you can learn more about ICLA at https://icla.org.au/Introduction to Bill Campus.0:00Growing up in a family with mental health issues.2:11What does bipolar disorder mean to you?8:45How bipolar affects the whole family unit.13:19The ripple effect of the episode on his life.16:27The story of a customer that constantly came into the branch and became agitated.22:20Bill's advice for those who have a parent with schizophrenia.28:26What can be done to help people with mental illness in Victoria?32:19How should mental illness be explained to young people?38:20Do you think it's helpful or harmful for young people to see their parents in the hospital?42:30The emergency services are really good.48:48What's your opinion on electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)?55:28Treatments that are experimental.59:08How did you stay on the straight and narrow growing up?1:03:43Throw yourself into something you're passionate about and do a lot.1:09:45The value of disability workers in the workplace.1:16:04Mental health awareness is great, but all people think about is depression.1:18:26The importance of having a supportive family.1:23:48What is the biggest gap in mental health?1:29:12What's your opinion on sharing your story?1:34:27What needs to happen in the mental health industry.1:39:19The importance of having a consumer advocate for mental illness.1:43:06The stigma of therapy in the US vs Australia.1:48:23How social media can affect young people's lives.1:52:25Get in touch or follow the below for more content

Michael Donehue is a mental health advocate, clothing brand owner, and the national services manager for ADES Australia, which specialises in delivering education programs Australia-wide. Michael is also an accredited MHFA trainer who shares his story in detail about his mental health journey to help others, especially young men. If you know anyone in your life who is struggling, this is a great listen or an episode you can forward to them. Michaels Clothing Brand - https://journeyapparel.com.au/ADES Australia - http://adesaustralia.com/Michael reached out to share his story on the podcast, and you can as well via https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/contact/

I was interviewed by Jimmy Mitchell from My Online Guy, and at the end of the episode, we touched on mental health awareness and illness for around 20 mins.  In these 20 minutes, I share some information that may be hard to hear; however, I do stand by my thoughts on the current mental health awareness movement. If you would like to share your story on the podcast, please contact me at https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/contact/ Website - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/ Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/Get in touch or follow the below for more content

I wanted to record this emergency podcast before R U OK Day, which is today, with my thoughts around it and a perspective from someone who has lived with someone who has had a serious mental illness for many years. I also talk about a very gutsy marketing ploy by a company called Pilot in response to R U OK Day, which is controversial and true! To learn more about the show and my story, visit -  https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/about/R U OK Day - https://www.ruok.org.au/Satellite Foundation - https://www.satellitefoundation.org.au/Little Dreamers - https://www.littledreamers.org.au/Bipolar Australia - https://www.bipolaraustralia.org.au/

Emily has over 14 years as a lived and living experience professional. They have a diverse portfolio focusing on diverse identities, including LGBTQIA+, multicultural, neurodiversity, and disability. Their work has included media, policy, service design, training, research, workforce development, and government relations. They ground their work in peer values and their postgraduate in psychology.Emily has won numerous awards in the mental health space and, in all seriousness, is probably the most accomplished person I have had the pleasure of interviewing. Thank you to Emily for their time. To learn more about Emily visit - https://www.emilyunity.com/

Tara Stark is a prominent lawyer, board member of Satellite Foundation, and also a has been a young carer. Tara knows firsthand the challenges of growing up with a parent who has a serious mental illness. In this episode, Tara shares her story about having a parent with a serious mental illness, advocacy, and most importantly, what needs to change with the current system. Before entering law, Tara worked in local government and public mental health sector roles supporting children, young people, and families affected by mental illness.Tara has also been engaged as a speaker and community advocate on behalf of many mental health organisations and governmental bodies, emphasizing the role of young carers.Huge thanks to Tara for sharing her story and making time for the podcast. Support the podcast - https://ko-fi.com/thelivedexperiencepodcastContact - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/contact

Paul Green was a Rugby League legend who unfortunately chose to end his life recently, which has brought this back in the front of people's minds in Australia. In this episode, I run through some thoughts on why this still happens and how we need to go beyond surface-level awareness. I also talk about my challenges in accessing good help, which I still feel is a problem for many people in Australia. Website - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/ 

Serena O'Callaghan is a lived experience worker and works in community mental health. Serena also has had her mental health challenges in which she opens up about her experience with the mental health system as an inpatient. Serena is a motivated and empathic worker on a mission to inspire those experiencing mental ill-health and to transform the services that support them by ensuring that lived experience is more meaningfully embedded in service design and delivery.Thanks to Serena for her time and for suggesting that we do the podcast outside in Yarraville, Victoria.0:00 - Introduction of  Serena and her lived experience 8:00 - Shifting her mindset and safeguarding your emotions 15:00 - The crisis assessment team and what's involved? 21:00 - The CAT team came to her home30:00 - The experience on the ward43:00 - Agency and life purpose50:00 - Dealing with adversity when unwell01:08:00 - Caring and empathy  Website - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/Get in touch or follow the below for more content

I was asked to be a guest on the well-known "I swear I never" podcast, which is about finding yourself in a situation you SWEAR, you never could have predicted? They bring you the extraordinary stories of everyday people - from the bizarre to the heartbreaking, they don't hold back. They have a different theme every week, and last week I was the guest to talk about part of my story. I tried to speak from the heart, and if I were on again, I probably would have more concise thoughts. However, big thanks to Bek Day and Tess Lazarous for the opportunity. You can subscribe to their podcast via https://omny.fm/shows/i-swear-i-neverYou can check out my website or drop me a note via https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/

A solo episode where I talk about my interview on the 'I swear I never' podcast, my struggles with grief/PTSD, why hotlines don't help, embracing your passion, and also comment on the recent findings about the news stories revealing that after receiving more than 12,000 complaints about Victorian mental health services, the state's regulator has not taken compliance action against a single mental healthcare provider in seven years.My website - www.livedexperiencepodcast.comI swear I never podcast episode I was interviewed on https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/i-was-in-and-out-of-foster-care-in-a-broken-system/id1485347114?i=1000569676004 https://open.spotify.com/episode/79sIMJvJnHKQPzuGJoMgDr?si=974c5ea498634e40Drop me a message via https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/contact/ 

Very special episode with Little Dreamers Founder, Madeleine Buchner OAM speaking to us for a full hour about young carers and what her organisation does in this much-needed area. Maddy grew up caring for her younger brother, who had a range of chronic illnesses, and her mother, who was diagnosed with breast cancer. At nine years of age, she identified a gap in the support system for Young Carers and began to raise awareness through fundraising events and stalls.Over a decade later and with more than 5,000 young people reached nationwide, Little Dreamers is Australia's leading Young Carer organisation. Across a range of key support programs co-designed with young people in caring roles, we're breaking down barriers and empowering youth, with a vision to ensure that every Young Carer around the world is supported by someone or something by the year 2030.We do not need more hotlines, however, we need more support to organisations like Little Dreamers and Satellite foundation who do so much unheralded work in the community. Huge thanks to Maddy for her time out of her busy schedule and next time it comes to donating, please consider this organisation or other relevant ones in your area that help young carers. To learn more about them please visit https://www.littledreamers.org.au/If you like the episode, please consider leaving a review or telling someone you know! 

In this episode, I share Part 2 of my story about growing up with a mother with Bipolar disorder and I also talk about my recent nine news National story about my first lived experience with foster care. I find that sharing details about my lived experience helps me heal and I believe that if you have a similar situation, sharing your lived experience will help you also. If you can relate to my story, please tell others about the podcast as that really helps promote more awareness around this issue for young people who are currently experiencing this. A huge thank you to Emily McPherson from Nine News and also Tess Lazarus for arranging the story. If you would like to Part 1 of my story, please scroll back through the previous episodes. If you have a story, please feel free to share it on my podcast and contact me at joelkleber@gmail.comYou can read the story here - https://www.9news.com.au/national/growing-up-with-mental-illness-joel-was-suddenly-thrust-into-a-foster-care-home-at-seven/39f440b4-8f14-45fb-8463-8c8b23cb17c3Website - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/ Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/Get in touch or follow the below for more content

This episode is all about growing up with a parent who has a serious mental illness and the issues that children face. Lotti O'Dea grew up with a mother who had Delusional Disorder, which is similar to Schizophrenia. She outlines what her lived experience was like and talks about the support she had in place that helped her succeed in life. Lotti is a very high achiever and now uses all of her skills to be the social impact researcher and youth adviser at Satellite foundation. Big thank you to Lotti for sharing her lived experience and it's a great story of success for others to follow. Website - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/Get in touch or follow the below for more content

A mid-week solo episode where I discuss how Melbourne seems to be currently in a depressed state. I also talk about I tactic that is very useful if you have a parent or know someone with a mental illness, it's something I wish I learned years ago. I also talk about not fulfilling your potential due to unresolved traumas that could be holding you back in life. Thanks for listening and supporting the podcast! If you haven't left a review yet, please do so via https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/

What is Agoraphobia and what effect can it have on someone? Jen Thexton reached out to me to come on and share her lived experience with this condition. It's a condition where a lot of people may recognise the name however, not truly understand the effects it can have on a person. Jen talks about how her condition came about and the daily struggle she faced living with this debilitating condition.We also talk about late on-set PTSD, which is something that a lot of people do experience, however, they may not recognise it. Jen talks about strategies and her philosophies in regards to how she managed to soldier on despite all of these mental setbacks. Thanks to Jen for sharing her lived experience and if you would like to share yours, you can do so via my website www.livedexperiencepodcast.com

Zoey Ka identifies as an Australian between cultures and is currently working as Project Lead for Finding North Network at the Mental Illness Fellowship of Australia. She is a qualified Change Practitioner and has completed her Bachelor of Business Administration and Graduate Certificate in Global Project Management. As a single teenage mother and a suicide survivor with mental health challenges who is on her personal recovery journey, she is committed to amplifying the voice of lived experience. She strives to ignite hope and inspire people who struggle with intersectional identity in Australia to live a mentally healthier life.0:00 - Introduction of Zoey Ka 2:30 - Who Zoe works for and what she does?3:30 - How do people interact with MIFA?4:45 - How many people are in the lived experience program?8:15 - What is Zoe's lived experience with mental health?10:30 - The cultural side of mental illness?13:00 - Mental health diagnosis in Hong Kong?14:15 - What's being done to bring down barriers in certain cultures?16:45 - What could be done to bridge the gap?20:00 - Childhood PTSD?23:00 - Addressing mental health concerns?26:30 - What's in your toolkit? 29:00 - How to choose a psychologist? 34:00 - Looking for specialists?37:00 - Low-cost solutions or resources?40:00 - A mother's perspective43:30 - Social media and its harm48:30 - Bullying and self-harm50:00 - Parents being more diligent54:00 - Money over relationships?55:30 - Life now after following passion?1:01:00 - Priorities 1:06:00 - Tiger mum? 1:09:00 - Resources and important links1:10:00 - Thanks to Zoey for coming on!  Finding North Network: https://findingnorthnetwork.com.auApp links:Apple: https://apps.apple.com/au/app/finding-north-network/id1582832822Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=hivebrite.finding_north_network.appMental Illness Fellowship of Australia  https://mifa.org.au/You can find all the resources for this episode online at www.livedexperiencepodcast.com

Bipolar is a topic very close to my heart and a lot of people all over the world! In this episode, I talk with Susana Bluwol who is the Founder and Executive Director of Bipolar Australia about all things Bipolar and the struggles that people face with Bipolar. We go into depth about the struggles for funding and the struggles Susana has had when trying to collaborate with bigger mental health organisations. Susana also shares her story and talks about what is needed moving forward. Born in Argentina, Susana migrated to Australia in 1983. Diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 1996, Susana has always believed in the value of person-centred recovery models. She has been the facilitator of the Ryde Bipolar Support Group since 2004 and founded Bipolar Australia in 2014 in conjunction with other members of this group.​Susana has a degree in Early Childhood Education and has previously worked with the National Consumers and Carers Forum, the Transcultural Mental Health CALD Reference Group, the Schizophrenia Fellowship's Remind education program, and the National CALD Speakers Bureau, as well as appearing on SBS radio and SBS television.​Susana has presented papers at TheMHS Australia conferences on topics including the benefits of inclusive support groups, and the pioneering therapeutic community treatment model developed by Dr Jorge Garcia Badaracco in her native Argentina. She has also spoken about her personal journey of recovery from bipolar disorder at the International Mental Health Congress in Buenos Aires, Argentina.To learn more and donate please visit - https://www.bipolaraustralia.org.au/ To learn more about the podcast visit - www.livedexperiencepodcast.com

It's world Bipolar day today so I wanted to provide you with a quick podcast about what Bipolar means to me, talk about Greg Hunt's lived experience, touch briefly on the Will Smith incident and also talk about the allocation of mental health funding plus more! Website - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/ Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/Get in touch or follow the below for more content

Interview with Jim's Group and Jim's Mowing CEO, Jim Penman about all things mental health and how it affects the Jim's Group. Jim also talks about the incident with Jim's that changed his life forever. Thanks for listening and please consider leaving a review.  0:00 - Why is mental health important to him? 4:20 - Mentorship for franchisee mental health5:20 - The franchisee incident which changed the Jim's Group focus8:30 - Sense of community and mental health10:00 - The most deeply shocking thing in Jim's Group history?12:40 - The lockdown and mental health13:54 - Men being less likely to ask for help16:50 - What about Jim's mental health?22:40 - Family life and Jim's rules for it24:50 - What matters in life?28:00 - Jim's research to cure mental illness?29:30 - Jim's treatment for people? 30:30 - Atomic habits 34:30 - Jim's religion?37:00 - Community mentoring39:00 - Owning a business and mental health42:00 - Jim's plans in the next 5 yearsPlease consider leaving a rating or review for the show as it really helps!Website - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/Get in touch or follow the below for more content

Carly Baxter is a digital marketing entrepreneur having developed many websites over the years and now entered the app and app marketing space. Carly has travelled to over 21 countries and lived in Sweden. She grew up with her single Mother suffering from Bipolar and is now ready to share her story. Her aim is to help create more awareness, compassion and understanding of what it's like to live with a Bipolar parent and to help raise public awareness with a more significant government mental health funding for families, especially kids to cope in a more effective and understanding way.0:00 - Introduction of Carly and her lived experience3:50 - What support did you have? 5:30 - Did you visit your mum in the psychiatric ward?11:00 - Unethical psychiatric nurse?12:30 - Threats of suicide against children made by parents15:00 - Coping mechanisms? 17:25 - Doctors not helping19:00 - Carly's mum passing20:45 - How did you get yourself through your mother's passing?  23:40 - Did many people know about your situation? 25:00 - What do you think would help people in your situation? 32:00 - No help for Bipolar people who are about to get unwell33:20 - Separating the illness from the person35:00 - What would have helped Carly in her situation? 40:00 - How is Carly going now and embracing your story? 47:00 - Final Words Website - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/Leave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/Get in touch or follow the below for more content

I have been absent for a few months and in this solo episode, I tell you where I have been and why? I talk about my mother's decline and passing, reasons for it plus some general thoughts about what to expect during the palliative care process. Thanks to everyone for their messages of support during the time, my extended family's support and most of all my girlfriends Maggie's support. Please consider leaving a rating or review for the show as it really helps! Website - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/My Eulogy - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4QiiyXaL9FELeave a review - https://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com/reviews/new/Get in touch or follow the below for more content

Interview with Jim's Mowing and Jim's Group founder, Jim Penman about his thoughts on mental illness and why it's important to him. I also tell Jim about my experience with having a single mother with BiPolar disorder and that affected me. This is an interview I did with Jim on our podcast called 'The JIMSCAST' that I thought would be good to share on my own podcast as I go into my story in-depth and was my most viewed piece of content online.Until next week, stay safe and hope you have a great holiday period. 0:00 - Introduction1:46 - Jim's interest in mental health and why he cares6:21 - Some statistics7:08 - Jim's advice 7:30 - My experience with having a single parent with BiPolar 9:00 - Problem with a BiPolar parent10:30 - Lack of online material 14:00 - Too much attention to the big mental health brands17:00 - I spent 10 of my birthdays in a psych ward20:00 - Stopping the trauma 23:45 - Lived experienced mentors 26:00 - The problems of treatment and root causes 27:43 - Jim and BioHistory http://www.livedexperiencepodcast.com

Rose Cuff, is the founder and executive director of Satellite Foundation which is an organisation dedicated to helping young people who have a parent(s) with a mental illness. I talk about Satellite a lot on this show as I know how important this organisation is in changing the future of many children who would often not be supported by the current mental health care system. Satellite foundation was even specifically mentioned in the Victorian's Royal Commission into the Mental Health system. Rose is a brilliant person who has dedicated more than a decade to helping children and young people in the community. In this interview, we chat about why she created satellite, what it does and how they make an impact. We cover a lot of other ground as well about the topic of mental illness and mental health in general. Learn more about them via https://www.satellitefoundation.org.au/Donate to them via - https://www.satellitefoundation.org.au/donate/

Tim Beanland is my first repeat guest and we talk about all things BiPolar, mental health month and potential changes that need to happen in the mental health awareness movement. The best way to support the podcast is to leave a review, so if you have time and can do that, it would be much appreciated. If you want to be a guest and share your lived experience please reach out to me via the lived experience social media channels.  Topics0:00 - Introduction to Tim1:23 - Mental Health Month and lack of other conditions being mentioned6:04 - The lived experience standpoint8:16 - BiPolar dispropriate representation with the suicide rate14:14 - Managing a small business with BiPolar disorder 18:10 - Not being able to get help when it's needed30:18 - What needs to be next after awareness35:50 - Mental health first aid training 40:20 - Great bosses 43:13 - Outsourcing tasks to help reduce stress www.livedexperiencepodcast.com