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Hey everyone, just a heads up that in this episode Jessica mentions times in her life when she was suicidal. If this brings up anything for you, please reach out to someone you trust, or contact one of the support lines we’ve included in the show notes. Take care of yourselves, and feel free to pause or skip this one if you need to. This week we are chatting to Jessica Horner about neurodivergent stories. Jessica is a proudly AuDHD and disabled woman and she works as a policy advisor with People With Disability Australia. She has previously worked as a journalist at the ABC, where she focused on the experiences of late diagnosed Autistic adults across Australia and wrote, among other pieces, a long form feature article called “A Rich New Lens”. She would later be nominated as a finalist for this article, alongside her producer, for the Media Diversity Australia Award, issued by the Walkley Foundation in 2023. She has also written for ABC Everyday, ABC News, Reframing Autism, Yooralla, and others. In this episode we deep dive into how neurodivergent stories are told, by whom, and for what purpose, and unpack to impact of this on the neurodivergent community. We cover: How Jessica thinks about neurodivergence. Jessica’s experience of her neurodivergence, and how this evolved over time along with her sense of self and identity. What are stories, why do we tell stories, and why are stories important? How power dynamics become embedded in cultural stories and ways we can work to shift this. Unpacking how neurodivergent stories are told. What does trauma-informed journalism and storytelling look like? Jessica’s current hyperfixations and a personal story on how Autism can show up for her. You can find Jessica through her website, Spoonfuls of Whimsy, or on Instagram and Facebook @spoonfuls_of_whimsy Looking for mental health support? Try these resources: Immediate Support Lifeline Australia — 13 11 14 (24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention) Suicide Call Back Service — 1300 659 467 (24/7 telephone and online counselling for people affected by suicide) Beyond Blue — 1300 22 4636 (24/7 support for anxiety, depression, and suicide prevention) Kids Helpline — 1800 55 1800 (24/7 free, private, and confidential phone and online counselling for young people aged 5 to 25) Additional Resources headspace — Support for young people aged 12–25, with mental health, physical health, work, and study support. SANE Australia — Support for people living with complex mental health issues and their families. 13YARN — 13 92 76 (24/7 crisis support line run by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people) QLife — 1800 184 527 (Support for LGBTQIA+ people, available every day from 3pm to midnight) Got questions for us?? Come along to our LIVE Q&A event! Held online on 27th June (with replay available to all ticket holders). Grab a ticket here and submit your question! Enjoyed the episode and want to support us further? Join our Patreon community! Patreon subscribers receive ad-free episodes, basic episode transcripts from Season 4 onwards, access to a monthly live zoom hang out, 50% off our episode articles, plus bonus monthly content (depending on subscription tier). Check out our Patreon page to support us, as we aim to make quality mental health care information accessible to everyone: www.patreon.com/ndwomanpod. Want polished copies of our episodes in beautiful and readable pdf article format? Grab them here. Contact us at ndwomanpod@gmail.com, or visit our website: www.ndwomanpod.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People with mental health challenges, particularly those with complex needs, often require more support than conventional health services can provide. But where can they turn for additional help? In this insightful webinar, Dr. Jan Orman is joined by Rachel Green, CEO of SANE Australia, to explore the power of digital mental health services and online psychosocial support.Learn about Guided Recovery programs, moderated, clinically governed online communities, and other accredited services that provide a safe, supportive environment for individuals and their families. These services, offered by trusted organizations like SANE Australia, can be an invaluable complement to primary care, offering more accessible and targeted support than unmonitored social media groups.

The Healing Power of Expressive Writing: An Interview with Dr. Jamie Pennebaker In this enlightening episode, we delve into the transformative world of expressive writing with Dr. Jamie Pennebaker, a leading researcher in the field. Dr. Pennebaker recounts the fascinating journey from his initial studies on the impact of journaling on overcoming trauma to the development of the computer program, Linguistic Inquiry and Word Count (LIWC). Discover how expressive writing can remarkably improve physical and mental health, the significance of language in understanding emotional states, and practical advice for implementing these insights into daily life. Whether it's navigating personal hardships or fostering self-awareness, this conversation uncovers the profound benefits of putting thoughts into words. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:31 Discovering the Power of Expressive Writing 03:09 The First Study and Its Impact 06:02 Methodology and Instructions for Expressive Writing 09:48 Health Benefits and Challenges of Expressive Writing 17:07 Exploring Language and Mental Health 39:30 Case Study: Kathleen Folbigg and Text Analysis 43:16 Reflections and Future Outlook   Mental Health Resources Australia:  * Lifeline Australia: 13 11 14 or lifeline.org.au  * Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 or beyondblue.org.au  * 1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732 or 1800respect.org.au  * Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 or kidshelpline.com.au  * SANE Australia: 1800 187 263 or sane.org   United States:  * National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE or RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) at rainn.org  * National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988  * Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741  * The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or nami.org  * Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA): 1-800-662-HELP (4357) or samhsa.gov   United Kingdom:  * National Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0808 2000 247 or nationaldahelpline.org.uk  * Rape Crisis England & Wales: 0808 802 9999 or rapecrisis.org.uk  * Samaritans: 116 123 or samaritans.org  * Mind: 0300 123 3393 or mind.org.uk  * Shout Crisis Text Line: Text SHOUT to 85258  * NHS mental health services: via your GP or the NHS website.  

Osher Günsberg is one of the most recognisable media personalities. He first came to attention as the face of Australian Idol and the voice of Australia's largest weekly radio countdown, Take 40 Australia.  He was recently host of The Bachelor and The Bachelorette on Channel Ten.  Osher was also part of the Breakfast Team and co-host of Hit105's radio brekky show alongside Abby Coleman and Stav Davidson.  Osher is a keen advocate for mental health awareness and climate change. He is also the co-creator and host of Movember Radio for the Movember Foundation, and a director of the board of SANE Australia.  Please note: This a replay of the episode that was released in June 2023.Hosted by Vidit Agarwal, Founder of Curiosity Center and The High Flyers Podcast.It's now time to explore your curiosity. If you're keen to discuss sponsorship and partnering with us, email us at vidit@thehighflyerspodcast.com today! ***Follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn or TwitterGet in touch with our Founder and Host, Vidit Agarwal directly hereContact us via our website to discuss sponsorship opportunities, recommend future guests or share feedback, we love hearing how to improve! Thank you for rating / reviewing this podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, it helps others find us and convince guests to come on the show! ***The High Flyers Podcast re-imagines the traditional notion of a "high flyer" and is a premier product of the Curiosity Center. The podcast showcases the journeys of relatable role models from their sunrise (childhood) to today. Listeners love the unique and direct inside access to these relatable role models, companies and industries in every walk of life to help us all be 1% better everyday, together.180+ guests have joined Vidit Agarwal on the show from around the world including Heads of state, Olympians, Business and cultural leaders, Social Advocates, Investors, Entrepreneurs and more. Past guests include: Anil Sabharwal, Mark Suster, Ahmed Fahour, Holly Ransom, Daniel Petre, Paul Bassat, Simon Holmes a Court, Michael Traill, Osher Gunsberg, Ed Cowan, Carol Schwartz, Wyatt Roy, Jack Zhang, Martijn Wilder, Holly Kramer, Dom Price, Sam Kroonenburg and more.The Curiosity Center is your on-demand intelligence hub for knowledge, connections and growth to achieve your potential, everyday. Join 200,000+ Investors, Founders, Decision Makers and Emerging Leaders. Learn with the world's best at www.curiositycenter.xyz***

Whether you're going through a rough patch where stress is affecting your quality of life... through to dealing with anxious feelings that just won't go away - this episode is for you. We chat about the various natural approaches to supporting yourself if you're dealing with stress or anxiety - in addition to professional mental health care. If you're struggling mentally, we also recommend reaching out to one of these organisations for urgent and immediate support:

In this SAFE SPACE episode we're going to find out what it's like to live with a diagnosis of Schizophrenia so we can understand it better and help reduce some of the stigma surrounding this mental wellbeing issue. Jess sits down with 45-year-old Phoebe Kingston who has a lived experience of mental distress including a diagnosis of Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder, and more recently, Dissociative Identity Disorder.  Phoebe openly shares the stigma and discrimination they've faced, which can often be more distressing than the symptoms of the illness itself. You'll hear first hand what it's like to experience an acute, psychotic and delusional paranoid episode. There is so much we can learn from Phoebe including the importance of compassionate listening and human connection, while debunking some common myths and misconceptions surrounding Schizophrenia. Phoebe works in several roles across the mental health sector, and is a lived experience peer ambassador for SANE Australia. Phoebe has a special interest area in advocacy for alternative understandings of mental & emotional distress. So in this conversation you'll hear Phoebe use non clinical language from a carefully chosen framework of understanding and self-identity. Everyone's personal lived experience story is unique, and Phoebe is termed a ‘critical democratic peer worker' for their overarching perspectives on mental well being. Content Warning: This episode touches on suicide and you'll hear some detailed descriptions of what it's like to experience psychosis. If anything in this story has caused you distress you might like to contact lifeline 13 11 14 or Blue Knot Foundation that deals with childhood trauma Is there somebody you'd like to share this episode with? Just tap the 3 dots above ⬆︎ and pass it on LINKS: If you need support or want to learn more about Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective disorder or or you're looking to connect to other people in this situation Sane Australia  Visit The Warren Academy for more of Phoebe's recommended resources If you love what we do, why not follow the show, and rate and review on Apple or Spotify Is there someone you'd like to hear on the podcast? Send Jess your guest ideas here CREDITS:Host: Jessica RoweGuest: Phoebe Kingston Executive Producer: Nic McClureAudio Producer: Nat Marshall Digital Content Producer: Zoe Panaretos The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show acknowledges the Gadigal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders peoples here today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a Text Message.Vanessa is a registered counsellor based in Sydney, Australia. She takes a compassionate and curious approach to working with clients with a focus on addiction, complex trauma and the intergenerational nature of trauma. Vanessa's special area is food addiction, because that was the first addiction that forced her into recovery. Her approach is trauma-informed, person-centred and informed by Internal Family Systems (IFS). Vanessa has an MA in Counselling (UNE), is a certified food addiction counsellor (INFACT), and an IFS Institute trained IFS therapist. Vanessa's work is influenced by her own recovery journey, and underpinned by the principle of “do your own work”, which means Vanessa is engaged in her own therapy and draws on somatic and other healing modalities. Vanessa is also a passionate advocate for raising awareness of food addiction and complex trauma, and breaking the associated stigma. She collaborates with organisations such as SANE Australia and the Blue Knot Foundation by sharing her lived experience publicly.Website: https://www.vanessakredler.comSupport the Show.

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1 in 5 Australians live with a mental health condition. That's more than 4 million people. But despite it being one of the most common health issues impacting our community, we still find it difficult to talk about it. I'm one of those 1 in 5 people and I think it's time we changed society's perception of mental illness and how we view those who live it.  Because guess what? We're people like you. So what is this podcast all about? And when you're spoiled for choice, why choose ours? Whether you are living with a mental health issue, caring for someone, want to learn or simply interested in hearing inspirational stories of hope and recovery - this podcast is for you. Hello, I'm your host Cam Solnordal and I want to share with you a little more about this podcast series we're building with SANE Australia.  In a series of one to one interviews I'll be talking with people who have a range of different experiences and perspectives when it comes to complex mental health.  We'll hear how they navigate life's ups and downs, living, loving and making the most of the opportunities that come their way - just like all of us do.  I will be bringing you eye opening and sometimes challenging conversations as our guests welcome us into their world. Most importantly, I'll be asking them what we can all do to shift stigmatising attitudes and unhelpful behaviours so we can get to a place of true acceptance in our society.

Mark McConville is a seasoned comedian and a respected lecturer in Suicidology. With over two decades of experience in the entertainment industry, he has become one of Australia's most reliable and professional comedians. Mark's academic journey in mental health is equally impressive; he graduated from Griffith University with a Master's Degree in Suicidology and received the Griffith Award for Academic Excellence in 2016. His work now bridges the gap between laughter and serious discussions about mental health, emphasizing the power of humor in suicide prevention. As an Adjunct Lecturer at The Australian Institute for Suicide Research and Prevention, Mark continues to enlighten and engage audiences with his unique blend of comedy and compassion.   Mental Health Resources Lifeline 13 11 14 Beyond Blue 1300 22 46 36 - for online chat (3pm-12am AEST) or email responses within 24 hours MensLine Australia 1300 78 99 78 Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800 13 YARN 13 92 76 - 24/7 for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people SANE Australia 1800 18 7263 headspace 1800 650 890 youthbeyondblue 1300 224 636 Veterans Support Service 1800 011 046 PANDA (perinatal anxiety and depression) 1300 726 306 The Eating Disorders Centre (eating disorders) (07) 3844 6055 Butterfly Foundation (eating disorders) 1800 334673 QLife (LGBTI) 1800 184 527 Griefline 1300 845 745 Grow Australia (support through peer groups) 1800 558 268 Suicide Call Back Service 1300 659 467 24-hour national telephone counselling and online service for people 18 years and over Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800 Free confidential 24-hour telephone and online counselling for young people aged 5 to 25 years Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636 24-hour telephone support and online chat service with links to local services e-headspace Online counselling for young people 12 to 25 years MindhealthconnectWebsite aggregates mental health resources and content from the leading health Blue Knot Helpline and Redress Support Service Supporting adult survivors of childhood trauma and adult survivors of institutional child sexual abuse around the National Redress Scheme Call 1300 657 380 helpline@blueknot.org.au 1800 Respect Support if you, or someone you know, is experiencing sexual assault or domestic and family violence. 1800 737 732 available 24/7 - Online chat - available 24/7 - 1800respect.org.au

We hear exerpts from the Documentary Australia launch of the Wellbeing Documentary Guide  featuring Dr Mitzi Goldman Documentary Australia and filmmaker, Dr Rebecca Barry filmmaker, Akhim Dev - filmaker and Ben Steele Screen Well & Filmmaker. The Guide has been produced by Screen Well with support from SANE Australia and the film industry, as the stresses facing Documentary filmmakers is recognised.   

Rachel Green has been CEO of SANE Australia since 2021. She's a mother of 3, and has a long and celebrated career in policy, particularly as a part of the national mental health commission, work at the Black Dog institute's Lifespan project, and CEO of Independent Community Living Australia.She comes to her role as CEO with not only a huge amount of knowledge of the workings of our public health system - but also with her own experience which she is open about. SANE is a charity I'm proud to support. They do excellent work for people with recurring, persistent or complex mental health issues and trauma, and for their families, friends and communities.sane.org - forums there are excellent. I hope you enjoy getting to know Rachel Green.If you feel like voting for me for the Gold Logie, you can do so at https://www.tvweeklogies.com.au/Stay up to date on more upcoming NTNNNNN shows by joining the mailing list here: Osher Günsberg - Better Than Yesterday Podcast | LinktreeAnything else? Come visit us on discord. Join the oshergünsberg Discord Server! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Osher Gunsberg is one of the most recognisable media personalities. He first came to attention as the face of Australian Idol and the voice of Australia's largest weekly radio countdown, Take 40 Australia.  He continues to be the host of The Bachelor and The Bachelorette on Channel Ten.  Until recently, Osher was also part of the Breakfast Team and co-host of Hit105's radio brekky show alongside Abby Coleman and Stav Davidson.  Osher is a keen advocate for mental health awareness and climate change. He is also the co-creator and host of Movember Radio for the Movember Foundation, and a director of the board of SANE Australia. In this episode #132 w Osher Günsberg learn about:His sunrise in Brisbane, Australia with both parents being doctors. I found his reflections on being a “white immigrant” and being a muso in a sports school really intriguingWe cover how he found clarity for his career early on, manufacturing serendipity and how that's led to incredible opportunities, not achieving his radio or music dreams, transitioning to network TV, and evolving his identity including a name change.I was surprised to learn radio is much better to host compared to TV, and really valued Osher's candour on his battles with addiction, exactly how he prepares for a TV show shoot (make sure to note down the 5 D's and the 6 P's). I enjoyed asking Osher about how he balances his public persona with his family role, and what seeded his advocacy for climate change.I went into this a little unsure, Osher is a pro at interviews but he was candid, vulnerable and this is one of my favourite conversations for sure. It's now time to explore your curiosity. Please enjoy!(Timestamps below)***Follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn or TwitterContact us via our website to discuss sponsorship opportunities, recommend future guests or share feedback, we love hearing how to improve! Thank you for rating / reviewing this podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, it helps others find us and convince guests to come on the show! ***

This week I am joined by one of my dearest friends, Harry Jordan, to talk about Bipolar & Psychosis. Harry has a truly unique story and experienced acute onset psychosis after graduating from High School. Harry also talks about his volunteer work for Batyr and Sane Australia and the importance on educating people around Psychosis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our guest for this episode is Elfy Scott, a Sydney-based journalist whose work has appeared in Buzz Feed Australia, Guardian, The Saturday Paper, Junkee and VICE. Elfy has just released her first book called THE ONE THING WE'VE NEVER SPOKEN ABOUT: EXPOSING OUR UNTOLD MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS. It's an incredibly engaging and compelling book. part-memoir about Elfy's living experience and that of her mum, who lives with Schizophrenia. It's also a journalistic delve into why there's still massive barriers for people who experience mental health conditions like schizophrenia, bi-polar disorder, psychosis, obsessive compulsive disorder…to name a few.More episodes on complex mental health:Heidi Everett – writing fearlessly about my psych realityJacqueline Ellwood - Living through sexual and domestic violence and my bipolar diagnosis at age 42 Vietnam Veteran Dave Morgan - My battle with PTSD and keeping hope If you have been affected by anything discussed in this episode you can contact:Lifeline on 13 11 1413 YARN on 13 92 76 (24/7 crisis support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples)SANE Australia on 1800 187 263Bipolar Australia FREE mental health support is available in Victoria through Mental Health and Wellbeing Local services. All support is free, and you do not need a referral from your doctor to access help.  ermha365, in partnership with Barwon Health, Wellways Australia  and Wathaurong Aboriginal Co-operative provide services in the Greater Geelong-Queenscliffe area, 12-14 Thompson Road, North Geelong. Find your local service provider https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/mhwlocal#find-your-nearest-serviceCREDITSProduced and hosted by Emily Webb, ermha365 Advocacy and External Communications Advisor with Karenza Louis-Smith, CEO ermha365.ermha365 provides mental health and disability support for people in Victoria and the Northern Territory. Find out more about our services at our website.Follow ermha365 on social media:FACEBOOK - @ermhaorgTWITTER - @ermha365INSTAGRAM - @ermha365ermha365 acknowledges that our work in the community takes place on the Traditional Lands of many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and therefore respectfully recognise their Elders, past and present, and the ongoing Custodianship of the Land and Water by all Members of these Communities.We re

Content warning: This podcast episode features topics that some listeners may find distressing. It features in-depth discussions about mental health issues. If this podcast brings up any issues for you, please seek help from any of the hotline services listed below.  It can often feel like the weight of the world is on your shoulders; being a trade business owner, leader, parent, friend and more, can be tough!In this week's episode of ‘The Tradie Show — Together In Trade Business' Andy and Angela talk to Dr. Jodie Lowinger, founder of Mind Strength, Doctor of Clinical Psychology, and Gotcha4Life ambassador, about mental health and anxiety within the trade industry.Tune in to hear Dr. Jodie discuss her Mind Strength method; how to conquer fear and anxiety, boost mental strength and resilience, improve mindset, and skills to enhance your performance!For more on Jodie's Mind Strength Method, click HERE.For more on Gotcha4 Life, visit their website HERE. There is always help available…Lifeline: https://www.lifeline.org.au/Suicide call back service: https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/Beyond Blue: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/SANE Australia: https://www.sane.org/

This podcast discusses experiences of working with mothers who have experienced sexual trauma, have been subjected to child sexual abuse or sexual assault. Please be aware of your own emotional safety as you listen to this podcast, and if at any point you find you are struggling, or if you need to seek other help, please call lifeline on 13 11 14, Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636, or SANE Australia on 1800 187 263. The National Perinatal Mental Health Guidelines recommend that as part of normal care, all pregnant people be asked questions around psychosocial factors as early as practical in pregnancy and 6–12 weeks after birth. One of the questions within this screening process asks if the person has experienced past physical or sexual abuse. It then recommends that support be offered to people who acknowledge this past trauma. In this episode, Vicki Mansfield (Social Worker and Practice Development Officer at Emerging Minds) discusses the importance of trauma-informed pregnancy and post-natal care for people who've experienced sexual trauma. Vicki draws on her experience working within antenatal clinics, maternity wards and perinatal infant mental health services. She explores how a safe and empathic relationship with pregnant people can support their agency and choices in preparing for birth and promote emotional wellbeing for both parent and infant as they transition through this major life change. In this episode, you will learn: how past sexual trauma may increase physical and psychological vulnerability during pregnancy, birth and the transition to parenting [05:21] why it is important to explore pregnant people's feelings and concerns about birth and becoming a parent, and how to establish plans that strengthen their choices, consent and build a safe and collaborative antenatal care team [07:40] how to consider parents' postnatal needs, including debriefing after birth and being aware of trauma responses that can increase anxiety [09:41] Further information and resources: Keeping the infant and toddler in mind online course Healing the Past by Nurturing the Future online course Intergenerational mental health online course Best practice in perinatal care - COPE

TRIGGER WARNING. This episode discusses the 2002 Bali Bombing and involves content that some might find disturbing. ‘Macca' is a knock about Aussie guy who 20 years ago at 19 years old played some pretty sub amateur footy at Kingsley Football Club in Perth. In October 2002, they won the team's first premiership and 20 people flew to Bali for an end-of-season trip to celebrate their victory. But only 13 of the teammates made it home. The remaining seven were killed in the Bali bombings, a terrorist attack which claimed the lives of 202 people, including 88 Australians.  Macca remembers seeing and hearing the blast. He was sitting around a table in the Sari Club with some mates and some girls they had befriended that night. What happened in the aftermath, including his response, and the selfless response of his teammates is quite remarkable. This episode is powerful, but it also shows the caring side of Macca who has been profoundly affected by the incident. But it also shows his commitment to his own post traumatic growth.   07:30       Elite research on our guest 08:00       About Kingsley Football Club 08:30       Kingsley Football Club really sucked in 2001! 11:00       The win the Grand Final… and off to Bali they go! 14:00       Into the Sari Club…. Macca recounts the situation 19:00       Recall…. How our brains trick us…. Macca's brains response 22:00       The startling result at Macca's table. 8 metres from the bomb. Why/ How did Macca survive? 24:45       The Football Club refuse to leave…. Counting the cost. Trying to find their teammates. 26:30       How is Macca's emotional state? 28:20       How long before the realisation that mates had been killed? 33:25       Coming home 45:00       After year one… revenge or forgiveness? 51:00       Maccas advice to those going through trauma     Contact Us   www.unforgiving60.com   Email us at debrief@unforgiving60.com   Instagram, Twitter: @Unforgiving60       Music The Externals – available on Spotify Tongue Charge- not good enough to be available anywhere!! Mitchell Martin Nik Kali     Helplines.   For those who might be troubled here are some health support lines   Lifeline on 13 11 14 — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Beyond Blue aims to increase awareness of depression and anxiety and reduce stigma. Call 1300 22 4636, 24 hours/7 days a week, chat online or email. Blue Knot Foundation Helpline is the National Centre of Excellence for Complex Trauma. It provides support, education and resources for the families and communities of adult survivors of childhood trauma and abuse. Call 1300 657 380, Monday – Sunday between 9am – 5pm AEST or via email helpline@blueknot.org.au. eheadspace provides free online and telephone support and counselling to young people 12 – 25 and their families and friends. Call 1800 650 890, 9am – 1am AEST / 7 days a week, chat online or email. FriendLine supports anyone who's feeling lonely, needs to reconnect or just wants a chat. You can call them 7 days a week on 1800 424 287, or chat online with one of their trained volunteers. All conversations with FriendLine are anonymous. Kids Helpline is Australia's only free 24/7 confidential and private counselling service specifically for children and young people aged 5 – 25. Call 1800 55 1800. Lifeline provides 24-hour crisis counselling, support groups and suicide prevention services. Call 13 11 14, text on 0477 13 11 14 (12pm to midnight AEST) or chat online. MensLine Australia is a professional telephone and online counselling service offering support to Australian men. Call 1300 78 99 78, 24 hours/7 days a week, chat online or organise a video chat. MindSpot is a free telephone and online service for people with anxiety, stress, low mood or depression. It provides online assessment and treatment for anxiety and depression. MindSpot is not an emergency or instant response service. Call 1800 61 44 34. SANE Australia provides support to anyone in Australia affected by complex mental health issues, as well as their friends, family members and health professionals. Call 1800 18 7263, 10am – 10pm AEST (Mon – Fri), or chat online. Suicide Call Back Service provides 24/7 support if you or someone you know is feeling suicidal. Call 1300 659 467. Open Arms — Veterans and Families Counselling provides 24/7 free and confidential counselling to anyone who has served at least one day in the ADF, their partners and families. Call 1800 011 046. Head to Health provides free advice, assessment and referral into local mental health services. Call 1800 595 212 between 8:30am to 5pm on weekdays (public holidays excluded).    

An outtake from M5 Drive on Phoenix Radio, an interview with Rachel Green, CEO of Sane Australia, discussing SANE and the services they have to offer

Missy has been a mental health ambassador for the last 8 years with charity Sane Australia. She explains that as a result of the pandemic human touch isn't a part of the ‘norm' anymore “for 2 years we were told to not touch anybody”. “Touch is the fundamental way that humans communicate, bond and heal” and explains unfortunately some people don't have that opportunity. Missy says that Cuddle Therapy is a different type of Touch Therapy, and it is a private session. She and her colleagues are trained in Cuddle Therapy and informs us that there are 99 cuddle positions! There are different packages you can book from 1 hour to a full day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Content warning: This podcast episode features topics that some listeners may find distressing. It features in-depth discussions about suicide, its impacts and prevention. If this podcast brings up any issues for you, please seek help from any of the hotline services listed below. Mental fitness is one of the most prevalent yet untalked about topics amongst the trade industry. How many times have you heard the term ‘drink a cup of concrete and harden up?'To help combat this and bring light to the conversation, Lifestyle Tradie is proud to announce their partnership with Gotcha4Life!Founded in 2017 by @Gus Worland, Gotcha4Life's mission is for everyone to have a mate – a go-to person you can rely on when times are tough, so no one has to worry alone. With a core vision of zero suicide, the Gotcha4Life Foundation is doing AMAZING work and we are so proud to be a part of the movement.And what better time to chat with Gus' about his work than Tradies National Health Month!Gus joins Andy and Angela on this week's episode of The Tradie Show — Together In Trade Business, to chat about exercising your mental fitness.For more on Gotcha4 Life, visit their website: https://www.gotcha4life.org/ There is always help available…Lifeline: https://www.lifeline.org.au/Suicide call back service: https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/Beyond Blue: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/SANE Australia: https://www.sane.org/ 

Áine chats with Rachel Green CEO of Sane Australia. Rachel shares her own lived experience story of recovery from mental illness, growing up in Canberra and how that has guided her work with SANE and in providing care to others who need mental health support. In response to data from the Federal Government's Productivity Commission showing that 150,000 Australians are currently missing out on vital psychosocial support services that could help them manage daily activities, increase social connection, and improve their quality of life, SANE has developed the country's first digital and telephone service that provides ongoing mental health support. The service was co-designed with those with lived experience of autism, psychosocial and intellectual disability and representatives from Indigenous, multicultural and LGTBIQ+ backgrounds. “Developed and delivered by leading complex mental health organisation SANE, this new service provides guided support for people with issues like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or OCD. The service is also built for the autistic community and those with intellectual disability seeking mental health support”. “Participants will have their own personalised programs of online or over the phone counselling and peer support as well as recovery activities, such as online community forums, social groups and art sessions – all via a new digital participant portal”.

This episode is not appropriate for children. Listeners discretion is advised. This is such a complex question to answer. More information about South Australian disabled woman, Ann Marie Smith and her tragic death. Helplines are always there for you. SANE Australia provides support to anyone in Australia affected by complex mental health issues, as well as their friends, family members and health professionals. Call 1800 18 7263, 10am – 10pm AEST (Mon – Fri), or chat online. Lifeline provides 24-hour crisis counselling, support groups and suicide prevention services. Call 13 11 14, text on 0477 13 11 14 (12pm to midnight AEST) or chat online. FriendLine supports anyone who's feeling lonely, needs to reconnect or just wants a chat. You can call them 7 days a week on 1800 424 287, or chat online with one of their trained volunteers. All conversations with FriendLine are anonymous. Resources used in this episode: How to Challenge the Status Quo Successfully FIGHTING FOR DISABLED PEOPLE’S HEALTH You can ask Peta a question via: The website: www.icantstandpodcast.com Email: icantstandpodcast@gmail.com You can follow Peta on Instagram @petahooke Episode Transcript See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doctor Mark Cross has worked in psychiatry for three decades and specialises in treating young people, complex PTSD, women's mental health & anxiety disorders.Mark's also a senior Lecturer at the University of NSW & a conjoint lecturer at Western Sydney University.  He sits on the Board of SANE AUSTRALIA - whose mission is to improve the health of those living with complex mental health issues, as well as reducing stigma & in 2015, Mark received the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists NSW Branch Meritorious Service Award for his “significant contribution” to psychiatry.And if that's not enough of a professional pedigree, Mark was the lead psychiatrist on the ground-breaking series Changing Minds for the ABC - that followed patients in the locked ward of the Mental Health Unit of Liverpool Hospital.Mark's fundamental message is that mental illness is exactly that, an illness, not a character defect. He wants us all to be unafraid to speak about how we are REALLY doing. Oh, and did I forget to mention – he's also lived with anxiety all his life and refers to himself as the “anxious shrink”.  How could he NOT be a guest on Brave Journeys???  Free therapy for me!!!  Woo Hoo!!!This is Mark's story…BUT BEFORE YOU GO…Find out more about Mark hereFind out where to buy Mark's incredible memoir, "Anxiety: Expert Advice from a Neurotic Shrink Who's Lived with it All His Life" hereFollow Mark on FacebookWatch Mark's incredible weekly community vodcast, The Anxious Shrink, hereFind out more about Tam hereFollow Tam on InstaFollow BRAVE JOURNEYS on InstaJoin the conversation and chat about the episode hereNEED MORE INSPIRATION?Find other BRAVE JOURNEYS episodes hereCREDITS:Creator, Host & Executive Producer: Tammi FaradayWith thanks to my special guest: Dr Mark CrossAudio Editor: Zoltan FecsoWith very special thanks to George Weinberg.BRAVE JOURNEYS acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we record this podcast on, the Yaluk-ut Weelam Clan of the Boon Wurrung who are part of the Kulin Nation. We pay our respect to their Elders, both past, present and emerging and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

For many of us, Hollywood is to blame for the inaccurate and often offensive stereotypes conjured in our minds when we think of a person living with Schizophrenia.  That's why on this World Schizophrenia Awareness Day, The Quicky is speaking to a psychiatrist, a woman living with the condition, and another woman who cares for her husband, to break down the stigma and discuss what it's really like. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Jacob Round Guests: Dr Matthew Cullen - Psychiatrist, and CEO and Founder of Chemist2U Taylor* - Cares for her husband who is living with Schizophrenia Laura - Ambassador for SANE Australia who lives with Schizophrenia *Name has been changed for privacy. For Support and More Information About Schizophrenia: During this year's Schizophrenia Awareness Week from May 23 – 29, SANE Australia is encouraging the community to ‘Discover More' about the creative and passionate people living with Schizophrenia. SANE Australia want Australians to look beyond the diagnosis, and celebrate the people living with Schizophrenia who have unique and powerful stories. SANE Australia has a dedicated web page and social media content with blogs, articles, Instagram Q&A's for the community to Discover More about the voices of lived experiences with Schizophrenia. Click here to Discover More. CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at thequicky@mamamia.com.au Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On World Bipolar Day, Luke Grant is joined by Rachel Green, SANE Australia CEO, who says maintaining healthy and meaningful relationships with carers, friends and family is vital for people living with bipolar disorder… a medical condition which affects the brain causing extreme mood changes.    Some people mainly experience highs. Some experience mainly lows, and some experience both extremes. Bipolar disorder affects around one in 50 people at some time in their lives.   Of the 1,912 people living with complex mental health issues surveyed through SANE Australia’s National Stigma Report Card, 95.6% said they had experienced stigma or discrimination in their relationships in the previous 12 months.   Issues included relationships with friends, family, intimate partners, or in their role as parents or caregivers.   “It is important that people living with bipolar disorder are supported by people around them, at work, at home and in the community so they can live full lives, free from stigma and discrimination,” Ms Green said.   “We want more people who live with complex mental health issues to experience support like this too.”   To learn more, and to participate in conversations about bipolar disorder with people with lived experience you can visit SANE Australia’s dedicated web page for World Bipolar Day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FND AUSTRALIA SUPPORT SERVICES INC: Clinics AustraliaIf you're needing to find FND medical professionals/clinicians /clinics in your area here is the link to help based in Australia.https://fndaus.org.au/functional-neurological-disorder-clinic-australia/Beyond Bluebeyond blue provides information and support to help everyone in Australia achieve their best mental health , whatever their age and wherever they live. https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ph: 1300 22 4636Lifeline Australia :A national charity providing all Australian experiencing emotional distress with access to 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention services. We exist so that no person in Australia has to face their darkest moments alone. https://www.lifeline.org.au/.24/7 crisis support 13 11 14if life is in danger 000 Sane Australia sane australia https://www.sane.org/ has a range of helpful information resources available to help . National freecall helpline on 1800 18 7263 with advisors available 9am to 5pm weekdays and answering available after hours.  HELPFUL RESOURCES:A website all things Functional neurological Disorder written by Professor Jon Stone who is the leading FND researcher and Consultant Neurologist in Edinburgh, Scotland.https://www.neurosymptoms.org/Youtube video: What is Functional Neurological Condition By Dr. Phil Parker. A great thorough explanation of FND and the updates of FND.FND ORGANISATIONS:FND AUSTRALIA SUPPORT SERVICES INC: A wonderful resource for people in Australia with FND: from reasearch into FND, finding medical specialists and services and just information about FND. Solely dedicated to all things FND and helping those with FND in Australia.https://fndaus.org.au/FND Action: FND Action is a patient-led charity who offer a caring and supporting hand to people living with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) in the UK. FND Action provide support to those diagnosed and their caregivers by hosting online support groups, an informative website and actively advocating for the cause.https://www.fndaction.org.uk/FND Dimensions aims to develop a network of ‘peer support groups' across the UK either in face to face meetings or online via methods such as Skype. By bringing people together on a regular basis, this helps alleviate the isolation that many FND patients feel. It also gives  opportunity  for others to open up dialog and to talk to others in a similar position about the day to day challenges, issues or concerns with one another.http://fnddimensions.org/A really helpful article and explanation of what FND is:https://threadreaderapp.com/thread/1367576277956370432.html?fbclid=IwAR1GZpXe7IgC9qVlIr7ygA9RslPy6nxhQIumdUw9XMu2fs8MsMf8SwYZeVQif you are interested in FND Merchandise to support FND Australia support services by Friends of FNDhttps://imprintmerch.com.au/collections/lets-have-the-chat

TRANSCRIPT HERE   It's 2001 and you have a big hot crush on Jake Gyllenhaal. You're Stephanie Fornasier and you have a lot of feelings. You're also every early 2000's suburban teenager who listens to indie music and now you wanna know what the heck that movie was about. Was it about mental illness or time travel though? Brought to you by David and Margaret, I mean, Steph and Michael.  Trigger/content warning: Suicide, violence, trauma, murder, psychosis   Hosted by Stephanie Fornasier Cohosted, & music and artwork by Michael Watson Edited by Nicholas Fornasier   THE WEBSITE UNTIL THE WORLD ENDS:  http://archive.hi-res.net/donniedarko/    Articles referenced: Sane Australia's spotlight on schizophrenia Psychology Today history of schizophrenia LivingwithSchizophrenia.uk history of schizophrenia PubMed article on schizophrenia and IQ Sense of Cinema article on teen schizophrenia & Donnie Darko Cinemablography 'The Gendering of Mental Illness in Donnie Darko' The Mighty '8 Movies That Got Mental Illness (Mostly) Right' - Donnie is #7 Here To Help 'Youth Mental Illness on Film'    

Professor Allan Fels is former Chairman of the Australian Competition andConsumer Commission (1995-2003). Prior to that, he was Chair of its predecessor bodies, the Trade Practices Commission (1991-1995) and of the Prices Surveillance Authority (1989-1992). At the international level, Professor Fels was Co-chair of the OECD Trade andCompetition Committee (1996-2003) and a member of the Bureau of the OECDCompetition Committee (1991-2003). He is also a founding member of theInternational Competition Network. He continues to participate in OECD and ICN meetings. He chairs the OECD Asia Pacific Competition Forum.Professor Fels was Dean of the Australia and New Zealand School ofGovernment (ANZSOG), a position he occupied from 2003 (as Foundation Dean)until 2012.He was Professor of Administrative and Director of the Monash Graduate Schoolof Management from 1984 until 1989.He is currently a professorial fellow in the University of Melbourne, both in theMelbourne Law School and in the Faculty of Economics and Business, anadjunct professor at Monash University in the Faculty of Business andEconomics, and visiting professor at the Division of Social Sciences in theUniversity of Oxford.Professor Fels takes part in numerous national and state enquiries, for exampleas an Associate Commissioner of the Productivity Commission (2009-2010) in itsenquiry into executive pay, as Chair of the Victorian Government Taxi IndustryInquiry (2011-2013), and as Commissioner, Fire Services Levy Monitor, Victoria(2012-2014). He also was a member of the Parliamentary Entitlements Reviewin 2009. He chaired the Privacy and Consumer Taskforce on the Access Card ofthe Coalition Government in 2005-2006.He is Chair of the Visy Australasia Governance Board (Australia's largest privatebusiness). Currently, he is Electricity Price Commissioner and was previously theEmergency Services Levy Insurance Monitor until 2020, both for the Governmentof New South Wales. He had a similar insurance role for the Government ofVictoria. He continues to direct China programs for ANZSOG. These include the ChinaAdvanced Leadership Program (CALP). This is a three week-program inProfessor Fels is a Commissioner of the Royal Commission into Mental Health inVictoria. He is the former Chair of the Australian National Mental HealthCommission, and patron of numerous mental health organisations includingMental Health Council of Australia, Mental Health Victoria, and Sane Australia.He also Chairs the Haven Foundation with provides accommodation, support andcare for persons with severe, persistent mental illness. He is a Board member ofMind Australia.He has been a member of the Global Public Advisory Board of Uber.He was Chair of the Fels Wage Fairness Panel for 7-Eleven from September2015 until May 2016. The Coalition Government appointed him to Chair theMigrant Workers Taskforce from October 2016 until 2019.He has chaired the Public Interest Journalism Initiative (PIJI) since 2019.He is the author of numerous publications in the field of competition law andpolicy, and is the subject of a biography by Fred Brenchley, “Allan Fels: A Portraitof Power” (published by John Wiley in 2003 and in Chinese by the ChineseAcademy of Social Sciences in 2014) and authored a book in 2019, “ToughCustomer” (published by Melbourne University Press).He was awarded the Order of Australia (AO) IN 2001.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/labanditchburn?fan_landing=true)

It’s World Mental Health Day. Dan and Kristin caught up with Dr Mark Cross, Psychiatrist and author. They discuss a range of mental health topics: changes in mental health literacy at a population level the mental health of health professionals mental health and well being in challenging times best practice prescribing of psychotropic medicines You can read more about Mark’s work and his new book on the SANE Australia website.

Lorelle Zemunik is from Mental Health Victoria who is the peak body for mental health service providers in Victoria. Their vision is to ensure that those living with mental illness can access effective and appropriate treatment, along with community support. Lorelle has an extensive background in case management in community and clinical mental health services. She is a Senior Trainer at Mental Health Victoria and uses her lived experience of mental health in peer support, consultancy, and consumer research and training. (0.55) Overview of anxiety and depression (1.46) How common are anxiety and depression? (2.10) Those most at risk for developing anxiety and depression (2.30) How anxiety manifests (3.00) Common behaviours that occur with anxiety or depression (3.52) Anxiety and other symptoms (4.36) Top tips for those with anxiety or depression (5.38) Signs to indicate anxiety or depression (6.40) Key actions for support people (7.38) Triggers for anxiety or depression (9.26) Grounding strategies (11.10) Tips to switch off the brain to help sleep (12.51) When to seek help (13.43) Caring for our wellbeing (16.29) Other resources Useful Links Headspace https://www.headspace.com/ Beyond Blue https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ Sane Australia https://www.sane.org/ Black Dog Institute https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/ At the time of publication, GMHBA have provided current, evidence-based information, however information contained in these podcasts should not be relied on as a substitute for professional medical advice. Views expressed in this podcast are not necessarily the view of GMHBA and we make no representation regarding the quality, accuracy or completeness of the information. GMHBA is not liable for any loss or damage suffered arising out of the reliance on the information, text, photos or advertisements used in this podcast, except that which cannot be excluded by law. All materials appearing in GMHBA’s Healthier Together podcast is copyright.

 (0:00:00) Acknowledgement of Country.  (0:21:00) We chat to Bronwyn Carlson about the recent decision by online dating app Grindr to remove the ethnicity filter. This step was taken in light of the #BLM movement. We chat about indigenous and queer men on the app and how experiences vary on the online dating scene.   (0:40:00) Jack Heath, the CEO of SANE Australia joins us on the show to explain the new online resource they’ve created to provide greater info and support for carers of those with mental illnesses. It looks into what is needed to help and support carers while also acknowledging and making note of the importance of self-care.    (1:18:00) We speak to Farhad Bandesh, who came to Australia in 2013 to seek asylum. Farhad was recently moved from the Mantra Hotel in Preston to MITA, late at night and without his art materials and other personal belongings. The forced relocation took place just days after Farhad appeared on national television to raise questions about the safety of refugees and asylum-seekers in detention. Farhad explains how the government has ignored all requests at acquiring his much loved art supplies, as well as how art has helped him survive. 

This episode was inspired by Men's Health Week and gave Gerhard and I the opportunity to reflect on his experience with anxiety, depression and suicidal ideation. Gerhard shares his definition and belief of what masculinity is and how it has shaped the way he views mental health. Shit gets pretty emotional towards the end as we reflect on the friends and family we have lost to suicide. If you or someone you know is going through this please get reach out to someone and share! Telling someone can be the hardest part but know that you are loved and you can work through this. Mens Line Australia: 1300 78 99 78 Dad in Distress (peer support for separated dads): 1300 853 437 SANE Australia (people living with a mental illness): 1800 187 263 Lifeline Australia: 13 11 14 Follow us @nessvoigt @gerhardfvoigt Grab your deck of Mana Wahine Affirmation Cards @ www.vanessavoigt.com.au   

Join Clancy Overell, Errol Parker Wendell Hussey to get your weekly news in a easily digestible serving. Recording out of our respective Budgy Smuggler Bedrooms, there's plenty to talk about. So tune in. This episode is brought to you by SANE Australia. Physical distancing doesn't have to mean social distancing. If you need mental health support please visit the Sane Forums

Crabb and Sales recorded a couple of podcasts before coronavirus brought Australia to a near-standstill. This is the second instalment.This episode is presented by SANE Australia(1.20) Strong Songs Podcast - Satisfied Episode(2.20) To Life: Vanessa's Wedding Surprise - Lin-Manuel Miranda Performance At His Wedding(2.30) The Hamilton Mixtape - Spotify Playlist - White House Premiere Youtube Video - Amazon(8.15) Hamilton the Revolution book(10.10) Kirk Hamilton Twitter (11.30) This American Life - The Feather Heist - Transcript(15.15) The Eleventh Podcast by ABC - Website - Apple PodcastsThe man who made 'the worst video game in history' BBC Magazine Article by Richard Hooper(22.40) Movies That Made Us - Netflix

One unsung benefit of the global COVID-19 isolation measures is the availability of world famous podcast guests who would usually not have the time to sit down for a chat. But this week, after 14 days in Iso, the Betoota Advocate have been able to nab a hot 45 minutes with The Daily Show correspondent Ronny Chieng. The editors talk to Ronny about his rise from Melbourne comedy rooms to Crazy Rich Asians and The Daily Show - and how underwhelming it is to work with the ABC as a comedian. Very juicy stuff. This episode is brought to you by SANE Australia. Physical distancing doesn't have to mean social distancing. If you need mental health support please visit the Sane Forums Recorded from the Budgy Smuggler Bedrooms

Join Clancy Overell, Errol Parker Wendell Hussey to get your weekly news wrap. Beaming out of our respective Budgy Smuggler Bedrooms, there's a lot to cover. So tune in. This episode is brought to you by SANE Australia. Physical distancing doesn't have to mean social distancing. If you need mental health support please visit the Sane Forums

Crabb and Sales recorded a couple of podcasts before coronavirus brought Australia to a near-standstillThis episode is presented by SANE Australia(1.30) 2020 Sydney Gay And Lesbian Mardi Gras - Full Parade SBS(6.30) Yellow Notebook: Diaries Vol 1, 1978-87 with Helen Garner / chaired by Annabel Crabb at the Adelaide Festival(11.10) The Children’s Bach by Helen Garner(12.50) Far From The Tree by Andrew Solomon(19.30) Conversations with Richard Fidler, Sarah Kanowski - Andrew Solomon(23.20) Nothing To See Here by Kevin Wilson(24.00) Taffy Brodesser-Akner - Twitter Account(27.30) Movies That Made Us - Netflix - Season 2 Trailer (28.00) Home Alone Trailer(30.00) How Harold Ramis and Bill Murray Ended Their Feud and Other Things We Learned in This Memoir by Brian Boon - Vulture(31.00) Ghostbusters Music Video by Ray Parker Jr(32.00) The Stranger - Netflix - Trailer(35.10) American Factory - Netflix - Trailer(38.30) The Heights - ABC - Season 2 Trailer (39.20) The 11 o'clock short film

Autumn is an awkward time of the year to be locked in your home with no sport to watch. It's been a big couple weeks and the news cycle is constantly updating us on the developments of the COVID-19 outbreak. One story that has fallen by the wayside in Australia is the stunted return to glory of Liverpool F.C - So this week, Clancy and Errol interview Lucy Zelic - soccer maestro and pronunciation extraordinair. Zelic gives Betoota the run down on her winding career path, the growth of soccer in Australia, and how things are being managed from the media end of the World Game during these uncertain times. This episode is brought to you by SANE Australia. Physical distancing doesn't have to mean social distancing. If you need mental health support please visit the Sane Forums Recorded from the Budgy Smuggler Bedrooms

Kate and Mandy have a chat about strategies they have used to combat anxiety, with the Carona Virus/Covid-19 dominating our lives, they talk about things that have helped them over the years when they feel anxious. Big Love Pea.You can still watch the Too Peas livestream from last Saturday 21 March (via Facebook)It’s Okay poem (via Facebook)ABC’s Coronacast with Norman SwanMamamia’s The Quicky podcastThe Welcome to Holland Poem by Emily Perl KingsleyMandy’s make a difference is Dixie Chicks’ new song GaslighterKate’s make a difference is Ballpark Music’s Spark UpIf you or someone you know is experiencing depression or struggling with their mental health, please contactLifeline on 13 11 14 (available 24/7)Online Crisis Support Chat (available nightly at www.lifeline.org.au)SANE Australia (www.sane.org) 1899 18 7263Beyond Blue Support Service (www.beyondblue.org.au) 1300 22 4636For Domestic Violence Support1800RESPECT www.1800respect.org.au or 1800 737 732 (available 24/7)For additional services in each state (and for people who are deaf, hard of hearing or have a speech impairment) visit Reach OutWebsite: www.toopeasinapodcast.com.auEmail: toopeaspodcast@gmail.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/too-peas-in-a-podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kate and Mandy talk mental health with Osher Günsberg. Osher is the host of The Bachelor, The Bachelorette and Bachelor in Paradise and speaks openly about his battle with depression, social anxiety and obsessive compulsive disorder.Osher’s podcast is called DadPod in which he talks about his adventures as a new dad with co-presenter Charlie ClausenHe also has another podcast called Better than YesterdayOsher wrote a book about recovering from the depths of psychosis called Back, After the BreakMandy and Osher really love Australian SurvivorMandy cried watching Zoe’s Extraordinary Playlist on StanIf you or someone you know is experiencing depression or struggling with their mental health, please contact:Lifeline on 13 11 14 (available 24/7)Online Crisis Support Chat (available nightly at www.lifeline.org.au)SANE Australia (www.sane.org) 1899 18 7263Beyond Blue Support Service (www.beyondblue.org.au) 1300 22 4636Or your local crisis centreWebsite: www.toopeasinapodcast.com.auEmail: toopeaspodcast@gmail.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/too-peas-in-a-podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Approximately 690,000 Australians experience complex mental health difficulties, including psychosis, personality disorder, eating disorders, bipolar and OCD. Deputy CEO of SANE Australia, Michelle Blanchard, joins host Jerome Doraisamy on this episode of The Wellness Daily Show to talk about the Our Turn to Speak campaign, which is a national survey that seeks to understand the life experiences of people living with severe and complex mental health issues in Australia. Michelle explains the different aspects of stigmatic and discriminatory behavior, how the organisation plans to use their findings to inform policy changes, and the hypothesised implications of these results for people who work in professional services and suffer from such conditions.

Cameron Solnordal, Peer Ambassador for SANE Australia, and star of the SBS show ‘How Mad Are You’ talks to the team about the lived experience of having schizophrenia; the team discuss the potential medical benefits of riding a motorbike; and the ancient practice of stoicism is compared to modern therapy techniques like psychotherapy and cognitive behavioural therapy. With Radiotherapy presenters Dr Dolittle, Cyber Sue and Panel Beater.

Richard talks to Simon Abrahams, the creative director & CEO of Melbourne Fringe. The Fringe has set up a new home called Common Rooms at Trades Hall where they will be running productions throughout the year. He hopes the shows will capture The Fringe's feeling of rebellion, inclusivity and support of independent arts.Next Richard talks to playwright, director, performer and producer Rebecca Lister about her new work 2:20AM. The play covers the sensitive topic of suicide from the perspective of four people who have come together for a creative writing course. It's based off of Rebecca's experiences as a social worker, arts worker and a person who has been bereaved by a suicide. It has been created in association with Support After Suicide, SANE Australia and Jesuit Social Services and it will be having a metropolitan and regional tour in areas around Victoria that are particularly effected by suicide. If this interview brings up any issues you can call Lifeline on 13 11 14.Finally Richard talks to director Shareena Clanton and cast member Corey Saylor-Brunskill about their upcoming theatre production Conversations With The Dead. This is a work by Richard Frankland about his experiences working on the Royal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody. The work is put on by Ilbijerri Ensemble and is a part of Future Echoes, which is a new initiative by the Arts Centre Melbourne to put on works by young artists.

Wednesday 24th July 2019 || Hosted by Eiddwen and Will [Segment times in brackets] || 3CR is proud to acknowledge the Kulin Nations as true owners and custodians of the lands from which we broadcast. We pay respect to their elders past and present and acknowledge that their sovereignty was never ceded and a treaty has yet to be signed || [19:06] Dr Michelle Blanchard, Deputy CEO of SANE Australia, talks to us about mental healthcare systems in Australia in the wake of the Royal Commission into Victorian mental healthcare industry. If you have questions or need more support, you can call contact SANE on 1800 187 263,  or Lifeline on 13 11 14 || [31:47] Finding Our Words is a new exhibition of poetry, video art, painting and more, articulating the inner experience of mental health issues. Charmaine of the Dax Centre comes on the show to talk about the exhibition and the power of poetry and art to express what we often fail to do in conversation. Catch the free exhibition at the Dax Centre until 20 September 2019 (12-5pm W-F), 30 Royal Parade (Kenneth Myer Building, Unimelb) in Parkville, Victoria || [44:23] The Australian Film, Television, and Radio School's Indigenous Unit has come out with it's inaugural podcast Talk Talk: Indigenous language and storytelling. Head of the Indigenous Unit and host of the show Kyas Sherriff comes on the show to talk about the podcasts, her hopes for its future and what you can learn by tuning in. The first five episodes of Talk Talk are available on iTunes, Audioboom and the AFTRS website || [1:01:05] Mining has already commenced in the Gallilee basin and we speak to independent anti-coal activist Tilly who has just been released from jail. Tilly as well as other activists were arrested for allegedly locking-on with a barrel full of concrete that supposedly obstructed a train serving the Adani-run mine. In the process, four French journalists were also arrested while they were covering the incident. Tilly endorses Frontline Action on Coal as a great place to start if you are interested in joining her in the struggle against coal mining || [1:13:55] The Central Australian Aboriginal Media Association (CAAMA) has released four EPs as part of the Therrka Endangered Languages Project. Therrka seeks to preserve for record the music and sounds of four Indigenous languages and the artists who use them, including Stuart Nuggett who sings in the critically endangered Jingili language which has five surviving fluent speakers. We spoke to Matt Byrnes, CAAMA Music Manager to learn more about the project. You can find the EPs on most music streaming services, with a full list of artists at the CAAMA Music website ||  Music:Ngarrikwujeyinama by Emily WurramaraKapi (Water) by Jonathan Doolan and the Areyonga BandNayurni (Woman) by Stuart Nuggett 

Ryan from Spit and Polish returns from the previous episode to chat Lou Reed with Stefan. The infamous "Loutallica" record Lulu had been discussed in Episode 2 from the perspective of two Metallica fans, but was missing the voice of a real Reed fan. In addition to his role as "Lulu Defence Force", Ryan also discusses the late great Lou Reed classic, Berlin (1973).  This episode ends with a reaction to the news that AC/DC have been back in the black recording new rock n roll. Originally recorded 7th February 2019. Please note that there are some heavy themes discussed in this episode, including abuse. If you or someone you know needs support, please seek help from someone you trust, a medical professional or contact the following organisations: beyondblue: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ (1300 224 636) Kids Helpline: https://kidshelpline.com.au/ (1800 551 800) Lifeline: https://www.lifeline.org.au/ (13 11 14) SANE Australia: https://www.sane.org/ (1800 187 263) Suicide Prevention Australia: https://www.suicidepreventionaust.org/ (02) (9223 3333) Spit and Polish Presents is a movie podcast, so be sure to hit up their socials and subscribe to the show. Spotify- https://spoti.fi/2Mx6lE5 iTunes- https://apple.co/2BKjPaT Podbean- http://bit.ly/2o9BTBu GooglePlay- http://bit.ly/2NjBNlK Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/spitandpolishpresents/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/SpitPolishPre Rock Capital is the best of rock and roll culture. Each episode, your host Stefan Bradley chats with a guest about the rock news, events and releases of the week, and takes a deep dive into how music becomes part of a person. The show is recorded in Australia's rock capital, Melbourne. #RockCapital   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RockCapitalPod Twitter: https://twitter.com/RockCapitalPod iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/rock-capital/id1444992565?mt=2 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Vk34pqhZZcZcbypxFylat Google Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/y8y4pbfy

The Australian Bureau of Statistics have just released their annual Cause of Death statistics that shows the rate of Australians taking their own life has increased year on year. We... LEARN MORE The post SANE Australia – Annual Suicide Statistics appeared first on Tom and Warren.

Imagine a world where everyone is connected and are protected from suicide. This is what R U OK? are working to create. Last week I spoke with Anastasia from the R U OK? team. As it was the day before their 10th annual R U OK? day, she was very generous with her time. R U OK? is an Aussie suicide prevention charity inspiring people to meaningfully connect and support those struggling with life. As Anastasia shares, simply asking someone, “Are you OK?” and then starting the conversation could change someone’s life. She shares the steps you can take to show someone you care, that they are not alone and that help is available. We also talk about how to notice if someone needs you to reach out to them, and even what to do when you ask someone if they are OK and they don’t want to talk about it. This is a very important episode and provides you with the strategies you need to be there for your loved ones, friends and even strangers when they need you the most. Due to the nature of this podcast, if you are effected in any way, please call lifeline’s national 24/7 counselling service on 13 11 14. And, for our listeners outside of Australia please contact your local crisis centre or your family doctor. During our chat, Anastasia shared about: * How to switch off after a stressful day * Anastasia’s drive and passion for working with R U OK? * The difference R U OK? is making in the community * The importance of compassion and understanding when talking about suicide and mental health * Resources to help you talk about suicide and mental health * Mindframe media guidelines for school, media, theatre, anyone talk about suicide in the community - http://www.mindframe-media.info *Sane Australia stigma watch - https://www.sane.org/changing-attitudes * Two of factors that can put people at risk of suicide are a lack of belonging and being a burden on others. * R U OK? is an early intervention organisation to help build stronger connections with people so they feel a greater sense of belonging and knowing that they are not alone * Some indicators that someone might be struggling with life include: * changes in behaviour * their mood and attitude is more negative * they are more tired than usual and their sleep habits have changed * the way they describe their day is different * The 4 steps R U OK? recommend you use when you notice someone is struggling with life * Ask “are you ok?” in the right time and place where it is quiet and comfortable, and comment on some of the changes you have noticed * Listen: give them the space to share their story with open ended questions. Silence is ok in the conversations and it can serve as a prompt for them to open up more. Reflect back what you hear them say. * Encourage action. What are some of the steps they can take to start positive action. For example, see their doctor, and offer to take that step with them. * Check in. Don’t let the conversation be a one-off, instead taking time to follow up and continue the connection. * What to do if you ask someone “are you ok” and they don’t want to open up: * sometimes it can be the 6th or 7th time you ask when they open up * who else is in their support network who they might feel more comfortable talking to * emphasis the changes you have noticed in them. Eg, “I know you don’t want to talk about it and that you say you are ok, but I have noticed these things and if you ever want to chat I’m here for you.” * make an extra effort to connect with them and see if there is a better chance to ask them again * see if you can create a more positive way to talk about the benefits of help seeking and opening up to others, such as sharing your own story or that of someone you know. The importance of educating yourself so that you are able to be there for others even more and take care of yourself even better For more information on mental health check out: * R U OK? - https://www.ruok.org.au * Sane Australia - https://www.sane.org/changing-attitudes * Kids helpline - www.kidshelpline.com.au * Your town - https://www.yourtown.com.au * Headspace - https://headspace.org.au If you are struggling yourself, we strongly encourage you to reach out for support. to your best mate, someone you work with, or someone that you trust and to start your help seeking journey. If you are not sure where to begin, going to your doctor is a great place to start, and being open and honest with them about why you booked the appointment is really important. If you need an immediate listening ear connect with lifeline on 13 11 14. They are free, confidential, nation wide and open 24/7 (in Australia). They are online as well at https://www.lifeline.org.au. If you are outside Australia, contact you local crisis centre. The importance of connecting with your friends and loved ones so you can really work on and build your relationships. Anastasia’s definition of doing life better Anastasia’s challenge for the week: “Let’s chat”. Connect with someone, lock in the time to connect and have a chat. You can connect with R U OK? at www.ruok.org.au and @ruokday on instagram You can follow me on Instagram at @davejorna and @dolifebetterpodcast. To contact us about retreats, leadership training and workshops visit www.projecthatch.com.au or email us at hello@projecthatch.com.au. Remember to subscribe to, rate and review the podcast to help spread the do life better message. Now, go out and create a great day.

Running time 9.42 On 23 July 2018, at Suicide Prevention Australia’s National Suicide Prevention Conference, Chief Executive Nieves Murray launched a paper that challenges Australia’s view of the role of mental illness when it comes to suicide prevention. Listen to our interview with SANE Australia's Head of Programs, Sarah Coker, on why this Paper is important and what it means for all of us. More on the Paper below and [on the SPA website](https://www.suicidepreventionaust.org/news/media-release-new-discussion-paper-challenges-australia%E2%80%99s-views-role-mental-illness-and-suicide). Research shows people living with complex mental illness are 13-45 times more likely to take their own life their own life than those living without mental illness. For people living with: * Borderline personality disorder the risk is 45 times greater * Anorexia nervosa the risk is 31 times greater * Major depressive disorder the risk is 20 times greater * Bipolar disorder is 17 times greater * Schizophrenia the risk is 13 times greater Ms Murray calls for government, business and community to play their part in the delivering the change that is recommended to prevent suicide of those living with mental illness. “To support more people with mental illness to live longer lives, we must implement prevention strategies focused on increasing mental health literacy, reducing stigma and increasing access to care. We must implement system level improvements that integrate mental health and suicide prevention planning. We must invest in improved education, training and resourcing for those in health and social support roles. We must invest in strategic research and evaluation to better understand suicide and its prevention.” Suicide Prevention partnered with SANE Australia to develop this paper in conjunction with a panel of people with personal and professional expertise. SANE Australia General Manager of Research, Policy and Programs Dr Michelle Blanchard, who co-authored the report, says suicide is a complex issue and mental health services have a crucial role to play in helping address the associated risks. “Given what we know about this higher risk of suicide for those living with mental illness, it’s vital suicide prevention strategies aim to grow mental health literacy, reduce stigma surrounding mental illness, promote access to evidence-based care and are developed in collaboration with people who have experience living with mental illness. We also know certain social and environmental factors that can exacerbate mental illness can also play a role in suicide including trauma, discrimination, social isolation, unemployment or homelessness.” SANE Australia ambassador Terri Warner lives with bipolar disorder and has attempted to take her own life requiring emergency medical intervention. “Before I attempted suicide, I felt overwhelmed. I couldn’t see a way out and found myself in an intolerable moment that I didn’t think would end, but that I desperately wanted to be over. I had exhausted what I thought were all of the possibilities and was so trapped by what I was thinking and feeling that I couldn’t reason, problem solve or find any resemblance of hope that there was a way forward,” Ms Warner said. “I believe it’s important mental health professionals work with each individual to help manage those kinds of feelings, as what works for one person won’t work for everyone. It took me a long time to realise the strategies that work for me. It’s time we thought outside the box in our approach to suicide prevention and listen to, rather than challenge, people who have attempted suicide.” #NSPC18 It is so important to talk openly and safely about suicide but, if listening to this triggers difficult emotions in you, please talk about how you’re feeling with a trusted family member, friend or people at one of our partner organisations. Call Lifeline on 131114, MensLine 1300 78 99 78, ...

On this week's show, Dr SK, Doctor Peri Partum, Lady Gaga and Panel Beater explored the topics of older listeners, how they interact with music and how it affects their well being with Dr Amanda Krause, a fellow researcher at the Conservatorium of Music, Melbourne University. The CEO of SANE Australia, Jack Heath, discussed their merge with the Dax Centre, a merge that reduces stigmatisation of mental health. In news, the team discuss the potential of easing whiplash symptoms through psychotherapy and the childhood trauma consequences in separation of parents when children are detained.

About 3 per cent of Australians live with bipolar disorder. It's a condition that makes it really hard to regulate your mood. You get depressive episodes and high energy mania. It can make dating and maintaining relationships really difficult, both for the person with bipolar, and their partner. On the podcast, you'll hear from Professor Greg Murray, a clinical psychologist who specialises in bipolar disorder, and you'll hear from Jess who's living with bipolar and in her early 20s. She's also an ambassador for SANE Australia. If this podcast brings up thing that you want to talk about, there is always Lifeline - 13 11 14.

Geoff Wilson is a noted figure in the Australian Finance industry, he’s the founder and chairman of Wilson Asset Management. In the last year Geoff was named an officer in the general division of the Order of Australia for services to the business and finance sector, professional financial bodies and the community as a supporter of charitable foundations. I never grew up knowing anything about finance, the stock market, investment - it just wasn’t around me. It was only later in life that I started to meet people who actually knew what all the little numbers and charts in the stock exchange mean. It was only later still that I started to realise that these were jobs that people had, that they worked their way up to, that they could make careers out of. And Geoff is one of those people. I wanted to talk to him because I was fascinated by not only his career path and how a life in the finance world can build into an incredible career - but also because of how he and I met. Geoff is the founder of a number of managed funds - we will get into the terminology in the chat - but two of the funds particularly, Future Generations and Future Generations Global, are ways for investors to not only see a return but also give back to the community. As Geoff explains - the way fund managers get paid is usually a percentage of the fund and a performance bonus. So Geoff created the Future Generation Investment company and the Future Generation Global Investment Company model as a way for the funds management and finance industry to make a significant and ongoing impact to the community. How it works is that The Future Generation fund managers do not charge management or performance fees, allowing the companies to donate 1% of assets to the supported charities each year. What that does is provide an ongoing source of funding for Australian charities, with a focus on children at risk (Future Generation Investment Company supports 14 charities) and youth mental health (Future Generation Global supports 8 charities including SANE Australia, which is where I met Geoff). Listening to Geoff’s story and how he built a career in an industry that I knew little about was fascinating to me. But then hearing how he was affected by time spent working as a Lifeline counsellor - that was truly the most incredible part of this conversation. He’s clearly a very successful man, he’s worked very hard to get where he is today - and yet he still found time on a weekday morning at 9am to come over to my apartment to talk about his career, his work, and why he does what he does. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Host Rosie Waterland's realised at age 8 that she was never going to be one of those incredible kids on the news who manages to save the day in a time of crisis. While staying with her Dad and Grandpa in Tumut, a fall by Grandpa sparked off a series of events that ended up with the passing of Rosie's Dad. Rosie and Lisa talk about that moment in their lives and the effect that it still has on them to this day. This episode contains elements that may cause distress. If it does, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14, SANE Australia on 1800 18 72 63 or your GP or health care professional. Rosie Waterland's 'Crazy Lady' tour is touring Australia in September and October. For tickets, head to http://www.frontiercomedy.com/rosiewaterland Find PodcastOne Australia on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/podcastoneau/ Follow PodcastOne Australia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podcastoneau/ Follow PodcastOne Australia on Twitter: https://twitter.com/podcastoneau Download the PodcastOne app from the Apple and Google Play app stores.

Leonie Newton is the founder of Opportune Moments Success Coaching (OMSC) and Conversations With A Life Coach (CWALC). She retired from teaching to pursue her coaching career full time in 2013. Since then, Leonie has been invited to co-author a book with leaders in the industry, Jim Britt and Jim Lutes. Her chapter, “Self Loathing to Self Loving” in The Change: Insights Into Personal Empowerment Book 5 was published in May 2015. Leonie is world-renowned as an elite Coach Consultant, who mentors new coaches to success through OMSC, by productising their ideas and concepts into tangible, profitable services. She thrives on contribution, which is why she is most proud of being accepted as a key speaker for SANE Australia's Mindful Employer Program. Her CWALC events provide an opportunity to build community awareness about life coaching and how effective it is for creating significant, permanent change. In addition to holding a Bachelor of Education, Leonie posses an extensive coaching toolkit including but not limited to: Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), EDISC Behavior Profiling, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) and Hypnosis.  By combining these powerful transformative tools with subtler arts of being a Reiki Master-Teacher and her own technique of Energy Alignment Technique, Leonie is now bringing her unique and eclectic programs online to benefit not only the CEOs of the world who wan to operate at next practice level, but also anyone who chooses to take charge of their situations. _________________ Your Host:  Deb Crowe is a professional speaker and lifestyle coach and loves to be authentically undefined! www.debcrowe.com        

Jack Heath is the CEO of SANE Australia, where I am fortunate to sit as a director on their board. Jack started with a career in politics while the Labour government was in power here in Australia, and after a tragic incident where his cousin died by suicide - Jack started the Inspire foundation in 1997. Now known as Reach Out, It was the world’s first online mental health service for young people. After over a decade there, and successfully launching Reach Out in Ireland and in the US - Jack now is the CEO of SANE Australia, which works to help the nearly four million Australians affected by a complex mental illness. There’s been a great amount of work done in our community around awareness and destigmatization of Anxiety and Depression, and indeed we now live in a different world in regards to both of these illnesses. However, there’s nearly 700,000 Australians that live with a Complex Mental Illness diagnosis. This includes Bipolar Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, Eating Disorders, and schizophrenia. This week in Australia it’s schizophrenia awareness week. Whatever you think about when you think about schizophrenia, I’m asking you to open your mind to be changed. Schizophrenia is not a death sentence, there is help and treatment available and indeed a rich and fulfilling life is still available. I guess the biggest misconception about schizophrenia is that a diagnosis means you’ll be a danger to yourself and others. In fact the latest research out of Sweden shows that the possibility of someone with schizophrenia being violent is far less likely that previously thought, which is a finding that allows both medical personnel and indeed law enforcement to focus their limited resources on the very few patients that do pose a risk to themselves and others. Now a trigger warning right up here at the top. Jack’s story involves talking about the death by suicide of his cousin, and Jack discloses incidents of sexual abuse that happened to him while he was still a child. Again if you need to speak to someone - please hit pause on this and call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or SANE Australia on 1800 18 7263 Ok. This is a heavy conversation, but it’s an important conversation. You ready? OK. Come to my kitchen, sit at my vintage parker table in my super-comfy Eames dining chairs, and enjoy this cup of tea and a chat with CEO of SANE Australia Jack Heath. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

​Dr Mark Cross (@DrMCross) is a psychiatrist, author, television presenter and fellow board member of SANE Australia.For many years he ran the youth ward at Campbelltown Hospital in Sydney, however he’s moved on from that to focus on other things.He’s best known in Australia for his SBS TV show “Changing Minds”, which worked to destigmatize community attitudes to mental illness - and he produced a book of the same name.Mark and I sit together on the board of SANE Australia which works to help more than 4 four million people in Australia who are affected by complex mental illness including OCD, borderline personality disorder, bipolar, PTSD, eating disorders and schizophrenia.I’m grateful to be a part of the board there, and relish working alongside Mark and other board members to help change attitudes in our society about complex mental illness, and help show that a diagnosis does not necessarily mean you’re a danger to yourself and others - and that a rich and full life is indeed still available for you.Mark has a fascinating story, and I’m grateful he took the time to speak with me and indeed to be so open with his story.Come and sit as Mark and I pick away at the last of the catering left after a board meeting, and enjoy a chat in a boardroom in Paddington Sydney on a blue autumn afternoon. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

SANE Australia is a charity that helps Australians affected by mental illness. Their popular online community, SANE Forums, serves as one of their primary initiatives. It isn’t just SANE Australia’s community, but the online community of 51 partner organizations, as well. When they seek funding (from the Australian government and others), they have the prove their value and show their ROI. But what’s the ROI of an anonymous, nonprofit, mental health forum? That is one the challenges facing online community manager Nicole Thomas. Plus: How the 51 different partner organizations contribute to the community Scaling the SANE Forums volunteer program The benefits of allowing people with mental illness to see the discussions of those who care for others with mental illness Big Quotes “Our forums are anonymous, so they don’t share a lot, but what we do ask for is postcodes. [When it comes to measuring ROI,] we look at, in particular, the feeling around social isolation. … There’s no surprise that services in particularly rural Australia aren’t as accessible, and so the appointments with professionals are further apart than those who live in major cities. For them, the forums are providing stability between appointments – a stable network of people that they can look to for support. While they will still have their ups and downs between appointments with a psychologist, they have this base of people they can always come to online.” -@nikkiniknik About Nicole Thomas Nicole Thomas is the online community manager of SANE Australia’s online peer support community. SANE Australia is a national charity helping all Australians affected by mental illness. Their online community, SANE Forums, is made up of two segments. One for people with lived experience of complex mental illness, and one for those who care for someone with a complex mental illness. Since completing her Bachelor of Education degree, Nicole has had a diverse career with past roles within the New South Wales Department of Education, corporate learning and development, and youth mental health. In 2014, Nicole began her role at SANE to launch the community and since then has continued to lead the strategic direction and development of SANE Forums. In 2015, she co-founded the Community Managers Interagency Group, which consists of community managers from several not-for-profit organizations who provide online peer support communities. Nicole is passionate about the role online communities can play in addressing social and geographical isolation and improving well-being. She is also committed to working meaningfully with those with lived experience to create relevant and engaging services. Related Links Community Signal on iHeartRadio Nicole on Twitter SANE Australia, a national charity helping all Australians affected by mental illness, where Nicole is online community manager SANE Forums, SANE Australian’s online community, which Nicole is responsible for Community Signal episode with Gabe Graziani Community Signal episode with Cosette Paneque Mind Australia, PANDA and Eating Disorders Australia, three organizations that SANE Australia has partnered with, in order to share online community resources Homesteading Today and How to Quickly Turn Your Community Against You by Patrick, about a community where the parent company copied member contributions to other communities without permission Lithium, the software that powers the SANE Forums ReachOut.com, an organization that “meets youth where they are to deliver peer support and mental health information,” where Nicole volunteered as a teenager, which helped to set her on this career path Transcript View the transcript on our website Your Thoughts If you have any thoughts on this episode that you’d like to share, please leave me a comment, send me an email or a tweet. If you enjoy the show, we would be grateful if you spread the word. Thank you for listening to Community Signal.

The University of Technology Sydney has become the first university to sign SANE Australia’s charter, pledging to improve mental health among staff and students.

By openly sharing his life experiences, Jack Heath gives other people permission to be themselves. He has a passion for removing stigmas and reminds us that by coming back to stillness we can calm our minds and reconnect us to our basic human goodness. Jack shares how rewarding it is to have honest and vulnerable conversations with each other and our children. In the end, Jack believes that real success is all about being genuinely kind and happy. Jack Heath was the senior advisor to both Prime Minister Paul Keating and Kevin Rudd. He was the founder and Global CEO of the Inspire Foundation and today is the CEO of SANE Australia. He has received a number of awards including a Centenary Medal and Ernst & Young’s Australian Social Entrepreneur of the Year in 2007. Jack is married to Catherine and has two children Lucy and Jamie.