#8 - Battles, breakthroughs, and the beauty in chance encounters

This episode gets heavy, but it’s a conversation worth having. I share one of my darkest moments and the profound realisation that followed: the weight of life isn’t always as crushing as it feels in the moment. If we can hold on and make it through, we’ll see the battle for what it was—a testament to our strength, not a marker of defeat.

I also explore the quiet impact of temporary encounters—the unexpected people and moments that remind us who we really are. Because sometimes, it’s those fleeting connections that pull us out of cycles we didn’t even realise we were stuck in.

TRIGGER WARNING at around 17:15 I chat about the heavy stuff. Conversation around su*c*de and mental health in general.

This episode is raw, real, and deeply human. A gentle reminder: if you’re in a dark place right now, you don’t have to do it alone. Resources and support are linked below.

Support and Resources:

If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out:

•Lifeline Australia: Call 13 11 14 – Available 24/7

•Lifeline Crisis Text Service: Text 0477 13 11 14 – Available 24/7  

•Suicide Call Back Service: Call 1300 659 467 – 24/7 support

•MindSpot: www.mindspot.org.au – Free assessment and tools for mental health support

•Beyond Blue: Call 1300 22 4636 – Support for anxiety, depression, and emotional wellbeing

Wherever you are in the world, help is always available. Don’t hesitate to reach out.

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