Welcome to the very first episode of The Big Yarn Podcast. Before we dive into conversations with incredible guests, I wanted to share my own story with you all. This is the story of how I got here, the highs and the lows, and the "why" behind starting this podcast.Join me as I take you on a journey from growing up in the isolated New Zealand bush with no electricity to the wild years in Australia, hitting rock bottom, and the journey back to building a life I'm truly proud of. My hope is that by sharing my story, it might inspire someone else to chase their dreams and overcome their own challenges.In this episode, I share my story:[03:14] Growing up as a "bush kid" in the Hokianga.[06:49] The culture shock of moving to the city.[10:42] Teenage years, getting into trouble, and the court case that changed everything.[22:42] Moving to Australia at 18 for a fresh start.[31:03] Hitting rock bottom: a period of homelessness on the Gold Coast.[37:27] Meeting my wife and the turning point in my life.[55:09] The "calling" to move back to New Zealand to raise a family.[01:10:55] A raw and honest account of dealing with recent trauma, grief, and mental health.Thank you for listening and for being a part of this journey from the very beginning.#Podcast #LifeStory #NewZealand #MentalHealth #Inspiration
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