This episode contains discussions about anxiety, depression, eating disorders and self-harm. It may be best to listen in the support of company, or skip this episode. If you need help, a range of services are available. Please see the show notes for more details.

 

Claudia Hiscox has spent the last three years living and working on cattle stations in remote parts of the Northern Territory. The days are long, and the work is tough. It’s a physically and mentally demanding job at the best of times.   

 

In amongst mustering cattle and fixing fences, Claudia has been handling another challenge: managing her mental health after experiencing anxiety, depression and an eating disorder in her teenage years.

 

It’s no easy task, especially when the nearest medical professional is hundreds of kilometers away, and internet service isn’t always reliable. In this special episode, Claudia shares her story with immense candor.

 

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