Because Dan and I are mates we were able to talk very opening about his experience with his Mum’s cancer. Dan held nothing back and was vulnerable and honest with me talking about how the experiencing the deterioration and death of a loved one forced him to grow from 12 to 20 overnight and how it’s made him the genuine and caring human he is today. Content warning: we do chat about some truly shitty times which can bring up equally shitty emotions. If you need support, please reach out to the services available such as Canteen, Canteen Connect, Beyond Blue and lifeline. Seeking support is not a sign of weakness, but strength.

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