📌 Key Takeaways:

✔️ The Youth Mental Health Crisis – What’s really going on and why statistics are getting worse

✔️ Jono’s Journey – From working in youth justice to helping young people before they reach crisis

✔️ Faith and Mental Health – How they intersect and why faith communities need to be part of the conversation

✔️ The Importance of Safe Spaces – How places like Tailrace provide belonging and support for struggling youth

✔️ What We Can Do – Practical steps parents, youth leaders, and communities can take to support young people

 

💬 Standout Quotes:

🗣️ “The statistics on youth mental health are terrifying, but numbers don’t tell the full story—real people do.”

🗣️ “Young people need safe spaces where they can be heard, understood, and supported before they reach breaking point.”

🗣️ “Faith and mental health are not opposites—they can work together to bring healing and hope.”
 

⏳ Key Moments in the Episode:

⏱ 00:00 – Welcome & Introduction to Jono O’Neill

⏱ 05:30 – Jono’s Journey: From Youth Work to Faith-Based Leadership

⏱ 12:45 – Understanding the Youth Mental Health Crisis

⏱ 18:10 – The Role of Community in Prevention & Support

⏱ 22:35 – Faith & Mental Health: Do They Align?

⏱ 28:50 – Practical Ways We Can Support Young People

⏱ 33:20 – Final Thoughts: You Are Not Alone
 

🌟 Notable Mentions:

✔️ Tailrace Community Church – Creating safe spaces for young people and families

✔️ Jude’s Café & Tailrace Youth Programs – Supporting youth in practical and meaningful ways

✔️ Mental Health Support Services – If this episode brought up heavy emotions, please reach out:

National Support Services (Australia):

📞 Lifeline Australia – 13 11 14 | Lifeline Online Chat

📞 Beyond Blue – 1300 22 4636 | Beyond Blue Online Chat

📞 Suicide Call Back Service – 1300 659 467 | Suicide Callback Online

📞 Kids Helpline – 1800 55 1800 | Kids Helpline Online

Tasmania-Specific Support:

📞 Access Mental Health Helpline – 1800 332 388 | More Information

📞 Emergency Services – In crisis, call 000

 

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