Beryl Connolly is 94 years old. And, you’d be hard pressed to find something that Beryl can’t do. She went on her first domestic flight in her 70s, made her first trip overseas in her 80s, and even rode a camel at age 89 in the deserts of Dubai. So, don't think this episode is not filled with energy. Because it is. We cover everything from Beryl working in Rockhampton during WWII, getting fired, women’s place in the workplace and home, and the surprising choice she found herself faced with: choosing between two men.

Erica "Hap" Halliday breeds Angus cattle for a living, and her story is inextricably linked with her work. But, don't think this is just a story about a farmer and her cows. Of course it is that. It is also much more. It is one of carving your own path and living with the tough choices we have to make. In this conversation, we discuss dealing with rejection, marching to the beat of your own drum, and strategic planning during drought. Hap's story is one answer to the question: when you're faced with losing it all, how do you decide what to do next?

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Carmel Beresford's life was split into two - before and after - when her son Sam died in a gyrocopter accident ten years ago in March 2011. In this episode, we hear from Carmel about Sam’s accident, the court case that followed, and her grief. A warning for listeners, we do discuss themes of depression and suicide. We also delve into what Carmel's life looked like before the accident as a teacher and later principal, the difficult decisions that had to be made when faced with a failed family business, and how she came to self-publish her book, Unforgiving. It's a long episode and, we believe, worth every minute.

You can buy Carmel's book Unforgiving at www.unforgiving.com.au.

Sam Bailey became a quadriplegic at the age of 19 in a car accident. The day of the accident was one filled with choices, of literally deciding to turn left instead of right. In this episode, we hear from Sam about his accident and how he learned to live with his injury. We also hear from Sam and his wife Jenny together, for their story is one of choice as well: love over logic.

To follow Sam & Jenny's work and/or buy their book Head Over Heels go to www.sambailey.com.au.

How Do You Decide? is a podcast that explores how the decisions we make shape us. Join host and former journalist Megan Stafford as she meets everyday Aussies and finds out about the choices that changed them, the crossroads, and ultimately asks, how do you decide?