On Episode 19, I had the opportunity to speak with mental health professional, Corinne Coe, all about Anxiety and Panic Attacks.

Corinne is a Clinical Psychologist with almost 20 years of experience treating and helping others manage their Anxiety, Depression and mental illnesses.

Corinne is an author of the self-help book: "Heal your mind - Heal your life", a cognitative behavioural therapy book offering simple and effective techniques for overcoming both Anxiety and Depression.

On the episode, Corinne shares her knowledge on the fundamentals of what anxiety is (both the good and bad sides of the force), we discuss simple but effective techniques to help manage the symptoms (the frequency and intensity), and finally ways in which you can learn to deal with our anxiety (by identifying the cause / origin and working through to recovery).

If you are interested in Corinne's 3 step online treatment program (1 hour in total of videos): "Heal Your Anxiety", head to: https://www.corinnecoe.com/~corinnj8/heal-your-anxiety/

Reach out to me via Instagram or Twitter on @DanePevy and send me a direct message to receive a code for 30% off the program (numbers limited!).

Hope you guys enjoy the episode - Much Love! 

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Australian Mental Health Support Contacts

- Kids Help Line - 24/7 Phone and Online Counselling Service for Young People Aged 5 to 25

WEBSITE: kidshelpline.com.au

PHONE: 1800 551 800

- Lifeline Australia

WEBSITE: lifeline.org.au

PHONE: 13 11 14

TEXTING SERVICE: 0477 131 114

- Beyondblue Australia

WEBSITE: www.beyondblue.org.au

ANXIETY FACTS: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/the-facts/anxiety

PHONE: 1300 224 636

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If you would like to reach out to Corinne with any questions you may have, you can do so via:

WEBSITE & BLOG: www.corinnecoe.com 

INSTAGRAM: @corinnecoepsychology

EMAIL: [email protected]

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Working on our mental health is a constant journey, something that we have to invest into each and everyday, to become the best version of ourselves, and be better equipped to take on whatever life throws at us.

On Episode 18, I spoke with Matt Runnalls, Founder and CEO of the non-profit mental health foundation Mindfull Aus. 

Matt shares his own lived experiences on losing 8 mates to suicide, living with mental illness, being a survivor of suicide attempts, to now being the CEO of Mindfull Aus and using his own trauma to help others by sharing his story, creating awareness, providing education and tools to help others who may be struggling, as well as building resilience to take on the ongoing challenges life throws at us. 

Matt is a motivational and guest speaker, having travelled around Australia and the world sharing his messages of Love, Belonging, Connection and Purpose.

Matt is also a mental health and suicide prevention advocate, working tirelessly with young children to build programs to help better education and build emotional resilience for our next generation. He also does a lot of work within remote and rural areas of Australia, areas where suicide rates are far higher, in an effort to reduce those numbers, saving lives through education, acceptance, and sharing his lived experiences.

Loved chatting with Matt. He's such a genuine person and wants to simply be the teacher to others that he never had on this topic. Changing lives one conversation at a time. 

Hope you enjoy the episode guys and it bring you with value - much love!

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Australian Mental Health Support Contacts

- Kids Help Line - 24/7 Phone and Online Counselling Service for Young People Aged 5 to 25

WEBSITE: kidshelpline.com.au

PHONE: 1800 551 800

- Lifeline Australia 

WEBSITE: lifeline.org.au

PHONE: 13 11 14

TEXTING SERVICE: 0477 131 114

- Beyondblue Australia

WEBSITE: www.beyondblue.org.au

PHONE: 1300 224 636

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If you would like to follow Matt and Mindfull Aus and the amazing work they're doing, you can find them at:

WEBSITE: mindfullaus.org

TWITTER: @MindfullausMatt

INSTAGRAM: @matt.runnalls and @mindfullaus

FACEBOOK: facebook.com/mindfullaus

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On Episode 17, I spoke with Casey Lyons, the Co-Founder and CEO of the Australian mental health charity 'LIVIN'. Casey shares his story on why LIVIN was formed, how the team are working to change the way we view and interpret mental health and mental illness, kickstarting conversations through their LIVIN apparel.  Casey also shares some really important practical information about the importance of self-care, what are some of the signs that someone may not be doing ok, how to have these conversations and what happens if the response is that they’re not doing ok.

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Casey is sharing his story and experiences, in an effort to help others that may share a similar story, as well as to promote the message "It Aint Weak To Speak", to remove the stigma surrounding mental illness (both internal that we place upon ourselves, but also external that others associate with it), and provide further education towards suicide prevention.

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Australian Mental Health Support Contacts 

- Kids Help Line - 24/7 Phone and Online Counselling Service for Young People Aged 5 to 25 

Website: kidshelpline.com.au 

Support Phone: 1800 551 800 

- Lifeline Australia Website: lifeline.org.au 

Phone: 13 11 14 

Texting Service: 0477 131 114 

- Beyondblue Australia 

Website: www.beyondblue.org.au 

Phone: 1300 224 636 

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If you would like to follow LIVIN and their amazing community, they can be found across all the social platforms via @livinorg 

Website: www.living.org 

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Thank you for your ongoing support and in helping to make conversations surrounding mental health easier to start.

Speak to you again soon in 2020.

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Australian Support Contacts

Lifeline: 13 11 14

Lifeline Texting Service: 0477 131 114

Beyondblue: 1300 224 636

Information on the 'Mental Health Care Plan: https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-care-plan

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Music by Chillhop Music

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yimlIZEJwPY&t=772s 

Make sure to check out and subscribe to the YourTube channel if you enjoyed the tracks.

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On Episode 14, I spoke with Jessi, or more commonly known across her socials and on Twitch as 'Rockamummy', about anxiety.

Specifically, we talk about Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD) and Social Anxiety.

We spoke about:

- Jessi’s own experiences with generalized and social anxiety

- where she feels it may have stemmed from

- the symptoms and signs from someone that may be suffering from anxiety

- if suffering from anxiety has had an impact on Jessi’s everyday life

- how Jessi has learned to manage her anxiety, through coping strategies, knowing her limits, but also challenging herself.

Jessi also shares her story about her experiences at PAX Australia over the years, and how she has continued to learn to manage her social anxiety at such a massive annual convention.

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Jessi is sharing her story and experiences, in an effort to help others that may share a similar story, that may also be suffering from severe anxiety, as well as to help better educate non-suffers, to remove the stigma and common misconceptions surrounding this mental illness.

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Australian Support Contacts & Anxiety Health Organisations / Communities

Lifeline:13 11 14

Lifeline Texting Service:0477 131 114

Beyondblue:1300 224 636

Information on the 'Mental Health Care Plan':https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-care-plan

What is Severe Anxiety: https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/clinical-resources/anxiety/what-is-anxiety

Understanding Anxiety – for Friends and Family:https://headspace.org.au/friends-and-family/what-is-anxiety-in-children/

Anxiety Management Strategies:

https://www.beyondblue.org.au/the-facts/anxiety/treatments-for-anxiety/anxiety-management-strategies?gclid=Cj0KCQiAk7TuBRDQARIsAMRrfUZc_XW_sBhVQRSzO9NDycMT4iNROfawN2ySwMhKxB41VJgLWqG-mfAaArEsEALw_wcB

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If you would like to follow Rockamummy:

Twitch: twitch.tv/rockamummy

Twitter: @Rockamummy

Instagram: @Rockamummy

Website: rockamummy.com

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On Episode 13, I was fortunate to speak with special guest, Streamer Manager for MC ESPORTS and mental health advocate, Leishaaa321 on the topic of 'Mental Health and the Benefits of Video Games'.

We dive into:

- the charity work she does with MC ESPORTS, raising awareness and funds for mental health organisations

- the panel she has organised at PAX Australia this year on 'Mental Health and the Benefits of Video Games'

- unpacking some of theses benefits

- where we feel mental health has been depicted well in video games, and where sometimes not so much

- how cathartic a video game experience can be for both sufferers and non-sufferers when done well. 

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Leishaaa321's panel at PAX Australia this year is scheduled for Saturday 12th October 2pm in the Fruit Bat Theatre.

If you’re heading to PAX this year and have some time to check this panel out, please do and let me know what you thought.  

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Australian Support Contacts & BPD Health Organisations / Communities

Lifeline: 13 11 14

Lifeline Texting Service: 0477 131 114

Beyondblue: 1300 224 636

Information on the 'Mental Health Care Plan': https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-care-plan

CheckPoint Organisation: checkpointorg.com  

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If you would like to follow Leishaaa321

Twitter: @leishaaa321

Twitch: twitch.tv/leishaaa321

Instagram: @Leishaaa321

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If you would like to contact or follow MC ESPORTS

Twitter: @MCE_AU

Instagram: @mce_au

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On Episode 12, I sat down with R U OK? Day Ambassador, Craig Mack, in an effort to better understand the purpose behind R U OK? the organisation, as well as their national day: R U OK? Day.

Craig and I talked about:

- the history and purpose behind R U OK? the organisation and R U OK? Day

- Craig’s involvement with R U OK? and why he became an R U OK? Day Ambassador

- breaking down the important message: “Trust the Signs, Trust your Gut, Ask R U OK?”

- how conversations and connecting with others can have a positive effect to a person’s head space and mental wellbeing.

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Craig also shares some of his own personal struggles, living with depression and an ongoing battle with suicidal ideation. Craig shares his story, in an effort to help others who may be experiencing the same or similar signs of mental illness, that you are not alone and to please reach out for help.

If you are in crisis, please reach out for help by contacting one of the immediate / urgent support services listed below (Lifeline, Suicide Callback service, Beyond Blue).

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Services - Immediate / Urgent Support

Lifeline - https://www.lifeline.org.au/

Suicide Callback Service -  https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/

Mental Health Helplines - https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-helplines

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Australian Support Contacts Services

Lifeline -13 11 14

Lifeline Texting Service - 0477 131 114

Beyondblue -1300 224 636

Information on the 'Mental Health Care Plan' -

https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-care-plan

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R U OK Resources

Recognise Signs - https://www.ruok.org.au/signs

How to Ask - https://www.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask

Find Help - https://www.ruok.org.au/findhelp

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A Sample of Support / Self Care Tools and Programs

Beyond Blue New Access - https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support/newaccess/about-newaccess

Black Dog Bite Back ( youth focus) - https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/getting-help/self-help-tools-apps/bite-back

Headgear - BlackDog / Beyond Blue / Movember Mental Health App - https://apps.apple.com/au/app/headgear/id1160049475

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You can find and follow R U Ok?

Twitter: @ruokday

Instagram: @ruokday

Website: ruok.org.au

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If you would like to follow Craig Mack

Twitter: @CraigOnToast

Instagram: craigontoast

Website: craigontoast.com

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