Stand Tall Podcast

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode touches on themes of loss, grief, and forgiveness after tragedy. Please listen with care.

In this Episode, Joany Badenhorst sits down with Leila Abdallah, whose life changed forever on February 1st, 2020, when a tragic accident claimed the lives of three of her children and their cousin. In the face of unimaginable grief, Leila and her husband Danny chose forgiveness - a decision that has transformed their lives, their family, and their future.

Leila shares her journey of choosing to forgive, and the practical steps that anyone can take to release anger, heal, and find peace. Together, they explore:

• Why forgiveness is a choice—not a feeling
• The four steps to forgiveness inspired by her children:

• ACKNOWLEDGE the pain and its impact
• ACCEPT what cannot be changed
• SURRENDER the pain to find peace
• VOICE your choice to forgive

• How forgiveness strengthens resilience, family bonds, and even future generations
• The heart behind “i4Give Day”, a national day encouraging conversations and acts of forgiveness held annually on February 1st.

Leila's story is a powerful reminder that while we can’t control what happens to us, we can choose how we respond - and that forgiveness can transform lives.

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TRIGGER WARNING: This episode touches on themes of loss, grief, and forgiveness after tragedy. Please listen with care.

In this Episode, Joany Badenhorst sits down with Leila Abdallah, whose life changed forever on February 1st, 2020, when a tragic accident claimed the lives of three of her children and their cousin. In the face of unimaginable grief, Leila and her husband Danny chose forgiveness - a decision that has transformed their lives, their family, and their future.

Leila shares her journey of choosing to forgive, and the practical steps that anyone can take to release anger, heal, and find peace. Together, they explore:

• Why forgiveness is a choice—not a feeling
• The four steps to forgiveness inspired by her children:

1. ACKNOWLEDGE the pain and its impact
2. ACCEPT what cannot be changed
3. SURRENDER the pain to find peace
4. VOICE your choice to forgive

• How forgiveness strengthens resilience, family bonds, and even future generations
• The heart behind “i4Give Day”, a national day encouraging conversations and acts of forgiveness held annually on February 1st.

Leila's story is a powerful reminder that while we can’t control what happens to us, we can choose how we respond - and that forgiveness can transform lives.

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In this honest and inspiring backstage chat, Joany sits down with the incredibly talented Tim Omaji (aka Timomatic) at the 2025 Stand Tall Canberra event.

Tim shares what it was like growing up in a Nigerian-Aussie family, how he found his voice through dance and music, and the real challenges he’s faced along the way. He gets vulnerable about confidence, rejection, faith, and staying true to who you are—even when the world says you’re not enough.

This convo is full of heart, hustle, and hope—and it’s a reminder that you’re not alone, and your dreams are worth fighting for.

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This is the second part in a 2 part episode with filmmaker Georgia Cramp, sharing her transformative journey of overcoming cyberbullying and how it inspired her to create award winning films. 

Our host, Amie Morris, chats with Georgia, about the ability to turn negative experiences into positive creative expressions and how she entered the amazing Film Festival, REELise, and won! By just giving it a shot and expressing her emotions got her 2 awards and her movie played on the big screen during the award ceremony. 

If you, or anyone you know, has suffered from cyber bullying and you want to reach out for advice click the link below: 

*E-Safey Commissioner* Cyber Bullying

And if you fancy giving movie making a shot, any young person 12-24 can enter REELise Film Festival 2025 now: 

REELise Film Festival 2025

Chapters

00:00 The Power of Storytelling in Film
02:50 Realize Film Festival: A Platform for Young Filmmakers
05:57 Networking and Community in Filmmaking

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This is a true, raw, real life story of Cyber Bullying and its effets on a person. Hosted by Amie Morris and our guest Georgia Cramp, who shares her heartbreaking Cyber Bullying experience and life changing advice on overcoming. 

Cyberbullying is when someone uses the internet to be mean to a child or young person so they feel bad or upset. It can happen on a social media site, game, app, or any other online or electronic service or platform. It can include: posts, comments, texts, messages, chats, livestreams, memes, images, videos and emails.

These are some examples of ways the internet can be used to make someone feel bad or upset:

• Sending hurtful messages about them.
• Sharing embarrassing photos or videos of them.
• Spreading nasty online gossip about them.
• Leaving them out online. 
• Creating fake accounts in their name.
• Tricking them into believing you are someone else. 

*E-Safet Commissioner* https://www.esafety.gov.au/key-topics/cyberbullying

In this episode of Stand Tall, host Amie Morris speaks with Georgia. Cramp, a multifaceted creative in the film and photography industry, about her journey through cyber bullying and how it shaped her career. Georgia shares her experiences of isolation during high school, the impact of social media on mental health, and how she found solace in creativity and storytelling. The conversation highlights the importance of community, support, and reclaiming one's power in the face of adversity, culminating in Georgia's involvement with the REELise Film Festival, which empowers young filmmakers to share their stories.

Takeaways

• Cyber bullying can have long-lasting effects on mental health.
  Isolation during bullying can lead to severe emotional distress.
• Creativity can serve as a powerful escape from pain.
• Support from family and friends is crucial during tough times.
  Schools often lack the resources to effectively address bullying.
• Finding a community can help individuals feel less alone.
  Storytelling is a vital tool for healing and empowerment.
• Film festivals provide a platform for young voices to be heard.
• Reclaiming power is essential in overcoming negative experiences.
• Networking with like-minded individuals can foster growth and creativity.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Georgia's Journey
02:10 The Impact of Cyber Bullying
10:23 Navigating Isolation and Seeking Help
15:07 Finding Escape in Creativity
22:51 Turning Pain into Purpose
30:28 The Power of Film and Community

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Takeaways

• School teaches you to fear failure, but it's essential for success.
  Investing in yourself is the best use of your money.
• Money is an emotional topic that isn't often discussed.
  Learning to enjoy money is crucial for financial well-being.
• Starting to invest early can set you ahead of the curve.
• Debt can be a tool for building wealth, not just a burden.
• Your relationship with money can be transformed over time.
• Affirmations can help reshape your financial identity.
• Understanding your emotional responses to money is key to managing it.
• Failure is a stepping stone to success; embrace it. 

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Mindfulness Matters !

Feeling stressed with life? Maybe you are studying for exams or having issues with friends? Or maybe you are just feeling overwhelmed? Well we have a tool kit that can help!!!

In this episode of Stand Tall, host Amie Morris welcomes Chibs Okereke, (A voice on the CALM app) who shares his journey from corporate life to mindfulness and meditation. Chibs discusses the importance of mindfulness in managing stress, especially for teenagers facing academic pressures. He explains mindfulness in super simple terms, so we can all put it to use. He also gives us a guided mindfulness meditation, showcasing how easy it is to incorporate mindfulness into daily life. Chibs highlights the benefits of mindfulness in enhancing focus, reducing anxiety, and creating more time for enjoyable activities, rather than just being productive. Life is for living! 

Takeaways

• Mindfulness is simply paying attention to what's happening right now.
• It helps to close down mental 'apps' to reduce stress.
• Mindfulness can be practiced anywhere, anytime.
• The goal is to focus on one thing at a time.
• Mindfulness techniques can prevent burnout and stress in adults and teens alike.
• It's important to realize that not everything is as serious as it seems.
• Mindfulness can help improve focus and productivity.
• Creating time for relaxation is as important as being productive.
• Guided meditations can be found easily online.
• Teaching mindfulness to young people can equip them with lifelong tools.

Sound Bites

"Mindfulness helps us stay focused on what you can do right now."

"It's about creating more time for yourself."

"Mindfulness helps us to close down some of those apps."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Mindfulness and Its Importance

07:47 Understanding Mindfulness: Practical Techniques

14:56 Mindfulness in Action: Real-Life Applications

Keywords

#mindfulness #meditation #stress relief #mental health #focus #anxiety #teenagers #productivity #relaxation #well-being

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Have you ever suffered with anxiety? Have you ever experienced those physical feelings you can't control in your chest? Sweaty palms? Heavy breathing? You are not alone!

For some people even leaving the house can bring it on. But IT IS OK!

In this episode, host Tyler Antcliff and psychologist Eleni delve into the complexities of anxiety, particularly among teens.

There is strength in speaking out, it is NOT a weakness! They explore the VERY REAL physiological and psychological aspects of anxiety, its triggers in modern life, and the importance of self-discovery and vulnerability in managing mental health.

Eleni shares with us the significance of having a 'toolbox' of strategies to cope with anxiety and encourages listeners to seek help and support when needed.

If you are struggling and need some extra support there are services in Australia you can reach out to including:

• Your own GP - Don't be scared to tell a doctor!
• Headspace - https://headspace.org.au/
• BRAVE - https://brave4you.psy.uq.edu.au/

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After being pinned to the ground a week before the HSC, abused online and verbally - he flipped his life on its head once he left school. Bullied for the majority of high school, 18-year-old Mahir Munot's story isn't uncommon. But guys don't talk about it!  But what he made out of it the next year is uncommon. 

All the caged up energy, ambition he wanted to achieve something just exploded - and just this year he has spoken at TEDxSydney Youth 2024, assistant produced with Channel 7 for Stand Tall 2024, speaks at high schools across Sydney about careers, is a student director at UTS representing the voice of 44 000 and is proud to call himself the founder of Interview HQ, his first ever business helping Years 10-12 with their job and scholarship applications, interviews and to become better written and spoken communicators! 

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Ever got "The Ick" and didn't know why??

In this third and final part of our Relationships series, Anna and Nathan discuss the complexities of high school relationships, focusing on the various stages of dating, the all important 'ick'.

What if that happens? Why does it happen? And what do you do if it does?

Takeaways

High school relationships are filled with grey areas
The talking phase is crucial for building connections.
The 'ick' is a common experience that can signal self-sabotage.
Self-reflection is key to understanding relationship dynamics.
It's normal to feel confused about emotions in relationships.
Enjoy the process of getting to know someone.
Communication is essential in navigating feelings.
Don't let the fear of commitment hold you back.
Take relationships day by day, without pressure.
Everyone is learning about relationships together.

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