In this episode we talk to Suzanne Dang, Brisbane-based fashion blogger, artist, and mental health advocate.
Suzanne says her purpose in life is to share her experiences and to support others going through similar challenges. She's now working in the mental health field, as well as sharing her insights through her blog and social media, public speaking, and one-on-one conversations.
Suzanne even has an 'elevator pitch' about her story and her advocacy ready for when she meets people at fashion events. She loves attending these solo, so she's forced out of her comfort zone to mix and mingle with new people.
Suzanne is also a great advocate for representation in the fashion world and says there's a place in the fashion community for every body, of every shape, size and ability.
Content note: This episode contains themes some listeners may find distressing, including discussion of suicide, self-harm and mistreatment of people with mental illness. If you need support, you can contact the Mental Health Access Line on 1300 64 22 55. This is a confidential 24/7 line, and will link you to your nearest Queensland public mental health service. You can also contact Lifeline telephone counselling on 13 11 14. In an emergency, or if you feel unsafe, dial 000 (triple zero).
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Please note due to COVID-19 social distancing requirements, this episode was recorded via phone.
Useful links
Download the transcript for this episode: https://carersqld.com.au/wp-content/uploads/Choice-and-Control-2.2-Suzanne-Dang-transcript.pdf
Suzanne's website: https://www.suzanne-dang.com/
Suzanne's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/SuzanneTuMi/
Suzanne's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suzannedang/
1300 MH CALL (1300 642255) is a confidential service that provides the first point of contact to Queensland's public mental health services: https://www.qld.gov.au/health/mental-health/help-lines/1300-mh-call
Choice and Control on the Carers Qld website: https://carersqld.com.au/choice-and-control-podcast/