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We've all heard the saying "a little kindness goes a long way" but most of us forget to show ourselves the same kindness we give to others. Kind Cards is here to remind us how!

The Kind Cards story began with kind words and an idea, to educate and empower the community. Zara was searching for a way to support her community and to also get on top of her own self-doubt. Daily affirmations were the perfect way so she created a beautiful range of affirmations cards. Zara contributes $2 from every purchase to charities that also align with her values of education and empowering others in need.

During my chat with Zara we discuss purpose, procrastination and puppies! You can learn more about Zara and Kind Cards at www.kindcards.online or on Facebook and Instagram.

Millie Thomas lost 15 years of life to anorexia. Half of her life. Millie's eating disorder became so life threatening that at the age of 27 she was told she had only weeks left to live.

Millie's story is equal parts heartbreaking and incredible and it is an absolute honour to share it with you.

You can learn more about Millie and the phenomenal work she is doing with endED at www.ended.org.au

If you, or anyone you know is experiencing an eating disorder or body image concerns, you can call endED on 0407 592 932 or email [email protected]

How does a sweet potato farmer's daughter go from eight years in the Army to owning her very own earring business? This was what I set out to find out when I chatted with Christie from Dented Diva.

Christie not only makes the most fabulously glittery earrings but she contributes profits from the sales to some amazing charities who look after ex-service men and women.

During our chat we talk about life in the military, finding inspiration for new accessories and why foot massages might just be the best form of self-care!

You can learn more about Christie at www.denteddiva.com.au or on Instagram + Facebook

When Jo's sister was diagnosed with breast cancer, the memories of her own breast cancer battle came flooding back. Her sister's experience left Jo with the renewed desire to help battle this disease via early detection. A chance conversation with one of her daughters about a self check shower gel led Jo to create a big message in a bottle!

BOOB LOOB was born out of the desire to see more women exercising methods of breast checking that are easy and effortless. And it is here just in time for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Jo is also donating a percentage of the profits from Boob Loob to the McGrath Foundation, more information is available at www.mcgrathfoundation.com.au

You can learn more about Jo and Boob Loob at www.boobloob.com.au

Most people celebrate their 21st birthday with a party or maybe a holiday.

But Ang Roan had a different idea.

To celebrate her 21st birthday Ang rode over 800 kilometres on a bike from Adelaide to Melbourne to raise money for Stand Up Events to eradicate homophobic behaviour/language in youth in sport. During my chat with Ang we talk about how you prepare for this type of event, how you work with businesses to raise money and why homophobic behaviour in sports is such an important issue that we need to address.

You can learn more about Ang and Good Wheel Hunting at www.instagram.com/goodwheel_hunting or www.goodwheelhunting.com.au

You can find Ang's personal Instagram profile with links to her podcast check out www.instagram.com/ang_foot

When Beck met and married a man in the military almost 20 years ago nothing could prepare her for the life that lay ahead. The moving and the packing/unpacking, making friends and leaving them and the general loneliness that comes when you are far from your family and your military person is away for months on end. Beck started to post real and honest accounts about her life as a military wife and it really resonated with others in her situation.

Fast forward to the current day where Beck runs an online community, 'Military Wife Life' of almost 3,000 and a podcast where she shares the stories of those left behind on the home front, the military spouses.

To learn more about Beck and Military Wife Life visit www.militarywifelife.com.au

After every woman in her family had faced cancer, Krystal Barter underwent genetic testing at the age of 22, returning a positive result for the BRCA gene, bringing with it an 80% risk of breast cancer and a 60% risk of ovarian cancer.

Following Krystal's discovery of her increased risk, the next few years were filled with anxiety as she navigated the choices and options available to her. It was during this time Krystal realised there was no unique organisation focused on the needs of families facing an increased risk of cancer.

At only 25, with a husband and young family, Krystal made the difficult decision to break the cycle of cancer that plagued her family. Krystal had a preventative double mastectomy in 2009, making her one of the first Australian women to publicly share her story and preventative surgery, giving a face and awareness to BRCA and prevention.

As she lay in her hospital bed recovering from her double mastectomy, Krystal picked up her laptop and created an organisation for women just like her. That is when Pink Hope was born.

Ten years on, Pink Hope is now one of the fastest growing organisations in the country focusing on breast and ovarian preventative health and personalised support for at-risk women. Krystal and the Pink Hope team have truly made a national and now global difference to those they support.

You can learn more about Krystal and Pink Hope at https://pinkhope.org.au

Nine years ago Stacey found herself a single mum to three young boys, due to the ending of a violent relationship. Unable to return to her full time corporate role, but struggling to support her young family Stacey turned to her best friends for advice. The suggestion was made to Stacey that could take her OCD tendencies and use those to benefit others by becoming a house organiser and cleaner. This suggestion would lead to the opening of Goddess Cleaning Group, a business which provides employment opportunities to women from domestic violence and disadvantaged backgrounds.

In this episode, Stacey shares her business journey over the past decade as well as the beautiful stories of women she has helped.

You can learn more about Stacey and the Goddess Cleaning Group at https://www.goddesscleaninggroup.com.au

Since March 2016, the Pink Elephant Support Network has supported over 15,000 couples. Couples that all had one thing in common. They had all experienced an early pregnancy loss.

The Pink Elephant Support Network was founded by Sam and Gabbi, two ladies who came together over coffee to share their grief. Bonding over their personal loss and frustration around the lack of resources available, their charity was born. Once strangers, these amazing women now run a national network for miscarriage and early pregnancy support.

This episode is full of important information and very practical tips we can all use to support our family and friends during their journey to parenthood and beyond.

You can learn more about Sam and the Pink Elephant Support Network at www.miscarriagesupport.org.au or @pinkelephantssupport on Facebook and Instagram.

Julie May has a goal to change the conversation around mastectomy swimwear.

In 2016 Julie started Uplift Swimwear, a specialised three piece swimsuit swimming costume designed specifically for women who have undergone this breast surgery. This clever design has extra versatility for women to build their confidence.

Julie will launch her swimwear line in October this year, in line with the national breast cancer awareness month here in Australia with her Nan there in spirit guiding her along.

You can learn more about Julie and Uplift Swimwear at www.facebook.com/upliftswimwear/ or www.instagram.com/upliftswimwear/