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 In this episode, we’re joined by Sue, a dedicated listener who courageously steps forward to share her powerful story of living with Bipolar Disorder. 

Sue opens up about her personal journey, offering a raw and honest account of the challenges she has faced. 

As you listen, you’ll gain a deep understanding of the mistreatment individuals often endure within the system and the troubling lack of accountability that persists. 

Sue's story is a compelling reminder of the changes needed to support those struggling with mental illness and also a reminder that people can be extremely resilient. 

Thank you for sharing Sue. 

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Meet Missy Robinson, a powerhouse who has transformed her life from Australian Army service to becoming an inspirational mental health advocate, speaker, writer, and coach. 

Diagnosed with Bipolar Affective Disorder following a traumatic sexual assault during her military service, Missy has battled Complex PTSD and Psychosis for two decades with remarkable resilience.

Missy has graced the pages of the NY Post, Daily Mail, and Elle Magazine and made appearances on TV, radio, and online platforms, spreading awareness and promoting healing. 

As a dynamic speaker, she captivates audiences nationwide, sharing unfiltered stories on living with a Complex Mental Illness, confidence, self-love, and weight loss.

Despite her challenges, Missy embraces life with style and enthusiasm. 

She is a dedicated SANE ambassador and fundraiser, a Travel and Lifestyle Reviewer, and a top-level Google Guide, sharing her love for fashion, travel, food, and entertainment with a broad audience.

Missy’s story is one of triumph over adversity, proving that with the right mindset and dedication, anything is possible. Having lost an astonishing 60kg naturally, she now lives her dream life, inspiring others to find their inner strength and create the life they desire.

Prepare to be inspired, because Missy Robinson is here to empower you.

Learn more about Missy and her book at https://missysworld.com.au/

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Miguel Manalo is a voice actor from New Jersey.  Miguel is also the son of a schizophrenic mother who reached out to share his story. 

We discuss his journey and everything that comes with growing up with a mentally ill parent. 

Big thank you to Miguel for sharing his story on the podcast. 

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Sue Stevenson is the founder of U-Turn Anxiety and has a unique approach to helping children and adults deal with anxiety. Sue is a wealth of information and has provided some free resources below and she has some great videos on her website as well about this topic.

Sue's website - https://www.uturnanxiety.com.au/

2 Free Resources from Sue are listed below. 

Top 25 Ways to Calm Your Mind & Body PDF https://shrtlnk.co/bGpHJ

5 Steps to Combatting Anxiety PDF⁣ https://shrtlnk.co/7pEq8

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I love people who do what my guest has done, to create a business that doesn't only help people but allows others to do so as well, whilst making a living is a truly remarkable achievement!

Karen Gibb is the founder and CEO of Mind Marvels which is an award-winning franchise created by Karen Gibb.

Karen is a fully qualified teacher and has prior experience in youth development and early years education.

Karen taught young people with social, emotional and behavioural needs and pupils with severe and complex additional support needs, including autism and ADHD.

Through her work, Karen saw the benefits for children when they were taught practical ways to support their own emotional well-being but many did not know how to support themselves.

“As an anxious youngster myself, I now make a direct, positive impact on children and their emotional wellbeing.”

Mind Marvels gives children calming tools and practical strategies to understand their own emotions to feel more confident, build resilience and learn skills for life.

Mind Marvels has now franchised the business so like-minded individuals can own a Mind Marvels business in their local area. To learn more check out https://mindmarvels.com/

00:00:10 Small actions over time matter.
00:06:31 Teaching mindfulness to children.
00:09:50 Importance of positive impact.
00:14:43 Importance of measuring impact.
00:19:35 Mental health education for children.
00:24:46 Franchisees need to like children.
00:32:04 Importance of emotional well-being.
00:34:09 Teaching well-being to children.

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In this episode, we engage in a candid conversation with Tim Beanland, a successful video marketer whose life and thriving business were abruptly disrupted by a family tragedy. The loss had a severe impact, plunging him into an 11-month-long depression, a struggle intensified by his existing battle with Bipolar Disorder.

Tim shares his experience dealing with grief and the additional complications his mental health condition brought to the process of healing and recovery. His journey is a reflection on the resilience one can muster in the face of overwhelming sorrow and the intricate ways mental health is interwoven with experiences of loss and grief.

This conversation aims to shed light on the importance of understanding and addressing mental health and offers insights into managing life and mental well-being during trying times. Whether you’re dealing with mental health conditions, have experienced loss, or have an interest in psychological resilience, this episode provides a thoughtful perspective on navigating through life's challenges and finding a path to recovery.

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In this episode of Lived Experience Podcast, host Joel Kleber sits down with Rosemary Gattuso, a lawyer and family law court mediator, to discuss the topic of trauma and its impact on mental health. Rosemary shares her insights on the neuroscience behind behaviour and how trauma shapes our view of the world. Don't miss this deep and powerful conversation that sheds light on an often overlooked aspect of mental illness. Make sure to leave a rating and review if you enjoyed the episode!

[00:02:27] A different approach in law. 
[00:03:41] Trauma and its impact. 
[00:10:36] Strength-based approach in healing. 
[00:14:51] Quality of thoughts and actions. 
[00:19:17] Reflecting on personal growth. 
[00:22:53] Mental illness in family court. 
[00:25:02] Balancing children's safety and parental rights.
[00:29:20] What makes for a good mediation? 
[00:34:11] Tendencies for overcoming adversity. 
[00:36:30] Polarity and victimhood. 
[00:41:12] Trauma-informed mental health awareness.
[00:45:36] Mental health and well-being.

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In this episode of Stories of Hope Worldwide, host Kerry Atherton interviews Joel Kleber, host of The Lived Experience podcast, about growing up with a parent who struggled with mental health.

Joel shares his defining moment of awareness at the age of seven and his traumatic experiences with his mother in psychiatric care. The episode focuses on the impact of parental mental health struggles on children, highlighting the need for support and understanding.

[00:00:00] Parental Mental Health Effects Children.
[00:03:15] Foster care and family struggles.
[00:08:39] Bipolar disorder.
[00:08:57] Parental Mental Health.
[00:13:02] Father's rejection issues.
[00:14:43] Coping mechanisms and masks.
[00:19:02] Harmful psychiatric ward experiences.
[00:20:28] Inner vows and survival.
[00:23:16] Foster care experiences.
[00:26:03] Overcoming complacency in childhood.
[00:29:04] Mental health funding and awareness.
[00:31:49] Electric convulsive therapy and mental health.
[00:35:02] ECT treatment controversies.
[00:38:15] Self-care strategies.
[00:41:10] Negligence in Mental Health Profession.
[00:44:10] Forgiveness and self-care.
[00:48:13] Childhood trauma and development.
[00:50:12] Dealing with trauma.
[00:53:26] Mental health and children.

Big thanks to Kerrie for taking an interest and you can learn more about her here - https://storiesofhope.com.au/

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In this episode, I speak with Simon Rinne of Mindful Men who is an experienced lived experience therapist and shares his journey with OCD, burnout, and therapy. 

The topics covered include:

[00:04:10] "Debunking OCD misconceptions and personal experiences"
[00:20:02] "Combating OCD with ERP and mindfulness practices"
[00:25:39] "Mindfulness, Gratitude, and Values: Finding Joy Again"
[00:35:33] "From High KPIs to Burnout: My Story"
[00:47:17] "From Social Science to Mental Health Entrepreneur"
[00:59:43] "Mindfulness Therapy Goes Outdoors: An Inside Look"
[01:06:57] "Mindful Men's Simon shares his transformative story"

Check out Simon at https://mindful-men.com.au/

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In this episode of the Lived Experience podcast, mental health advocate Billy Todd shares his story of managing anxiety and turning his life around.

Billy emphasizes the seriousness of anxiety and its impact on a person's life, and shares what he did to manage it. 

During the COVID-19 outbreak in Melbourne in April-May 2020, he found comfort in chaotic environments, which research suggests is common among people with anxiety. 

Despite the comfort he felt, he found that he neglected his own needs during that time and accumulated a lot of emotions, which hit him all at once and led to emotional distress.

Billy learned the importance of focusing on physical health, including exercise and nutrition, to improve mental health. 

He also listens to science-based podcasts and does a lot of reading and research to further his knowledge. Additionally, Billy discusses how creating an alter ego named Pablo helps him to counteract his negative self-talk.

The episode also features a speaker who shares similar experiences with managing anxiety and finding ways to cope. 

They sought help and spent three weeks at a psychiatric hospital in Sydney, where they received group and one-on-one therapy with a psychiatrist. Through therapy, they learned coping mechanisms to recognize and manage abandonment issues.

Listeners of the Lived Experience podcast can share their own stories by contacting the host through the podcast's website or social media. 

The podcast focuses on sharing stories of lived experience on mental illness and mental health topics to help promote understanding and encourage conversations around these important issues.

Big thanks to Billy for sharing his lived experience.

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