This is Part 1 of a special bonus episode with co-founder of Voices of Hope, Jazz Thornton

We take it right back to the very early days of Voices of Hope, we discuss how Genevieve and Jazz went from strangers to friends, Jazz's ADHD diagnosis and the turning point for Genevieve to open up about her own story

This is a moment with Jazz Thornton 

Stay tuned for part 2 coming out soon, where we answer your most asked questions

International Support - https://findahelpline.com/

NZ support - https://1737.org.nz/

Instagram: @JazzThornton, @_genevieve_mora/

 

Music Credit:

Running Free

by Cosmonkey

https://artlist.io/song/88634/running-free?search=running-free

In this Episode we talk to Jessie Guru about her lived experience of Depression, Anxiety, PTSD and Eating Disorders. Jessie has been through a lot in her lifetime and is living proof of what resilience looks like. She shares her story of Hope, lessons she has learned along the way and a powerful message to her younger self. 

This is a moment with Jessie 

International Support - https://findahelpline.com/

NZ support - https://1737.org.nz/

Instagram - @jessie_guru

 

Music Credit:

Running Free

by Cosmonkey

https://artlist.io/song/88634/running-free?search=running-free

In this episode we talk to Ben about his lived experience of Social Anxiety. We hear the challenges he has faced throughout his life and how he has got to where he is today. 

This is a moment with Ben. 

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Gen on Instagram: @_genevieve_mora/

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Made with the help of the Lindsay Foundation

Production by rova / Mediaworks

Music Credit:
Running Free
by Cosmonkey

In this episode we talk to Michelle. Michelle shares her lived experience of PTSD, Depression and anxiety. We hear about her childhood and how she struggled to find a sense of belonging as well as the impact her younger years had on her teenage years and beyond. Michelle is kind, she is compassionate and she is incredibly resilient. 

This is a moment with Michelle. 

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Gen on Instagram: @_genevieve_mora/

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NZ support - https://1737.org.nz/

Made with the help of the Lindsay Foundation

Production by rova / Mediaworks

Music Credit:
Running Free
by Cosmonkey

In today’s episode we hear from Singer/songwriter Kylie Price. For the first time she shares her journey with depression and PTSD. Kylie takes us through her journey from beginning to now, sharing some of the lowest points of her life and where she is on her healing journey. Kylie’s personality is contagious, she is strong and as she says herself “ proof that hope is real” 

This is a moment with Kylie 

Kylie on Instagram: @kyliepricemusic 

Gen on Instagram: @_genevieve_mora/

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International Support - https://findahelpline.com/
NZ support - https://1737.org.nz/

Made with the help of the Lindsay Foundation

Production by rova / Mediaworks

Music Credit:
Running Free
by Cosmonkey

Heemi and John are the co-founders of Soften up Bro, a social initiative that aims to normalise male emotions. We talk about their kaupapa, toxic masculinity, how to have open conversations and male mental health. 

This is a moment with Soften up Bro 

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Transcript available here

Connect with Soften Up Bro on Facebook

Gen on Instagram: @_genevieve_mora/

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NZ support - https://1737.org.nz/

Made with the help of the Lindsay Foundation

Production by rova / Mediaworks

Music Credit:
Running Free
by Cosmonkey

In this episode, Yvonne shares her lived experience of Obsessive compulsive Disorder, more specifically Harm OCD. She discusses her childhood, when she first recognised she was struggling, how it has affected her and where she is now in her journey. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is widely misunderstood and in this episode, Yvonne speaks with courage and vulnerability, combating the stigma and myths along the way. 

This is a moment with Yvonne

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Transcript available here

Gen on Instagram: @_genevieve_mora/

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NZ support - https://1737.org.nz/

Fixate - Facebook Group for Kiwis supporting or affected with OCD 

Made with the help of the Lindsay Foundation

Production by rova / Mediaworks

Music Credit:
Running Free
by Cosmonkey

Today we hear from comedian Joe Daymond. He shares his own battle with mental health, both the highs and lows of navigating his career and how he went from Homeless to selling out Skycity Arena.

This is a moment with Joe

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Transcript available here

Joe on Instagram: @joe.daymond

Gen on Instagram: @_genevieve_mora/

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International Support - https://findahelpline.com/
NZ support - https://1737.org.nz/

Made with the help of the Lindsay Foundation

Production by rova / Mediaworks

Music Credit:
Running Free
by Cosmonkey

In this Episode we talk to Hannah Hardy-Jones about her lived experience of Postpartum
Bipolar.

Throughout this episode we learn about Hannah's Mania and depressive episodes, how
it impacted her relationship with herself and others. She shares her story of Hope and how she has used her pain to find her purpose. Hannah is open, honest and speaks with incredible vulnerability.

This is a moment with Hannah.

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Transcript avaialble here

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Hannah on Instagram - @thekiteprogram

Gen on Instagram: @_genevieve_mora/

thevoicesofhope.org

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International Support - https://findahelpline.com/
NZ support - https://1737.org.nz/

Production by rova / Mediaworks

Music Credit:
Running Free
by Cosmonkey

Coming soon, Voices of Hope co-founder Genevieve Mora spends a moment with Kiwis from all walks of life who have experienced mental health struggles.

Our hope is that by hearing these stories, you feel empowered, inspired and less alone in your fight.

It's not weak to speak.

https://www.thevoicesofhope.org/