An Honest Conversation

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By: IT'S OK TO STRUGGLE

Let's talk about the real shit, although some laughs will be included we aren't going to stray away with the hard topics. Mental Health is a serious problem in the 21st century and it needs to be talked about. You're not alone, we're here for you! This podcast is to make even one listener feel less alone in their struggles. Our podcast is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri People and I wish to acknowledge them as Traditional Owners. I would also like to pay my respects to their Elders, past, and present, and emerging and Aboriginal Elders of...

S2 E6: The Journey of Speak Share
#6
07/13/2022

In our season finale, ‘Speak Share’ discuss their journey of creating their own mental health organization and the future and goal of their mission.

As a group, Ben, Mason, and Nathan formed a mental health organization that has the purpose “to influence community culture and educate on mental health strategies.” Through their preventive approach, they have developed and created community and school programs that help educate and support the community.

It was super refreshing to see a group of connected young adult men willing to do so much for the community, they are incredibly well-spoken and kind...


S2 E5: Academic's and Self Worth
#5
07/07/2022

In our second last episode of the season, Kaylee chats about her experience with associating her academic achievements with her self-worth.

With a current scholarship at Melbourne University, and coming from a high-achieving girls' school, Kaylee has been surrounded by high-achieving environments.

With this, She has had to learn ways to cope with the pressure of achieving high scores and the disappointment if she does not.

Trigger Warnings: Talks about anxiety, depression, and mental health struggles.

If you are struggling, you are not alone.

Lifeline Australia - 13 11 14

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S2 E4: Men's Mental Health #3
#4
07/03/2022

Joining our men’s mental health series, Nicholas Peck chats with us about his mental health journey and how he began to get help for his struggles.

Trigger Warnings: Talks about suicide, anxiety, depression, and mental health struggles.

If you are struggling, you are not alone.

Lifeline Australia - 13 11 14

Kids Helpline - 1800 55 1800

Mens Line Australia - 1300 78 99 78

Sane Australia - 1800 18 7262


S2 S3: Grief and Mental Health
#3
06/26/2022

In this episode, the beautiful Keeley Frawley opens up about her experience with grief and its effects on her own mental health, as her healing process after losing her beloved father, Danny Frawley.

Trigger Warnings: Talks about suicide, anxiety, depression, and mental health struggles.

If you are struggling, you are not alone.

Lifeline Australia - 13 11 14

Kids Helpline - 1800 55 1800

Mens Line Australia - 1300 78 99 78

Sane Australia - 1800 18 7262

Donate to the amazing Danny Frawley Centre for Health and Wellbeing.

https://bit.ly/DFCDonate


S2 E2: The Importance of Vulnerabilty
#2
06/15/2022

For S2, E2, The one of a kind Emma Bourke, chats to us about the power of vulnerability, her experiences with it and why she is studying to become a psychologist herself. With her own initiative on Instagram, @happymindwithem, Emma is working towards empowering people to get help and take care of their mind.

Trigger Warnings: Talks about anxiety, depression, and mental health struggles.

If you are struggling, you are not alone.

Lifeline Australia - 13 11 14

Kids Helpline - 1800 55 1800

Mens Line Australia - 1300 78 99 78

Sane Australia - 1800 18 7262


S2 E1: Mental Health In Professional Sport
#1
06/05/2022

Welcome to Season 2!

We are back and better than ever. For our first episode, we chat to Biggie and Cody about their experiences as Youngsters in the AFL, and how they have worked to maintain their mental health within such high pressures and changes from High School.

Trigger Warnings: Talks about anxiety, depression, and mental health struggles.

If you are struggling, you are not alone.

Lifeline Australia - 13 11 14

Kids Helpline - 1800 55 1800

Mens Line Australia - 1300 78 99 78

Sane Australia - 1800 18 7262


S1E16: An Honest Conversation About Sexuality & Consent W. Alyssa D’amelio
#16
03/03/2022

Alyssa and I have a hard, but important chat about the concept of sexuality, sexual orientation and how those experiences impact your mental health and wellbeing.

In this podcast, Alyssa shares her story with sexuality, sexual abuse, and her experience with constent and sex in general.

If any of these topics are triggering for you, please do not listen as it is something we chat about heavily.

The aim of the podcast is to educate, spread awareness, and ultimately break the stigma against speaking up that impacts people everyday., This will be done...


S1E15: An Honest Conversation About Men’s Mental Health W. The ZOOP Boys
#15
02/16/2022

Welcome to “An Honest Conversation” for another episode in our men’s mental health series.

Today, Connor and Jerome from The ZOOP Network, a Melbourne Movement aiming to assist the community to achieve goals and share meaningful moments within a person’s environment. They also host their own podcast that is available on Spotify with two other friends, Toddy and Nick. I have myself been a guest on their podcast and I highly recommend their initiative!

The ZOOP boys and I chat about the stigma around men’s mental health, how it was implemented through their lack...


S1E14: An Honest Conversation About Psych Wards W. Bethany Baker
#14
02/03/2022

Welcome Back, and Welcome to “An Honest Conversation” for our first episode back, Beth Baker and I chat about our mutual experience in a psychiatric ward and what they entailed for her.

If any topics of, sexual assault, harm, self-harm, depression, or suicide will impact you or trigger you - please do not listen to this podcast as we do discuss these things pretty heavily and without much restraint.

The aim of the podcast is to educate and bring up the conversation, but for us. This will be done in a raw and honest way that...


S1E13: Trauma W/ Rozetta
#13
12/23/2021

This is episode Rozetta and I chatted very broadly about the experience of Trauma. I wanted to get the ball rolling with this topic of conversation, it is a deep and large topic.

If any topics of, sexual assault, harm, self-harm, depression, or suicide will impact you or trigger you - please do not listen to this podcast as we do discuss these things pretty heavily and without much restraint.

The aim of the podcast is to educate and bring up the conversation, but for us. This will be done in a raw and honest...


S1E12: Independence W/ Polly Mckenzie
#12
12/17/2021

This is episode Polly & I chatted about Independence, and how there are different types. We chatted about her experience with Independence and how it has impacted her mental health.

If any topics of, sexual assault, harm, self-harm, depression, or suicide will impact you or trigger you - please do not listen to this podcast as we do discuss these things pretty heavily and without much restraint.

The aim of the podcast is to educate and bring up the conversation, but for us. This will be done in a raw and honest way that may trigger...


11: Men's Mental Health #2 Connor
12/07/2021

This is the second episode of our men's mental health series. Connor and I chat about his journey with his mental health and how the stigma against men's mental health has impacted him.

If any topics of, sexual assault, harm, self-harm, depression, or suicide will impact you or trigger you - please do not listen to this podcast as we do discuss these things pretty heavily and without much restraint.

The aim of the podcast is to educate and bring up the conversation, but for us. This will be done in a raw and honest...


S1E11: Men's Mental Health #2 Connor
#11
12/07/2021

This is the second episode of our men's mental health series. Connor and I chat about his journey with his mental health and how the stigma against men's mental health has impacted him.

If any topics of, sexual assault, harm, self-harm, depression, or suicide will impact you or trigger you - please do not listen to this podcast as we do discuss these things pretty heavily and without much restraint.

The aim of the podcast is to educate and bring up the conversation, but for us. This will be done in a raw and honest...


11: Men's Mental Health #2 Connor
#11
12/07/2021

This is the second episode of our men's mental health series. Connor and I chat about his journey with his mental health and how the stigma against men's mental health has impacted him.

If any topics of, sexual assault, harm, self-harm, depression, or suicide will impact you or trigger you - please do not listen to this podcast as we do discuss these things pretty heavily and without much restraint.

The aim of the podcast is to educate and bring up the conversation, but for us. This will be done in a raw and honest...


S1E10: Friendship Breakups W/ Mikayla & Emily
#10
11/25/2021

This episode our guests, Emily & Mikayla are old friends of mine! Going through a friendship breakup between us as a trio, we chatted about how our friendship breakup impacted us all mentally and how we got through it. We’ve definitely been through our tough times together and individually, which is why I thought they’d be the perfect people to chat about friendship breakups and how they can impact your growth and mental health.

If any topics of, sexual assault, harm, self-harm, depression, or suicide will impact you or trigger you - please do not listen to t...


10: Friendship Breakups
#10
11/25/2021

This episode our guests, Emily & Mikayla are old friends of mine! Going through a friendship breakup between us as a trio, we chatted about how our friendship breakup impacted us all mentally and how we got through it. We’ve definitely been through our tough times together and individually, which is why I thought they’d be the perfect people to chat about friendship breakups and how they can impact your growth and mental health.

If any topics of, sexual assault, harm, self-harm, depression, or suicide will impact you or trigger you - please do not list...


10: Friendship Breakups
#10
11/25/2021

This episode our guests, Emily & Mikayla are old friends of mine! Going through a friendship breakup between us as a trio, we chatted about how our friendship breakup impacted us all mentally and how we got through it. We’ve definitely been through our tough times together and individually, which is why I thought they’d be the perfect people to chat about friendship breakups and how they can impact your growth and mental health.

If any topics of, sexual assault, harm, self-harm, depression, or suicide will impact you or trigger you - please do not list...


10: Friendship Breakups
#10
11/25/2021

This episode our guests, Emily & Mikayla are old friends of mine! Going through a friendship breakup between us as a trio, we chatted about how our friendship breakup impacted us all mentally and how we got through it. We’ve definitely been through our tough times together and individually, which is why I thought they’d be the perfect people to chat about friendship breakups and how they can impact your growth and mental health.

If any topics of, sexual assault, harm, self-harm, depression, or suicide will impact you or trigger you - please do not list...


S1E10: Men's Mental Health #1 Clayton
#9
10/29/2021

This is the first episode of our men's mental health series. Clayton and I chat about his journey with his mental health and how the stigma against men's mental health has impacted him.

If any topics of, sexual assault, harm, self-harm, depression, or suicide will impact you or trigger you - please do not listen to this podcast as we do discuss these things pretty heavily and without much restraint.

The aim of the podcast is to educate and bring up the conversation, but for us. This will be done in a raw and honest...


8: G's Thoughts #1
#8
10/28/2021

random thoughts I had about the weaponisation of mental health in the 21st century

trigger warning;

I talk very explicitly of mental health, including depression, suicide and anxiety


S1E07: Q&A W/ Jasmine
#7
10/15/2021

Welcome back to the first podcast is back in the studio!

I wanted to start off a little more light-hearted/fun for the first podcast back!

Jazz makes a comeback with a little Q&A, both of us received questions on her personal Instagram and @itsoktostruggle.

Thank you to everyone who sent through questions, we are so grateful!

Trigger Warning

In this podcast, we discuss mental health issues such as depression, eating disorders, and others. If this is something you aren't comfortable with listening to, please listen to something...


S1E06: Ask G
#6
09/14/2021

As we are still in lockdown in melb, I decided it would be fun to answer a few questions from you guys! If you guys like I can keep it going.

If any topics of, sexual assault, harm, self-harm, depression, or suicide will impact you or trigger you - please do not listen to this podcast as we do discuss these things pretty heavily and without much restraint.

The aim of the podcast is to educate and bring up the conversation, but for us. This will be done in a raw and honest way that...


S1E05: Mental Health in Different Generations W/ My Papa
#5
09/03/2021

PSA, it is quite low quality due to using different mic

Papa (my dad) and I have a chat about what mental health was like when he was growing up, as well as how our relationship has been impacted by my mental health struggles. We both have different experiences and understandings of mental health so I thought it would be interesting to discuss this.

If any topics of, sexual assault, harm, self-harm, depression, or suicide will impact you or trigger you - please do not listen to this podcast as we do discuss these things...


S1E04: Mental Health & Lockdown W/ Allanah
#4
08/12/2021

With Melb in it’s sixth lockdown, my sis and I thought we would do an episode on lockdown and how it has impacted mental health especially getting to our sixth lockdown. Usually, I do it from a media space, but we are obviously limited so excuse the quality - I just wanted to get something out there as i felt it’s important to spread some awareness of how you are not alone during this hard time.

Lifeline Australia: 13 11 14

Beyond Blue: 1300 224 636

Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800

More Helplines @ www.gogentleaustralia.org.au/suicide_help...


4: Lockdown and Mental Health W/ Allanah
#4
08/12/2021

With Melbourne in its SIXTH lockdown, My big little sister and I have a chat about its massive impact on mental health.

ITS OK TO STRUGGLE

SEEK HELP, YOU'RE NOT ALONE.

WE LOVE YOU

WE CARE

Resources:

Lifeline Australia: 13 11 14

Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800

Beyond Blue: 1300 224 636

MORE HELPLINES:

https://www.gogentleaustralia.org.au/suicide_help


S1E03: Self Esteem and Trauma in Dating W/ Tully Rignoi
#3
07/21/2021

Tully & I have a hot girl chat about how self-esteem and trauma can impact dating in the 21st century.

As always, TRIGGER WARNING, as some topics can trigger: if you have any triggers with self-esteem, depression, anxiety I would advise listening when you're in a better place.

There is also a lot of swearing as I have a dirty mouth (sorry, mum.)

If you are struggling with your mental health, remember it is OKAY to get some help. Contact a helpline or a professional.

Lineline - 13 11 14

Beyond Blue - 1300 22 4635<...


S1E02: Borderline Personality Disorder W/ Alyssa D'amelio
#2
06/29/2021

Alyssa & I chatted about our journeys of mental health that involves being diagnosed with borderline personality disorder. hope this helps to educate more on what it is and tbh we didn’t even know ourselves what it was till our diagnosis. lyss also suffers with Bipolar and PTSD, in which we discussed as well.

If any topics of, sexual assault, harm, self-harm, depression, or suicide will impact you or trigger you - please do not listen to this podcast as we do discuss these things pretty heavily and without much restraint.

The aim of the po...


S1E01: Self Image & Social Media W/ Jasmine Tavares
#1
06/04/2021

*TW* - Eating Disorders, Binge Eating, Mental Health Issues etc.

In our very first podcast, Jazz, Negassa and I talk about Self Image, Social Media & Eating Disorders.