Holding on to Hope

Meet Davina, a talented journalist and devoted mother of two daughters, Rose and Hope. On the surface, her life appears to be a compelling narrative of success, from a joyful childhood to becoming a respected news presenter for the Nine Network on both regional and national television. Yet, behind this facade of achievement, Davina grappled silently with a host of internal struggles.

Her journey took an unexpected turn when she became a mother, navigating the complex terrain of postnatal depression and the myriad challenges that accompany parenthood. While she excelled in her professional life, Davina found herself battling anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and an unrelenting pursuit of perfection in her personal life.

This episode delves into the highs and lows of Davina's journalism career, shedding light on the often-hidden struggles with mental health. Davina's story serves as a powerful reminder that reaching out for support is a testament to resilience and courage, offering hope and inspiration to others facing similar challenges.

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CREDITS

Hosted by Ruben

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Special thanks to Davina for sharing her story.

Lifeline would like to acknowledge the lives lost to suicide and recognise those who have survived suicide attempts. And those who struggle today or in the past with thoughts of suicide, mental health issues and crisis situations, we acknowledge all those who have felt the deep impact of suicide, including those who love, care and support people experiencing suicidality and those experiencing the pain and bereavement through suicide. We respect collaboration with people who have a lived or living experience of suicide and mental health issues and value their contribution to the work we do.

In this episode we're honoured to introduce Andrew, a Yamatji Man from Western Australia's Murchison Gascoyne region.

Andrew has walked a challenging path, grappling with depression and anxiety for over a decade. He vividly describes his journey as having the 'black dog' visit him frequently, casting long shadows of despair and confusion. These dark clouds often obscured his sense of direction, leaving him unable to see a clear path forward.

In today's episode, Andrew will share insights into his coping strategies, the hurdles he has overcome, and the message of hope he carries for both Indigenous and Non-Indigenous communities.

LINKS & RESOURCES:

Call Lifeline anytime on 13 11 14

Send a text to Lifeline at 0477 131 114

Chat live with Lifeline at www.lifeline.org.au

Follow @lifelineaustralia on Instagram

Follow @LifelineAust on Twitter

Like @LifelineAustralia on Facebook

CREDITS Hosted by Ruben

Proudly presented by Lifeline

Special thanks to Andrew for sharing his story.

Lifeline would like to acknowledge the lives lost to suicide and recognise those who have survived suicide attempts. And those who struggle today or in the past with thoughts of suicide, mental health issues and crisis situations, we acknowledge all those who have felt the deep impact of suicide, including those who love, care and support people experiencing suicidality and those experiencing the pain and bereavement through suicide. We respect collaboration with people who have a lived or living experience of suicide and mental health issues and value their contribution to the work we do.