Stella shares her journey of recovery from eating disorders and depression through boxing, therapy, and connection after moving from New Zealand to Australia.

In this episode of Lifeline's Holding on to Hope podcast, Cristina shares her journey from feeling overwhelmed as a carer for a loved one experiencing psychosis to finding crucial support through Lifeline. She now advocates for breaking the stigma around mental illness and emphasises the power of connection and self-compassion.

Rob Mills shares his mental health journey from Australian Idol fame to finding hope through connection, purpose, and asking for help when you need it most.

From a young age, Nathida struggled to find where she belonged. Moving to Australia from Thailand as a child, she faced cultural challenges and, without knowing she was autistic, felt isolated and misunderstood.

Frances shares her powerful journey of compassion, courage, and community.

Former Fire Fighter Ross Beckley tells his story of holding onto hope and how he discovered he didn’t need a badge to still save lives.

Rachael Stevens was 17 when she attempted to take her own life. On the way to the hospital she first thought the decision she’d made might have been the wrong one.

Pete's story of holding on to hope after loss of elite athleticism.

Paul is a resilient soul who embarked on a profound transformation after four decades of living behind a façade of "existences."

Oliver's story of Holding on to Hope through pressure experienced as a veterinarian.

Matthew dedicated 24 years to his career. A sudden shift left him feeling discarded, leading to a dark moment during the intense pressures of the pandemic.

Matt & Amanda's story of Holding on to Hope through family breakdown and parental alienation

As a cisgender lesbian, Australian Army veteran, and dedicated PhD Candidate, she thrives amid adversity, facing challenges of various kinds with unwavering determination. Her focus on human connection and social healing, born from personal struggles, resonates with those navigating life's difficulties or feeling different in an indifferent world.

Leilani Darwin’s story of Holding on to Hope by turning her traumatic life experiences into a vehicle to save the lives of other Aboriginal people.

On this episode we are joined by Lea. Having found out in the most awful fashion at 6 years old she was adopted, Lea struggled with challenges throughout high school. Faced with crippling depression and societal stigma, she grappled with finding her place in the world.

In this episode we're honoured to have Joanna as our guest, sharing her journey of resilience from teenage struggles with depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts to finding hope and healing in her 50s.

Isabella's story of holding on to hope in regional NSW through school, family and mental health issues by finding the Lifeline Eclipse group.

Ian Robert’s story of Holding on to Hope

Grant took on what he thought was the biggest challenge of his life getting sober. Along his journey he learned the power of talking therapy, prioritising mental and emotional well-being and setting crystal clear boundaries.

Grace’s journey, marked by the challenges of mental health, began with suicidal thoughts that emerged in childhood.

Erik's story of holding on to hope through a difficult childhood, a life changing accident and the stresses of being an elite athlete, father and partner.

Eno's story of holding on to hope after battles with suicidal ideation and using his experiences to help others throughout the trucking industry.

Donna's story of Holding on to Hope after a confidence crisis that turned her life into turmoil in an extraordinary seven days.

Dave's story of holding on to hope through depression and long term pain

Ben's story of holding on to hope after returning from service and experiencing PTSD.

Andrew has walked a challenging path, grappling with depression and anxiety for over a decade.

Amanda's story of holding on to hope through post natal depression.

Mal Meirs has worked in some of the best restaurants in the world but the pressure, the horrendous hours, the chaos, and the physical pain of horrific injuries often caused by exhaustion and stress brought him literally to the brink of suicide.

Lachie Samuel is a former FIFO mining worker, flying in and out of some of the most remote, desolate places in Australia, places where male suicide and mental health issues are rife.

Anthony Hart's slide into depression snuck up on him, taking him and everyone who knew him by surprise.

Wes Herring reckoned he had life all mapped out. He would take over the family farm, continue the tradition of raising merino sheep and, with his wife Kate, bring up a family who would continue the succession. But nothing went to plan.

He's 23, popular, funny, smart, and caring. Oliver is the last person you'd imagine would suffer depression, but at 14 he began a slide into darkness that gradually became unbearable.

Gracie Gribble is 19, funny, very smart, bubbly and bursting with ideas and dreams. But her life hasn’t always been like that. From the age of eight, Gracie was dealing with the early stages of bipolar disorder.

Kiran shares what it's like to struggle with depression, fear how others will react, ask for help, and ultimately find hope to hold on while working as a doctor at a psychiatric hospital.

Joe Williams is a proud Wiradjuri man. Here he describes his struggles with self-doubt and how he has since connected with his culture to reduce the suicide statistics amongst his people.

Over one million Australians are living with an eating disorder. Tanya shares what it’s like to struggle with anorexia, and why empathy, kindness, and compassion have been so important to her survival.

Actress Sabeena Manalis shares her story of overcoming trauma, addiction, and an eating disorder, while clinical psychologist Dr Sophie Reid offers expert insight into the complex link between trauma and disordered eating.

In this episode of Griefline's Life After Loss podcast, Linda shares how she and her family hold on to hope while coping with the loss, grief, and trauma that comes with surviving multiple natural disasters.

In this episode of Griefline's Life After Loss podcast, Lilly and Lee share how they hold on to hope while coping with the loss, grief, and trauma that comes with surviving multiple natural disasters.

In this episode of Griefline's Life After Loss podcast, bushfire survivors Katherine Boland and Jenifer James speak candidly about their lived experience of climate grief following the 2019/2020 summer bushfires.

Cameron, a musician, shares his journey of surviving domestic and family violence, exploring his identity, and finding hope through connection, music, and small acts of kindness.

Graeme’s story of holding on to hope through depression, career loss, and a suicide attempt that became a turning point in his journey toward healing.

In this episode of EDFA's Strong Enough podcast, Rohan shares his advice and tips for men caring for someone with an eating disorder.

Brendan shares how he held on to hope when life as a sheep station manager left him feeling isolated, depressed, and full of self-doubt.

EDFA counsellor Alisha Mah explores the often-overlooked challenges that siblings of people with an eating disorder face while sharing insights from her own lived experience.

In this episode of Lifeline's Holding on to Hope podcast, Nicole opens up about her long battle with workplace bullying and victimisation and shares how her own suicidal ideation inspired her to become a Lifeline crisis supporter.

Exercise physiologist Sarah Liz King explores how to heal your relationship with movement in eating disorder recovery while sharing insights from her own experience.

Jenny shares her journey of living with an eating disorder for 50 years before finding recovery, while dietitian Fiona Sutherland explains how mindful eating can help you break free from diet culture and support lasting healing.

In this episode of EDFA’s Strong Enough podcast, Hugh van Cuylenburg shares his personal experience of supporting a loved one with an eating disorder and explores how resilience, mindfulness, and self-care can help carers navigate the challenges.

Will’s story of holding on to hope through early loss, hidden suicidality, and the pressure to stay silent in a male-dominated industry.

Michael’s life journey is a testament to resilience and the transformative power of reaching out for help.

When stigma made it feel impossible to talk, one text started Annas's journey forward.

Mental health warrior Jonathan Moran (JMo) shares his story of turning a life of trauma and suicidality into a powerful mission to fight stigma and inspire hope.

Jai shares her powerful story of overcoming depression, homelessness, and suicidal thoughts with the ongoing support of Lifeline services throughout her life.

Said shares his story about growing up with a mum battling schizophrenia and overcoming his struggles with substance misuse and suicidality.

Chris shares his story of holding on to hope after surviving three major bushfires, including Victoria’s Black Saturday and the PTSD it caused.

Three years ago, Jaz was a very unhappy woman. Today, Jaz is sharing how his decision to transition helped him let go of years of body image issues, suicidal thoughts, and fears of not being accepted.

Kate shares how she was able to overcome her addiction to pokies and why she's now passionate about helping others live their best lives.

These days, Lizzie describes herself as feeling completely free but she didn’t always feel that way. In this episode, Lizzie opens up about her childhood, her journey to finding hope, and the turning point that completely changed the course of her life.

Matt's story of holding on to hope through depression, anxiety, and a suicide attempt that left him wheelchair-bound.

Tom's inspirational story about walking away from his successful footballer career and managing his mental health on a daily basis.

Anwyn shares what it's like to struggle with depression and anxiety due to growing up in a dysfunctional environment and how she's been able to hold on to hope.

Ian shares his story of holding on to hope after experiencing serious domestic violence and sexual abuse by a family friend at a young age.

At 49, Dominic’s world was shaken by a severe mental health crisis just as he was about to become a father.

Andrew's story of holding on to hope after dealing with complex trauma and substance misuse and experiencing homelessness and imprisonment.

In this episode of Lifeline's Holding on to Hope podcast, mental health advocates Emily and Ian share their experiences of facing diverse challenges and struggles with suicidal thoughts.

Imbi and Danny's stories of pain, resilience, and hope remind us that suicide does not discriminate. Learn how they reached the depths of darkness before discovering the power of hope.

Amanda shares how, at 27, she was trapped in the pursuit of career success, leading to burnout, depression, and feelings of isolation due to stigma.

In this episode of Lifeline's Holding on to Hope podcast, Monwell shares his struggles with substance misuse, gambling, and suicidal thoughts and how his journey to recovery led to self-discovery.

Maddie shares how academic pressures and fear of disappointing her parents led to anxiety and depression before learning to embrace imperfection.

Davina, a journalist and mother of two, shares her story of battling anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), postnatal depression, and suicidal thoughts.