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Holding onto Hope

Holding on to Hope takes listeners on a journey through deeply personal stories of lived experience of suicidality. Through authentic storytelling and genuine connection, the podcast aims to provide hope, inspiration, and support for anyone impacted by suicide or navigating distress.

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Hugh's Story

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.
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Helps with Offering Support Self-care
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Will's Story

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

Michael’s life journey is a testament to resilience and the transformative power of reaching out for help.
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Helps with Anxiety Depression
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Annas's story

When stigma made it feel impossible to talk, one text started Annas's journey forward.
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Helps with Depression Anxiety
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JMo's story

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.
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Helps with trauma abuse
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Jai's story

Jai shares her powerful story of overcoming depression, homelessness, and suicidal thoughts with the ongoing support of Lifeline services throughout her life.
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Helps with Crisis support Mental health recovery
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Ian's Story

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.
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Helps with Suicidality Domestic & Family Violence
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Mal's Story

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.
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Helps with Stress Anxiety & Depression
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Chris's Story

Chris shares his story of holding on to hope after surviving three major bushfires, including Victoria’s Black Saturday and the PTSD it caused.
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Helps with Trauma Suicidality
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Jaz's Story

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.
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Helps with Anxiety & Depression Substance Misuse
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Kate's Story

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.
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Helps with Gambling Addiction
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Lizzie's Story

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.
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Helps with Trauma Depression

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