Stories to inspire you

When it comes to mental health, we all have our own unique stories to tell. But no matter what we are going through, there are other people experiencing it too.

Read, watch and listen to stories from everyday Australians about the signs and symptoms they experienced, how they got support, and what they do to stay well now.

Hearing their stories of recovery can help you imagine your own journey.
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Parenting, depression and coping with life - Georgie’s story

After a tough upbringing, Georgie wants to use her past experiences to create a safe environment for her family.
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Read stories from the community

Explore first-person accounts and interviews from community members about their mental health journey.

Watch their journey

Take a look behind the scenes of everyday Australians as they share their mental health journey and tips on staying well.
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Stories from the LGBTIQ+ community

Sharing personal stories fosters connection, support, and understanding within the LGBTIQ+ community.

Here, individuals share their journeys, highlighting both the challenges and triumphs they have faced.

Explore stories from the LGBTIQ+ community

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Not Alone – a podcast by Beyond Blue

When it comes to mental health, we all have our own unique stories to tell. But no matter what we are going through, there are other people experiencing it too.

From Beyond Blue, this is Not Alone. A podcast where everyday Australians talk about their mental health journey to help you with yours.

Subscribe to the series in Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Google Podcasts so that you are notified when the next episode is released.

 

Share your story

The personal stories shared here feature Beyond Blue community members from our Speakers and Blue Voices programs.

If you would like to share your story, get involved today.
You can also anonymously share your experiences and chat to our welcoming peer support community on our online forums.
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