Open Up Podcast With Lachlan Samuel

In this episode we sit down with Simon Shin as he Opens Up about the worst moments he's experienced in life to date. Simon Opens Up about being bullied because of his race, about how his parents couldn't believe him when he told the about how his uncle was sexually abusing him, and how that trauma lead to years of wanting to end his own life.  This is a powerful story of challenge, acceptance, forgiveness and love that ultimately leads to discovering your true identity.  Simon: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100007986886537 Open Up: connect@openupgroup.com Private story sharing group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1803807789936760/   Public FB page: https://www.facebook.com/openuppublic/ FREE TICKETS to POSITIVE LIFE EXPO:https://www.striveandthrive.com.au

In this episode we get to know Rachel Callander, speaker, author, trainer and artist, as she Opens Up about the struggles of cultivating a life of hope for her daughter, who was given no hope of living beyond 2 weeks. Courageously, Rachel also Opens Up about how shes grieved, processed and healed since Evies passing at just 2.5 years old, along with the toll it took on her marriage.  Rachel: www.rachelcallander.co Open Up: connect@openupgroup.com Private story sharing group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1803807789936760/   FB podcast page: https://www.facebook.com/openuppodcast/  

In this episode we sit down with Sorelle Miller, Founder of Pure Consciousness, the wellness education service teaching meditation for resilience through sound, movement and breath, in a bid to create a tranquil, connected state within.  Sorelle Opens Up about her husbands motorcycle accident which left him wheelchair bound, along with the impact this had on him, on her and her mindset, on her family, and on her life.  Courageously, Sorelle also Opens Up about how she's coped mentally, spiritually and physically for the last 10 years, processing and healing, after her husband eventually took his own life.  Sorelle: www.pureconsciousnessmeditation.com.au https://www.facebook.com/cr8resilience/ Open Up: connect@openupgroup.com Private story sharing group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1803807789936760/   Public FB page: https://www.facebook.com/openuppublic/  

We sit down with Brendan McCormack, Founder of Perthfitfam and Fitfam media, Regional Crossfit team athlete and F45 playoff champion. Brendo shares how his failure in business and love impacted his mindset and actions, resulting in drug addiction and depression, which nearly cost him his life.  We also delve into both religion and psychedelics and how these allowed him to accept and overcome his failures, ultimately leading to a place where he idolises no one, choosing instead to love being the only Brendan McCormack!  Brendo: https://www.facebook.com/thebrendanmccormack https://www.facebook.com/perthfitfam/ https://www.facebook.com/fitfam.media.au/ Open Up: connect@openupgroup.com Private story sharing group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1803807789936760/   Public FB page: https://www.facebook.com/openuppublic/  

We get to know Norita Omar, inspirational speaker, business mentor and founder of Strive And Thrive, the social platform empowering people to strive through challenges and thrive into a positive, resilient life.  We hear how Norita loses her independence and control of her body after a fall from stage results in a brain injury, as well as how a 6.2 magnitude earthquake pushed her to greener pastures and a life where she now helps people help themselves.  Norita: striveandthrive.com.au -links to her socials are on the site as well as worksheets and other helpful and inspirational content.  Resilience Hackers private FB page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1846211169013004/ -weekly activities to help you build a more resilient mindset. Open Up: Private story sharing group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1803807789936760/   Public FB page: https://www.facebook.com/openuppublic/   Private FIFO story sharing group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/154986125167457/ Contact: connect@openupgroup.com https:

In this episode we meet Leon Ruri, Founder of "Haka For Life", the not for profit thats using war dance to stand against male suicide.  Leon shares his worst moments in life including being beaten as a kid, his gambling addiction and how in order to become a man of his word, the man he wanted to be, he had to tell the woman he loved that he'd been unfaithful. Contact Leon: https://www.facebook.com/leon.ruri https://www.facebook.com/hakaforlife/ Contact Open Up: Private story sharing group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1803807789936760/ Open Up FB: https://www.facebook.com/openuppublic/ connect@openupgroup.com https://www.facebook.com/lachlansamuelmariu  

In this episode we chat with Lived experience speaker and aspiring psychologist Baylee Dansby as she shares with us her darkest moments, including racial and sexual abuse, self harm, and attempted suicide.  We also hear of her barriers to receiving or reaching out for help as well as her turning points and what she's used to recover.  Contact Bay: https://www.facebook.com/alifefullofchaosandcalm/ OPEN UP: Private FB sharing group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1803807789936760/   Public Page: https://www.facebook.com/openuppublic/   Private FIFO sharing group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/154986125167457/ Don't forget to subscribe, rate and review :)  

WARNING: F-words galore!! In this episode we get to know ex crossfit regionals athlete and retired armoured vehicle gunner, Finn Johnson.  He shares with us his darkest moments to date, including his time at war in Afghanistan and the unexpected passing of family members. He also shares with us how he managed to cope with the horrific situations he endured, situations that would leave most of us traumatised for life. Finns actionable tip: -Reach out to someone close to you, be it a best friend or family member. -If that still seems too much, start with a txt first and progress at your own pace from there. It seems obvious but most of us when we struggle are afraid of being a burden so we isolate ourselves in the belief we're only going to cause others strife. Like Finn says, most people will find it interesting because they'll like the idea of helping someone in need, so do it, pick up that phone and send that txt.  Contact Finn: https://www.facebook.com/finley.johnson.39 OPEN UP Open Up Private S

In Episode 04 with Jason Nelson aka the Kilted Rogue Runner, we open up about his dependence on work place comradery and how work place bullying, which at times was possibly life threatening, would lead him to attempting suicide over and over.  He also opens ups about the trauma which ended in PTSD, unleashing all the trauma he'd buried internally since childhood.  Jason also shares with us what he's used to recover from it all as well as an actionable tip anyone can use in a moment of despair.  Jason contacts: TheKiltedRogueRunner@outlook.com kiltedroguerunner.com.au Heidis story: http://www.kiltedroguerunner.com.au/blog/healing-heidi Guest blog requirements: -Cover one of the following topics: Mental Health Recovery, Lived Experience with Mental Health, Mental Health Coping Strategies, Mental Fitness, Mindfullness, Post Traumatic Growth, Mental Health Therapies -Positive hopeful vibe  -Maximum 1000 words Please submit via email TheKiltedRogueRunner@outlook.com I aim to put out at least one per wee

In this episode we hear about Shannons turbulent childhood, near death experience while mining for diamonds, and his fear of failing to achieve the "mercian dream" he's envisioned all his life.  Unfortunately we didn't have time to get to his divorce and neck and back operations but we're certain there'll be a part.2 in the near future! Open Up:   lachlan@openupgroup.com   Website: https://openuppodcast.com   Free FB community: http://bit.ly/MakingMentalHealthMainstream   Public FB page: https://www.facebook.com/openuppodcast/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/open_up_podcast/

In this episode we sit down with Jude Young, Co-Founder of the popular WA Plants with purpose. He talks us through the worst moments he's experienced in life, including how his betrayal not only cost him his family, but also nearly his life. Get ready to tune in because we just give Jude the reins and let him riff!   Open Up:   lachlan@openupgroup.com   Website: https://openuppodcast.com   Free FB community: http://bit.ly/MakingMentalHealthMainstream   Public FB page: https://www.facebook.com/openuppodcast/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/open_up_podcast/

In this episode we sit down with Candyce Murrel, better known as candy love. She's an artist, spiritual mentor, reiki practitioner and blogger who's overcome self loathing, never fitting in and a failed engagement, to eventually become one of the most content and helpful people we've met to date.  Contact: @candyloveinspiringspiritualadventure on Facebook.

In this episode you'll get an idea of what the Open Up Podcast and Group are about, who they'll help and where we see them both going. Lachlan Samuel, our host, tells us of his struggle with a fear of failure and what ultimately lead him to attempt suicide. You'll also hear what tips tools and tactics he used to come back from his darkest moments.