Welcome to Tallebudgera Creek, stop no. 9 on my Books By The Beach tour! Tallebudgera Creek is by far one of my FAVOURITE spots here on the Gold Coast. Where I am sitting in this video is on the Burleigh National Park side of the creek. Here there is a small, quiet beach, and I… Continue reading Books By The Beach: The Wilted Rose at Tallebudgera Creek
Tag: mental health
National Carers Week: My Story
One afternoon in mid-January 2017, my fiance Greg came home early from his job as a tiler with lower back pain. He took the weekend to rest up, however Monday came and the pain had not subsided. The days turned into weeks. In early March I set off on a month-long book research trip to… Continue reading National Carers Week: My Story
The Wilted Rose: Queensland Mental Health Week
6-14th October is Queensland Mental Health Week here in Australia. In my writing, I take a particular interest in exploring various human experiences and perspectives, using my writing to help to share people’s stories in the wider community. Since its publication in 2011 I've used my debut novel The Wilted Rose to help raise awareness… Continue reading The Wilted Rose: Queensland Mental Health Week
He Opted For Heaven: Free Short Story for Queensland Mental Health Week
Today marks the beginning of Queensland Mental Health Week (6-14th October) and to commemorate this important event, and to help raise awareness about mental health, I am giving away my short story, He Opted For Heaven, here on my blog. In 2014, I lost my cousin Greg to suicide. I will never forget the evening… Continue reading He Opted For Heaven: Free Short Story for Queensland Mental Health Week
Ireland: 31 Days, 31 Pictures: Day 31- Saint Nahi’s Church & Central Mental Hospital
Wow, I can't believe I have come to the end of my marathon 31-day blogging effort! I have absolutely adored reliving my 2017 trip through this series of blog posts. I hope you have enjoyed coming along on the ride with me, and that you have learned all about Ireland through pictures! For my final… Continue reading Ireland: 31 Days, 31 Pictures: Day 31- Saint Nahi’s Church & Central Mental Hospital
Ireland: 31 Days, 31 Photos. Day #5: Ballinasloe
Ballinasloe is a town in the easternmost part of County Galway in Ireland. It is one of the largest towns in County Galway with a population of approximately 7,200 people. I came to Ballinasloe to research St. Brigid's, formally the Connacht District Lunatic Asylum, opened in County Galway in 1833. Standing on the edge of the village,… Continue reading Ireland: 31 Days, 31 Photos. Day #5: Ballinasloe
Keeping Up Creative Practices During Stressful Life Events
Marital separation. Death. Personal injury or illness. Loss of employment. Some examples of the most stressful events you can experience in life. These periods demand our time and energy, emotional and mental, and creative endeavours can fall pretty low on the scale of priorities. But how important is it to continue doing these things during… Continue reading Keeping Up Creative Practices During Stressful Life Events
Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Awareness Week Wrap Up
Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Awareness Week finishes today. Thank you everyone who has supported this wonderful cause. Know the signs, seek help early. Be PND aware.
Depression after childbirth
For more information and helpful advice about postnatal depression, visit http://www.panda.org.au
Mental Health Week Spotlight: Mental Health Carers Australia
Today my Mental Health Week focus is on Mental Health Carers Australia. Formerly known as ARAFMI (Association of Relatives and Friends of the Mentally Ill) Mental Health Carers Australia’s mission is to represent at a national level the interests and concerns of families and others voluntarily caring for people with mental illness throughout Australia. Initially… Continue reading Mental Health Week Spotlight: Mental Health Carers Australia
