Talking About Death Will Not Kill You!

I share a cautionary tale about an opportunity I wasted. Warning, this episode contains snotty crying sounds.

Just a quickie to say hi and share the current mood of grief at the moment. Nothing ground breaking!

Today's chat is with the amazingly uplifting Susan who is a medium and currently going through treatment for breast cancer. https://www.facebook.com/suzansreadings/ Best to listen away from little ears and anyone sensitive to this subject. If my podcast raises any feelings for you please talk to someone; Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 Beyondblue: 1300 224 636 Lifeline: 13 11 14 / Text Helpline (6...

I spoke with the amazing Michelle from Blossom. Hair Body Face & Wig Boutique located in the picturesque Hawkesbury region. She helps chemo patients and other people get a new look and a positive boost they need so desperately. https://www.facebook.com/blossomhairfacewigs https://www.blossomhair.net.au/ Best to listen away from little ears and anyone sensitive to this subject. If my podcast ra...

Catch up time, a recent personal loss and a quick pep talk for the sh*t show that can be Mother's Day.

First catch up for 2024 and my new career change into aged care!

Apologies for the delay in posting this episode but here are my thoughts on the rules surrounding Legalised Euthanasia in NSW, Australia.

Today we celebrated an amazing human in the most lovely funeral I've had the honour to attend. WARNING: This episode may be rough to listen to, towards the end. My feelings may upset some listeners. Best to listen away from little ears and anyone sensitive to this subject. If my podcast raises any feelings for you please talk to someone; Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 Beyondblue: 1300 224 636 Lif...

I chat about attending my first Motherless Daughter's Australia event. https://www.motherlessdaughters.com.au/community/events Best to listen away from little ears and anyone sensitive to this subject. If my podcast raises any feelings for you please talk to someone; Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 Beyondblue: 1300 224 636 Lifeline: 13 11 14 / Text Helpline (6pm - 12am) 0477 13 11 14

Listen for the conclusion of the will of my late Grandmother. If I knew 9 months ago how negatively effect my mental health I would have prepared regular visits with my therapist Megan and started taking my anti-depressants. Do not underestimate how easily decade old emotional wounds can be opened with just a single phone call. WARNING: This episode is rough to listen to. My feelings are raw and m...

Just a quickie to say hi and check in for those like myself dreading this Sunday. If you need a support network may I suggest joining the Facebook Community that is Motherless Daughters . This is the best support network of women I have ever come across - no bitchiness, no criticism, just love and acceptance. For those interested in attending a Mother's Day Memorial Service held by White Lady...

I dragged the hubster in for a chat about disposing your digital remains and how technology is changing how we grieve and honour those lost. Best to listen away from little ears and anyone sensitive to this subject. If my podcast raises any feelings for you please talk to someone; Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 Beyondblue: 1300 224 636 Lifeline: 13 11 14 / Text Helpline (6pm - 12am) 0477 13 11 14 Rea...

Wanna hear how easy it is to open up a 14 year old grief wound? Well tune into the first episode for 2023! Best to listen away from little ears and anyone sensitive to this subject. If my podcast raises any feelings for you please talk to someone; Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 Beyondblue: 1300 224 636 Lifeline: 13 11 14 / Text Helpline (6pm - 12am) 0477 13 11 14

Today we dig down 6 feet and give you all the dirt about some of the most historical cemeteries in Sydney!  https://www.visitsydneyaustralia.com.au/cemeteries.html Best to listen away from little ears and anyone sensitive to this subject. If my podcast raises any feelings for you please talk to someone; Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 Beyondblue: 1300 224 636 Lifeline: 13 11 14 / Text Helpline (6...

Today I chat to co-founder of the amazing organisation Feel the Magic, who run Magic camps for children who have lost a parent or a sibling. Check them out below this is a cracker episode. https://www.facebook.com/FeelTheMagic https://feelthemagic.org.au/ Best to listen away from little ears and anyone sensitive to this subject. If my podcast raises any feelings for you please talk to someone; Kid...

Today I recap my experiences of the recent funeral of my late Grandmother who recently had turned 100 years old prior to her passing. Best to listen away from little ears and anyone sensitive to this subject. If my podcast raises any feelings for you please talk to someone; Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 Beyondblue: 1300 224 636 Lifeline: 13 11 14 / Text Helpline (6pm - 12am) 0477 13 11 14

Today I share my experience as I attended my first death cafe. Caffeine, corspes & chatting! We sat in the warm sun and went into conversation about loss and all things death so easily!  https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2014/mar/22/death-cafe-talk-about-dying https://www.facebook.com/deathcafe/ Best to listen away from little ears and anyone sensitive to this subject. If my podcas...

I chat to Debra, a past life regression facilitator about how she helps people get in touch with their previous reincarnations and early memories. https://www.debradawnspiritualservices.com/ Best to listen away from little ears and anyone sensitive to this subject. If my podcast raises any feelings for you please talk to someone; Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 Beyondblue: 1300 224 636 Lifeline: 13 11...

Today I chat with Amelia, an amazing young woman who tells me about her loss of her grandfather 3 years ago when she was only 16. Best to listen away from little ears and anyone sensitive to this subject. If my podcast raises any feelings for you please talk to someone; Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 Beyondblue: 1300 224 636 Lifeline: 13 11 14

I decided for an extra large chat with medium Nicole. She did a reading for me back in 2016 and still manages to astound me with her skills. Plus she is just one of the loveliest humans on earth! Check her out on the links below; https://www.psychicmediumnicole.com/ https://m.facebook.com/NicolesReadings https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/spiritual-experience-event-tickets-395024237127?fbclid=IwAR20N...

I chat to Tammy who is a tarot card reader, reiki healer and provisional psychologist. https://www.facebook.com/tammystarotandhealing https://tammystarotandhealing.com/ Best to listen away from little ears and anyone sensitive to this subject. If my podcast raises any feelings for you please talk to someone; Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 Beyondblue: 1300 224 636 Lifeline: 13 11 14

Today I had the idea to talk to my 9 yr old about death and her thoughts all about it and her death nerd mum! Best to listen away from little ears and anyone sensitive to this subject. If my podcast raises any feelings for you please talk to someone; Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 Beyondblue: 1300 224 636 Lifeline: 13 11 14 / Text Helpline (6pm - 12am) 0477 13 11 14

Did you know that I am an angel! A " Cake Angel " that is! Hehe! Today I talk about a charity that I have been a part of since 2015, The Australian Cake Angels Network. Established in 2011 Cake Angels aim to make the birthdays and other significant events of seriously ill children extra special, by donating custom designed celebration cakes in a theme that is personalised and meaningful to them. O...

Today I talk about what I learnt at the Tender Funerals Australia FREE screening of the film TENDER. Held at the Blacktown community hub (Bungarribee Community Resource Hub), I watched the film and took part in a Q&A session afterwards.  As they have had a number of people express interest in continuing the conversation they are holding a meeting to discuss next steps in bringing Tender F...

I wrangled the hubby to join me to chat about all the musicians that have passed and the way they left this world. So much talent! Apologies in advance for the sketchy audio there is something about my laptop and the microphone that I can't quite figure out why they don't like each other some days. Best to listen away from little ears and anyone sensitive to this subject. If my podcast raises any...