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25.01.2022 Navigating life as a new parent during this time is uniquely challenging. Lockdown restrictions impacting who and who can't visit your family, changed access to medical care, and the looming questions about what the future holds are all concerns that new parents are having to face. For information on how new parents can protect their mental health and wellbeing during this time, head to bb.org.au/2ENJIZA.

24.01.2022 I have always enjoyed hiking around Northern Sydney where I live. It’s a wonderful way to stay well, and I get to take in nature’s beauty. So, naturally Coastrek was something I wanted to participate in. Not only is it for a great cause, but I also get to challenge myself and lead my team to do the same. It’s about having fun together and enjoying the journey, no matter how hard it gets. The accomplishment of participating in a wonderful event for a great cause and believing... in myself and my team has been so rewarding. Beyond Blue works to improve the lives of individuals, families and communities affected by anxiety, depression and suicide, which is so important, especially over this past year. I am so proud to be raising funds and awareness through my Coastrek journey. I am really looking forward to my third Coastrek today, to share my experience and inspire my team to have fun and enjoy every minute of it! Jacqui (left) is the team captain of one of our Sydney Coastrek Series 100 Super Fundraiser teams, The Digital Doers, who have raised $4,523 for Beyond Blue's 24/7 Support Service. We'd like to thank all our amazing trekkers walking for mental health today. Stay tuned to our Instagram Stories for more of today’s action! Wild Women On Top #Coastrek #Coastrek2020 #walkingformentalhealth

20.01.2022 Australia Post and Beyond Blue have formed a national partnership to help people in Australia stay mentally well and build stronger, more connected communities. Now more than ever, maintaining connections to others and the world around us is important for our mental and physical wellbeing, because when we connect we feel better. To mark the beginning of Mental Health Month, Australia Post has created a special stamp release titled, ‘When we connect, we feel better’ launching today. Bought in a pack of two, the sender simply uses one stamp to post the letter and includes the second in the envelope so the recipient can easily write back. The specially marked stamps are available in store at participating Post Offices and online. To learn more about our work with Australia Post, visit auspost.com/mentalhealth.

19.01.2022 In coinciding with World Suicide Prevention Day, the key message for this year's R U OK Day is 'There's more to say after R U OK?' Today and on any other day, you can keep the conversation going when you check in with friends or loved ones. By knowing what to say, you can help someone feel supported and encourage them to access appropriate help, which can make a really positive difference to their life. You don't have to be an expert to keep the conversation going. Visit ruok.org.au/how-to-ask to learn about some simple steps you can follow that could change someone's life.

19.01.2022 "Actually reaching out to people helps. So many people have stepped up and helped me along the way. And I think if I had known that at 19, I think that experience would have been very different. And I can see that reaching out is both a good idea and a necessity in order to be well." This post contains video content that might be distressing for some viewers. It features a real story about suicide. Each day in Australia, more than eight people die by suicide. Today, we’re sha...ring the story of Natalie, who found a way through. When Natalie first experienced depression and suicidal thoughts at the age of 15, she didn’t understand what was happening to her and felt overwhelmed and lonely. Getting support helped her understand her depression and move through these suicidal thoughts and feelings. For those of us worried someone we know is thinking about suicide, Natalie's story reminds us that asking them about it directly could be a life-changing conversation. If someone tells you they’re thinking about suicide, just be there for them: listen to them without judgement, validate how they’re feeling, reassure them that the pain can pass, and connect them with support. You don’t have to be an expert to make a difference learn more at bb.org.au/3kdFCIH. If you’re feeling distressed or overwhelmed, our mental health professionals are available 24/7 on 1300 22 4636 or at beyondblue.org.au/getsupport for email (responses within 24 hours). For immediate support call Lifeline on 13 11 14 and in an emergency, always call triple zero (000).

19.01.2022 This year, almost 3,000 Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne Coastrekkers walked for mental health, and today we celebrate their incredible fundraising total of $1,271,170. Today, we're sharing the Coastrek journey of Tessa and her team 'Just Be Cause', who walked 30 kilometres from Rainbow Beach to Double Island Point and back. She told us why walking for mental health was so important to her and her team. I was diagnosed with a mental health issue at 18 years old. It was a condi...tion no one spoke about and there was a huge amount of stigma that came with it. I have been on medication for much of the time since. I now have a 12 year-old daughter and 14 year-old son, and we have an agreement in our house to be honest when we are having a ‘flat’ day. It took me until my 40’s to be honest with myself and others that this is with me for life. It took a huge weight off my shoulders. Leading up to the Coastrek event, a young man I know took his own life. I kept him and his parents in my thoughts that day as we walked. It wasn’t just for me it was for all those who struggle daily, and for all those who have struggled during COVID. Just Be Cause reflected on some of their Coastrek highlights: Just walking and talking. The laughs, the time away from our daily lives, girl time! Sitting together after our walk and laughing at each other’s silly aches and pains. Meeting interesting people along the way, including a young man from Dubbo who walked with us from Double Island Point back to Rainbow Beach and had dinner with us! And, of course, we met the Editor of the local paper. Beyond Blue and the Coastrek team at Wild Women On Top say thank you to every Coastrekker who has walked for mental health in 2020. We have been honoured to share in your stories and have been inspired by your resilience. Your support has made an immense positive impact on the lives of people living in Australia affected by anxiety, depression and suicide. To register your interest for Coastrek 2021, you can visit coastrek.com.au. We hope to see you next year!

18.01.2022 The NRL’s Wests Tigers will be holding their annual Beyond Blue Cup match this Thursday 10 September against the South Sydney Rabbitohs. Together, we’re encouraging those across sporting communities to think about what role they can play to be there for their family and friends. In this video, Wests Tigers players Chris, Harry, Sam and Jacob share how they look, ask, listen and support their teammates. For more information about the Beyond Blue Cup, visit bb.org.au/2Gv4WMc.

18.01.2022 The COVID-19 outbreak has naturally had an impact on some people's family life and relationships. With many families across Australia having juggled working and learning from home, many will have likely felt the strain at some point. On the other hand, time spent living under the same roof offers the opportunity to repair distant or strained relationships between loved ones. Here, Samantha speaks to her relationship with her son, and how they reconnected during lockdown. Read Samantha's full story at bb.org.au/2G0gjMx.

18.01.2022 "I want you to live. I want you to know that you're not alone and that you being here is going to be so much more powerful than you not being here. Many of us care about you and we love you. Even if we haven't met you yet." This post contains video content that might be distressing for some viewers. It features a real story about suicide. Each day in Australia, more than eight people die by suicide. Today, we’re sharing the story of Leilani, who found a way through. Leilani f...irst experienced suicidal thoughts and feelings when she was just ten. Asking for help was a big turning point and she uses her experience to help Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people find a way through suicidal thoughts and feel strong again. For those of us worried someone we know is thinking about suicide, Leilani's story reminds us that asking them about it directly could be a life-changing conversation. If someone tells you they’re thinking about suicide, just be there for them: listen to them without judgement, validate how they’re feeling, reassure them that the pain can pass, and connect them with support. You don’t have to be an expert to make a difference learn more at bb.org.au/38TqRc3. If you’re feeling distressed or overwhelmed, our mental health professionals are available 24/7 on 1300 22 4636 or at beyondblue.org.au/getsupport for email (responses within 24 hours). For immediate support call Lifeline on 13 11 14 and in an emergency, always call triple zero (000).

14.01.2022 We’re delighted to announce that our first-ever podcast series has been nominated for an award at this year’s Australian Podcast Awards! Our listeners can support Beyond Blue by voting for ‘Not Alone’ in the Listeners’ Choice award. To make your vote count, visit bit.ly/3eMsDg1 and search for ‘Beyond Blue: Not Alone’. Voting closes at 5pm AEST today. You can find and listen to all episodes from the first season of ‘Not Alone’, at bb.org.au/2UB8wrZ.

14.01.2022 We’re so proud to be even a small part of the bigger picture and have loved every part of this journey from the fundraising, to raising awareness for mental health, to training with the team. We’ve had a whole lot of fun and made memories. Team Nobility are just one of so many teams that have challenged themselves in participating in our first-ever Virtual Coastrek for Sydney and Brisbane. Raising over $1.1 million for the Beyond Blue Support Service, our Coastrek partic...ipants have also helped raise awareness around mental health in Australia encouraging people to get active, start conversations and seek support when they need it. If this year has taught us anything, it’s that we’re all in this together. Congratulations to our Sydney and Brisbane teams for a fun and successful Event Day, and all the best to our Melbourne Coastrekkers who will bring us home to celebrate Final Tally Day later this year. From the Coastrek team at Beyond Blue and Wild Women On Top, we'd like to thank all of our Coastrekkers for participating in Virtual Coastrek this year. You can donate to our Coastrek teams and follow their fundraising journey at bit.ly/3awqK53.

14.01.2022 The AFL’s Hawthorn Football Club will be holding their annual 15th Beyond Blue Cup match this Sunday 20 September against the Gold Coast Suns. Together, we’re encouraging those across sporting communities to think about what role they can play to be there for their family and friends. In the lead-up to the Beyond Blue Cup match in their respective sporting codes, Hawthorn’s Jonathon Patton caught up with NRL’s Wests Tigers player Chris Lawrence to discuss the importance of sparking meaningful conversation about mental health with their teammates. To watch the full video and learn more about the Beyond Blue Cup, visit bb.org.au/3mgJOK5.

14.01.2022 This post contains video content that might be distressing for some viewers. It features real people’s stories about suicide. Each day in Australia, more than eight people die by suicide. Today on #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, we’re sharing the stories of eight people who found a way through. These stories offer a message of hope to anyone finding it difficult to cope showing that suicidal thoughts can pass and that seeking support is a crucial step towards recovery. For thos...e of us worried someone we know is thinking about suicide, these stories remind us that asking them about it directly could be a life-changing conversation. If someone tells you they’re thinking about suicide, just be there for them: listen to them without judgement, validate how they’re feeling, reassure them that the pain can pass, and connect them with support. You don’t have to be an expert to make a difference learn more at bb.org.au/3m57roM. If you’re feeling distressed or overwhelmed, our mental health professionals are available 24/7 on 1300 22 4636 or at beyondblue.org.au/getsupport for email (responses within 24 hours). For immediate support call Lifeline on 13 11 14 and in an emergency, always call triple zero (000). Keep an eye out on our social media channels over the next few weeks, as we take a closer look at each of the stories featured in this video.

13.01.2022 It's normal and appropriate if you’re feeling unsettled during this strange time. Although the COVID-19 outbreak has created many challenges and uncertainty, it's important to know where and how to find comfort when things feel overwhelming. Our online forums are a safe place for our communities to discuss personal reflections, concerns, questions and comments around a certain subject or theme. We've published a selection of quotes from our online forums that demonstrate how our community members have found comfort during unsettling times, and specifically from our forums themselves. Read more at bb.org.au/2Eh569q.

12.01.2022 This week is Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Awareness (PANDA) Week. It’s a time to speak openly and honestly about the unique challenges that new and expecting parents face, whether they're in your home, community or workplace. During pregnancy and the year following the birth of a baby, parents are at a heightened risk of experiencing a mental health condition. One in six mothers will experience postnatal depression, and one in ten fathers will be similarly affected. This ...year has been particularly challenging for new and expecting parents around Australia, with fluctuating restrictions impacting their experience and limiting face-to-face support. We’re encouraging all parents and families to learn more and reach out for any level of support they need. For more information, check out our range of resources below including our mental health checklists for mums and dads.

12.01.2022 As the COVID-19 outbreak continues to impact Australia’s economy and job market, it’s becoming increasingly clear that the pandemic is presenting many people with significant financial challenges. Here, we talk to Laura Higgins, head of moneysmart.gov.au, about how financial wellbeing and mental health are closely linked. Read more on why getting on top of your finances is so important for your mental wellbeing: bb.org.au/3c0fZZE. For practical financial tools, advice and resources visit: bit.ly/3mqHa4v. Alternatively, if you'd like to speak with a financial counsellor who can offer advice over the phone or put you in touch with another free counselling service to suit your needs, you can call the National Debt Helpline on 1800 007 007.

11.01.2022 We want to assure everyone in Victoria: no matter how the pandemic is affecting you, we're here to support you. You don't need to be in crisis to seek support the Coronavirus Mental Wellbeing Support Service is available to everyone, no matter your situation. Our trained counsellors are ready right now to talk it through with you. Visit the Coronavirus Mental Wellbeing Support Service at bb.org.au/3jLj16B, or call 1800 512 348 to get support now.

11.01.2022 "The most effective resource for me has been to reduce the loaded layer of judgement I put on myself when my anxiety shows up." Camilla has lived with high levels of anxiety on and off since her early teenage years and into adult life. Camilla's mental health journey has prepared her to cope with the challenges brought about during difficult periods like the COVID-19 outbreak. Here, Camilla shares her story and the toolbox of techniques that she dips into when she begins to feel anxious. You can read Camilla's full story at bb.org.au/2RzseTu.

10.01.2022 We’ve launched a free online training course to give business advisers the confidence and tools to support the mental health of small business owners. ‘Mental wellbeing: support yourself and small businesses’ is a free, four-part online learning course that ensures you understand mental health, you can recognise stressors within the workplace and are able to check in and support yourself and others. It can be hard to know how to help small business owners with their mental he...alth and wellbeing, while also looking after yourself. Our free online training course is designed to help improve the mental health literacy of small business advisers, who are often the first to notice that small business owners are finding it hard to cope. The course is now available at bb.org.au/3cErq9s, and was made possible through the in-kind production support and expertise of our Supporting Partner Xero.

10.01.2022 Due to employment and financial insecurity caused by the COVID-19 outbreak, many people living in Australia are living with financial stress. As financial wellbeing and mental health are so closely connected, it’s unsurprising that many are feeling the strain in some way. You can read about how Michelle’s financial situation is impacting her mental health and what she’s doing to cope: bb.org.au/3355WhH. If you'd like to speak with a financial counsellor who can offer advice over the phone or put you in touch with another free counselling service to suit your needs, you can call the National Debt Helpline on 1800 007 007.

10.01.2022 We’ve released some mental health information in languages other than English, to help more people in Australia understand how to find support and feel comfortable talking about their thoughts and feelings. We’re asking for your help to share these new resources with members of multicultural communities. To find more resources and information in a range of languages other than English, you can visit bb.org.au/2RwcsZC. For free translation support of any Coronavirus Mental Wellbeing Support Service resources, call the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS) on 131 450 and ask for the Beyond Blue helpline.

10.01.2022 It's normal and appropriate if you’re feeling anxious or worried during this strange time. Stress is a natural and adaptive response to the unstable nature of the COVID-19 outbreak and the challenges it brings. However, it’s important to be aware of our stress response so that we don't let it overwhelm us. Even short moments of finding our internal calm will be beneficial to our mental health and wellbeing. For more on how to create a mindset that feels safe to tap into whenever you're feeling overwhelmed, head to bb.org.au/324ZCrh.

10.01.2022 We’ve developed resources to help Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people cope with the coronavirus outbreak. Life won’t be the same until the virus is under control, but with the right information and a sensible approach, the road ahead can be easier and less stressful. Now more than ever, it’s important to be eating a healthy diet and exercising the mind and body to ensure our mental health and wellbeing is being looked after. Head to bb.org.au/35NVQFc for tips on how Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people can stay healthy and strong during the COVID-19 outbreak.

09.01.2022 The AFL’s Hawthorn Football Club will kick off their 15th annual Beyond Blue Cup match this afternoon against the Gold Coast Suns. Together, we’re encouraging everyone across sporting communities, big or small, to take initiative by looking out for their friends and family on and off the field. By thinking about what role we can play to be there for the people around us, our sporting communities are helping us to promote the importance of having open communication around mental health. When we look, ask, listen and support each other, we can all take on the role of being good mental health teammates. For more information on how you can look out for your mates, visit: bb.org.au/3c7t5Ez.

08.01.2022 Today marks the beginning of NAIDOC Week 2020! It's a significant time to celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, histories and achievements. It's also an opportunity for everyone in Australia to reflect on and make a priority the social and emotional wellbeing of Indigenous Australians. Whilst the week is usually celebrated in July, the organising committee made the unprecedented decision to move the official NAIDOC week celebrations to November, to pro...tect elders and those in the community with chronic health issues, from the impacts of COVID. This year’s theme - Always Was, Always Will Be - recognises that First Nations people have occupied and cared for this continent for over 65,000 years. Beyond Blue, like many other organisations, is proud to celebrate NAIDOC Week in both July and November. This year, things look a little different but we’re finding new ways to connect and reflect with a range of COVID-safe activities including a virtual film viewing party, hearing from virtual guest speakers and attending online cultural events. To learn more about upcoming NAIDOC events, visit bit.ly/38gSSKk. How are you celebrating #NAIDOC2020? #alwayswasalwayswillbe

08.01.2022 "I’ve learned a lot about my resilience and my ability to figure out alternatives when things don't go as planned, or when the person I care for and I can't access the services we need. I’ve also learned new strategies for managing my mental health through online courses and online-based supports." Here, Jessica shares her thoughts on what she has learned during her period of isolation while being a carer, how she believes the easing of restrictions will affect her, and what she hopes life after the COVID-19 outbreak will look like. You can read Jessica's full story at bb.org.au/3mxHy1o.

08.01.2022 "There’s nothing to lose in just picking up the phone and making that call." Financial Counselling Australia’s chief executive Fiona Guthrie is passionate about helping people overcome financial difficulty. Here, Fiona talks to us about ‘good’ money management and introduces the idea of financial counselling - who it can help, when it might be called on, how you can access it and what to expect when you do. Read more at bb.org.au/36psqgX. If you'd like to speak with a financial counsellor who can offer advice over the phone or put you in touch with another free counselling service to suit your needs, you can call the National Debt Helpline on 1800 007 007.

08.01.2022 Together with ReachOut.com Australia, we’re sharing tips and advice from young people to help others cope during COVID-19. Lockdown restrictions across Australia have proven to be isolating for many. Hear from these young people on how they're coping with loneliness and uncertainty, and get some tips on how you can manage your wellbeing through it all. Find more ReachOut content about coping during COVID-19 at bit.ly/2KoYj02.

04.01.2022 With lockdown restrictions now easing around Australia, many businesses are beginning or planning to reopen their communal workspaces. Although some of us might feel excited about the idea of returning to the communal workspace, it can be natural for others to feel uncertain or apprehensive about this idea. For tips on how you can manage back-to-work anxiety, head to bb.org.au/3oVn9nX.

04.01.2022 We've published a selection of tips from our online forums, where our community have shared ideas on how they get a good night’s sleep. Quality of sleep is important to consider all year round, but particularly at the moment while we’re still living with a degree of uncertainty due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Head bb.org.au/2UaXOIk for more from our community and their tips for a good night's sleep.

03.01.2022 We recently reached out to our Blue Voices community to ask what messages of support they would offer to anyone experiencing an impact on their mental health due to financial hardship. Find out what our community had to say at bb.org.au/3ca6Rl6. Support is available to help ease some of the mental load brought about by financial worries. For practical financial tools, advice and resources visit: bit.ly/3mqHa4v. Alternatively, if you'd like to speak with a financial counsellor who can offer advice over the phone or put you in touch with another free counselling service to suit your needs, you can call the National Debt Helpline on 1800 007 007.

02.01.2022 Children tend to adapt well to change. However, during this challenging time, it’s worth paying extra attention to your child’s mental health and wellbeing. One way to go about this involves mindfulness, as studies show its practice in young people improves self-awareness and the ability to regulate emotions. For more information on how to support children's wellbeing with mindfulness, head to bb.org.au/3hgOdce.

02.01.2022 For the last fifteen years, PANDA has designated a week in November to raise awareness about perinatal mental health conditions, and to reduce stigma so those affected can seek help. This year, it's more important than ever that expecting and new parents who are finding it difficult to cope know they’re not alone. It's especially important that when these parents and families reach out for help, they know that support is there from the people around them. This week, PANDA is sharing stories and crucial information to show that perinatal mental health conditions are complex and every person’s experience is different. We're encouraging all parents and families to learn more and reach out for any level of support they need.