Kris O’Brien | Public figure
Kris O’Brien
Phone: +61 1800 011 046
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25.01.2022 Day 3 Tour de kids update: Another 26k’s done. 0 Bugs swallowed and I’m pretty sure Marvin the magpie (yes I’ve named my nemisis) has begun psychological warfare. He began swooping a small child as he looked me in the eyes just to show that he could. More updates coming soon
24.01.2022 Coming into the home stretch of Tour de Kids. Added another 31k’s this morning. Marvin has upped his game and recruited my housemate to pounce when I’m stopping in a ‘safe’ place for a selfie ... Marvin 4 Obi 0
23.01.2022 Using creative expression through art can be an extremely beneficial practice, promoting mindfulness and thoughtfulness is something I find beneficial and strongly resonate with. Through art, we can analyze how we are feeling and begin to separate and express these things through our own means of expression. Some thoughts to explore. ... Have you got a creative outlet? How does that benefit your mental health?
23.01.2022 Sat down to do some work in the sun and found this little fella hiding in the backyard. If you’re interested in getting involved in a bear hunt don’t wait until they are all found and check out Melbourne Legacy
21.01.2022 With the release of the Inspector Generals Australian Defence Force (IGADF) Afghanistan Inquiry it is important to know that support services are available to t...hose affected by the Inquiry whether they are current or former serving Australian Defence Force personnel or their families. Assistance is a call away or check out resources at: https://www.dva.gov.au/igadf-afghanistan-inquiry-welfare-su
21.01.2022 We live in a time where mental health is the most prevalent it ever has been. Learning something that can give you the tools to recognize and potentially help someone in need is extremely important. It's only 60 minutes and it's free! Register on the link below. :)
20.01.2022 At Safe Zone Support our specialised counsellors, with an understanding of military culture, are here to listen and help. They don’t need to know your name. It...’s anonymous, available 24/7 and calls are not recorded. Call 1800 142 072 : Defence Australia
20.01.2022 What a morning! 25k’s in the Marvin played it extremely well today and waited until I thought I was safe before dive bombing me after a relaxed weekend with the fam. Well played Marvin. Marvin 3 Obi 0
20.01.2022 With everything that's happening at the moment if you or anyone you know requires support don't hesitate to reach out and encourage others to as well. We're all in this together!
19.01.2022 One of the most important things I've learnt is how your mindset affects your mental health. One of my favourite quotes from Patrick Rothfuss I think sums it up perfectly is this; 'Everyone tells a story about themselves inside their own head. Always. That story makes you what you are. We build ourselves out of that story.' ... What is the story that you are telling yourself now and is it helping you be who you want to be? If not, you have the power to change your narrative.
17.01.2022 The 2020 Napier Waller Art Prize is open for voting. The prize is open to former and current serving personnel. Have a look at this years entries and you can put a vote in for your favourite piece to be displayed at the Australian War Memorial later in the year.
16.01.2022 Veterans Health week in full swing! Check around your local areas to get involved
14.01.2022 Today the Victorian Community Engagement Team had the opportunity to spend some time learning about Path Of The Horse from the Founder and Director Dean Mighell. Path of the Horse is a program that practices Equine Psychotherapy to support many groups in the community including veterans and their families. I’m a big believer in mindfulness practice and it was great to have some time to learn from Dean about how this is used in the program, spend some time with some amazing... animals while learning how we can better support different recovery methods. If you are interested in learning more please don’t hesitate to reach out or visit; www.pathofthehorse.com.au
14.01.2022 Tour de Kids update: 30k’s down today enjoying the sunshine by the river. Marvin was suspiciously not present in his usual spot but he’s entitled to a day off in such lovely weather. The score still stands at Marvin 3 and Obi 0 stay tuned for some more exciting cycle updates.
14.01.2022 2020 Seems like the never-ending rollercoaster right now with everything that is going on. If there's one thing that this year has taught me is how important it is to engage and maintain the positive supports in your life. Everyone struggles at one point or another, not everyone will understand and that's okay, one of the strongest supports we have is reaching out and staying connected. Check-in on your mates, pick up the phone and call the person you've been meaning to, an...d stay connected. If you need to talk there's always someone willing to listen. Open Arms - 1800 011 046 Lifeline - 13 11 14 Safe Zone (Free Anonymous Counselling) - 1800 142 072 #StrongerTogether #OpenArmsSupport
12.01.2022 Being able to take a few moments and change your perspective is something we can all benefit from. One of the ways I stumbled across this was photography. In this case, using the drone to see something from a different view.
10.01.2022 What better way to get rid of some extra iso kg’s, improve our fitness and practice what we preach than to support a great cause Starlight Children's Foundation Australia with a team of legends Bree Till, Sarah Watson and I will be cycling the k’s away (500 for Bree and I, 1000 for our super woman Sarah) for the Open Arms team in Tour de Kids. Get ready for some killer fitness inspo posts throughout September and if you’re inclined join in! Any support is greatly appreciated... #tourdekids #fitspo https://tourdekids.org.au/kris-obrien
10.01.2022 It's coming towards the end of Tour de Kids! If you can please jump on and add a donation to show some support! Donations are currently being matched dollar for dollar! It's a great cause and tax-deductible https://tourdekids.org.au/kris-obrien
10.01.2022 Anyone around the Geelong region interested in getting involved in some information and fitness sessions reach out to the Torquay RSL.
10.01.2022 If you or anyone you know are interested and eligible don't hesitate to reach out.
09.01.2022 500km’s in September complete for Starlight Children's Foundation Australia. Thank you all for your donations and support and a huge shout out to an amazing team! Thank you Sarah Watson, Bree Till and Sam for coming onboard, fundraising like legends and keeping me motivated! ... Safe to say Marvin won the spring time swooping and I’ll be looking forward to some more rides over the summer!
08.01.2022 Happy Sunday! If you’re interested in learning more about mental health or about different factors that can be an influence I’ve put some research and information into a blog. If you’ve got any questions don’t hesitate to reach out! ... https://theworldspunmadlyon.com//07/03/how-do-i-find-purp/
07.01.2022 Cycling update. Changed routes to keep Marvin guessing. Hills are bad but views are good! Another 28k’s in the bank
06.01.2022 With the restrictions continuing to ease in Victoria. I'm looking forward to getting out more and enjoying where I live! The lockdown has been tough for everyone especially those in the Melbourne area remember to check in on your mates and get out and enjoy some nature!
06.01.2022 Hello, it's me! You might be expecting another post about my amazing mighty duck's hat, while you're bound to be pleasantly surprised that I am in fact wearing my hat, this post is about the Bravery trek by Bravery Trust. Over the past month, a team from Open Arms Victoria including myself has been taking part and fundraising for veterans in need in the form of a digital kokoda march. ... To finish my trek I completed my last kilometers close to home on the Great Ocean Walk - the world's largest war memorial built by returned soldiers between 1919 and 1932 dedicated to those who lost their lives in World War 1. If you would like to donate to this great cause please follow the link below! https://braverytrek.com.au/kristopher-obrien
06.01.2022 With everything that’s happening at the moment it’s a great time to work on our resilience. A shift in perspective can change everything. If you’ve got the time give this a watch; https://youtu.be/NWH8N-BvhAw
05.01.2022 . Over the last few months, my routine has taken some solid hits, I went from travelling around the country working in disaster relief to being isolated without the ability to do things that I would normally do to maintain my mental health, it was definitely an adjustment. With the restrictions starting to lift and everything changing again I thought I’d share some thoughts on why I set a routine and tips to get started in building the consistency up again. Having a r...Continue reading
05.01.2022 Those that gave their today for our tomorrow. We will remember. Lest we forget.
04.01.2022 What you see depends not only on what you look at, but also where you’re looking from. How different are our perspectives from where they could be?
04.01.2022 It’s Men’s Health Week. This week focuses on health issues directly impacting men and boys, including intentional self-harm. It’s an opportunity to consider wha...t can be done to create positive environments in men's and boy's lives, and recognise that by taking small steps, we can make a big difference. If you, or someone you know in the veteran community, needs support we’re here 24/7 on 1800 011 046. #MensHealthWeek #StrongerTogether #OpenArmsSupport
03.01.2022 Some great tips from a great human. Let’s make everyday a day for mental health awareness. Communication is key there’s always opportunity to check in on your mates and loved ones.
02.01.2022 We all chase moments of peace - Some find these in nature, art, music, or other places. It doesn’t matter where these moments are found, just that they are.
02.01.2022 26k’s down, 3 bugs swallowed and two magpie swooping incidents for Starlight Children's Foundation Australia. Cycling ain’t so bad with views like this!
02.01.2022 #Check5 Reach out to five mates, check in on them. Have a genuine, meaningful conversation. It's the small things that are important, taking the time to listen and support others can make the world of difference. ... Encourage others to do the same and if you're comfortable add a photo with #Check5 #Squaredaway #CheckYourMates
