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23.01.2022 This very raw and amazing story of a changed man. Here this father shares how the pain of learning of his young sons being severely abused in every way possible by their stepfather, while out of his care left him feeling helpless and led him down a very dark path. Here he shares how he learned to forgive himself for his mistakes, let go of anger and how he found HOPE. Craig Humble you are a total inspiration. Thankyou for bravely sharing your story to help others in our community know that they are not alone.

23.01.2022 Finding JOY through adversity We all found joy this week at Stories of HOPE Australia’s event listening to the stories of these two phenomenal people who despite walking through the worst adversity in life still possess an attitude of great gratitude. Stories of HOPE change lives Dean Clifford ... #people #events #stories #resilience #life #hope #storiesofhopeaustralia

22.01.2022 Writing a book had only ever been a dream for me up until two years ago. The feeling of achieving a life long dream is incredible. Especially doing it with a team of such amazing people who have been some of are my Stories of HOPE speakers. I wanted to put hope into words. To bring HOPE to those who needed it the most. ... When you read a story of hope it changes your current circumstance. It makes you realise that if others have made it through, you can also. A story of hope let’s causes you to know ‘you are not alone’. www.storiesofhope.com.au #writer #speaker #survivor #books #publishing https://lnkd.in/gn-Mpgd

20.01.2022 This month at Stories of HOPE One women will bravely share her journey of rock bottom after #alcoholism and domestic violence nearly cost her her life. Hear how she recovered and the amazing path of hope she is walking today. And ... One man’s journey of living life with #EB. EB has been labelled the worst disease ever. A disease so rare that he is just one in a thousand here in Australia to have been born with this rare genetic condition . Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) is a rare disease whereby the skin blisters and peels at the slightest touch. Living with EB has been likened to living with third degree burns. It is very painful, and sufferers must be bandaged every day with dressings to protect and medicate their wounds. Deans story will encourage anyone living with an illness. Both these people will astound you with their courage and positive attitude towards life along with their desire to help others who are experiencing hard times find healing and HOPE. We will have prizes thanks to our sponsors Sands Tavern Zen Den Float & Wellness IGA Marketplace Wises Rd Spinners Bar & Bowl Caloundra Beach Road Coffee Co. Megan Gill Photography. Food also RSVP a must by clicking GOING #addiction #alcholic #DV #illness #hope

17.01.2022 Im really looking forward to presenting ‘Stories of HOPE Australia’ ‘MEN TALK’ at Maleny on 3rd February. Seven Australian men lose their life to suicide per day. For many different reasons emotions can spiral quickly. Our two speakers local cafe owner Craig Humble and founder of the eating disorder clinic #EndED Mark Forbes know only too well the pressures men face whilst trying to maintain their roles as husbands, fathers, friends, protectors and providers. ... Both these fathers have been through significant challenges in their own lives and also have an amazing Story of HOPE to share for anyone listening. On the night they will share not only their stories of overcoming tragedy and difficult times but also the strategies they continue to use to maintain a mentally healthy life. Women also welcome. Stories change lives ‘Together is better, don’t do life alone’. https://fb.me/e/gbxjd1gFs Sponsored by the ‘Blackall Range Suicide Prevention Group’.

15.01.2022 https://youtu.be/NcwyAq-qZlk

14.01.2022 Stories of lived experience changes lives. At Stories of HOPE Australia, our speakers bravely bear their scars so that others will know that they too can find healing

14.01.2022 AND THE WINNER IS Kellie Harriden Thankyou to our monthly sponsor Zen Den Float & Wellness. Zen Den is now a recently refurbished full day spa. Each month the owners Brad and Bec who are passionate about #mentalhealth generously donate a float so one of our event winners can spend some time unwinding from the pressures of life.

14.01.2022 This month I can now reveal who one of our speakers is for this month, and his story is amazing Dean Clifford. He will be interviewed on the night by Matt Collins of Coffee Chats with Matt Collins. We will also hear the story of a female DV survivor and her journey through alcoholism, where it took her and how she found HOPE. ... Thankyou to all who have RSVP’d so far. We can now have up to 65 people but be quick as this last event of the year will be something special. Prizes and food (free entry) Books will be on sale. MUST click GOING to register https://fb.me/e/2VgfOzPLC

12.01.2022 This is going to be such a great event as some of our former speakers/authors come back to be interviewed by local journalist Matt Collins. This photo was taken at our book launch in March and already the world was reeling as Covid spread throughout the globe. One week later we all went into lockdown. Hear how some of Australia’s most resilient people coped and the strategies they relied on not only to help them through uncharted times but also to propel them into an even greater purpose and direction than before. #storiesofhopeaustralia #stories #life #Covid19 #resiliência #hope

11.01.2022 Stories of HOPE Australia are hosting a Men Talk @ Maleny FREE event on Wednesday 3 February at the Maleny Community Centre. Kerrie Atherton from Stories of HOPE Worldwide will be the MC, and Craig Humble and Mark Forbes founder of #endED from the #SunshineCoast will share their stories and talk about what’s worked for their well-being. Information will also be shared on how to recognise the signs of someone having thoughts of suicide and how to respond. Register here for this FREE event - https://events.humanitix.com/men-talk-stories-of-hope-maleny

10.01.2022 Looking forward to seeing you all tommorow night for what will be a very inspirational night. If you have clicked going and cannot make it could you kindly let me know ASAP as we have a waiting list. If anyone would like to join us for dinner the bistro is open at Sands Tavern at 5.30. Please book

10.01.2022 A FEW SEATS LEFT It’s a busy time of the year but often a hard times for many people and no better time to come along to Stories of HOPE Australia free #sunshinecoast #community #event and get some inspiration to help you close the year well. ... Don’t miss out on our last and very special event for the year where we will hear from the 30 year old Dean born the ‘Cotton Wool Baby’ and a brave female #DV Survivor and reformed alcoholic. This event is sure to bring you encouragement and HOPE for your own lives no matter what you are gojng through. To RSVP click GOING. Bring a friend https://fb.me/e/2VgfOzPLC

08.01.2022 The worldwide MMA/boxing trainer who is bringing hope and changing lives Rich Fogarty MMA #mma #boxingcoach #realtalk #life #inspiration #survivor #stories #hope #worldwide https://livemanaworldwide.org/stories-of-hope-worldwide-w-/

08.01.2022 When COVID hit all of a sudden I couldn’t gather the people together anymore to hear the stories of HOPE of our locals. Fortunately we are now back gathering together again and this month we can have 65 people in the room. What did happen over those long few months where so many of us lost momentum, was I met a lot of new people from around the world and so Stories of HOPE WORLDWIDE is soon to be launched. These will be a series of online events. ... In the meantime please join us at the Sands Tavern for our next local HOPE event on Tuesday 24th November where we will hear the stories of bravery of two everyday people who have overcome some of the hardest things in life and are living and breathing hope. https://fb.me/e/2VgfOzPLC

07.01.2022 On 3rd February at Maleny Community Centre, these two local legends Mark Forbes and Craig Humble will share about the issues they have faced not only as men but as fathers, husbands and their own journeys to keep mentally well amidst hard times in their lives. Also discussed on the night will be strategies to help those you care about struggling with suicide. To register for this FREE event Please click GOING https://fb.me/e/gbxjd1gFs #hope #inspiration #men

07.01.2022 Our October speaker Jordan Meads shares how he made it from a troubled childhood all the way to the ‘World Cup 2021’ and about the difficult journey inbetween. Hear his incredible story of HOPE.

06.01.2022 Looking forward to seeing everyone tonight. Please note we have a registration desk with a list of those who have clicked going. BOOKS FOR SALE Our Stories of HOPE Australia ... VOL 1 and 2 will be a special price tonight. $20 for one or two for $35 Also if ORDERED today through messenger we will honour this price for all. See more

06.01.2022 Sharing this inspirational clip that one of our former speakers Luke Bourne put together of his amazing journey through his fight against the words rarest cancer. When I met Luke he was in the early stages of recovery and still faced many setbacks but was hopeful and optimistic for his recovery. He had such a wonderful message to share with the world about learning self love. So much so that I asked him to share at our Stories of HOPE event. His attitude towards life combin...ed with his story touched so many people and he continues to inspire everyone he meets bringing encouragement to anyone who thinks they are facing a difficult situation. I am honoured to have Luke’s story written in his own words as one of the twelve stories in my first book ‘Stories of HOPE Australia, Everyday People Extraordinary Stories’. Luke is an exceptional speaker and an equally wonderful human with a very powerful message of HOPE. Please watch this amazing clip.

06.01.2022 Living with survivors guilt for years this amazing women learnt how to finally forgive herself from the torment of the past. It was after working with two Vietnam Veterans in her role as a psychiatrist that her life was so inspired and changed forever and she finally found the healing she had longed for.

04.01.2022 HOPE Last night a large group of community minded people gathered together at our last live event for the year to give and receive hope. There was such a wonderful feeling in the room, laughter and tears and so much gratitude and HOPE was found by everyone as they listened with empathy to two of the bravest people ever. The speakers also feeling so uplifted as they shared their purpose for living. ... Giving something away for nothing and seeing peoples lives change each month in the process truly is the one of the greatest feelings ever. #stories #wellbeing #events #speakers #gratitude #recovery #addiction #mentalhealth #hope

04.01.2022 My STORY OF HOPE I would have to say the greatest achievement in my life as been remaining sober every day of the past 38 years. It’s something that I can truly stand and say to the person battling addiction ‘it is possible’. I am living proof. When I first walked into the 12 step rooms of recovery, I couldn’t fathom a life without alcohol or pills. I used to reach for a drink just to socialise let alone when life got hard and I wanted to erase trauma. ... Some days it’s still hard. There were many dreams I had back then of one day achieving but my life was destroyed by the disease of alcoholism. My life took a turn I never imagined. Regardless - I have had the privilege of mentoring and counseling so many people from all walks of life. I have seen them at their lowest point and had the joy of seeing them get better. Amongst those who lost everything have been doctors, politicians, scientists, pilots, CEO’s, Mums, dads, and then those who ended up homeless and totally physically mentally and spiritually bankrupt. Other than bringing life into this world, Nothing in life is greater than watching someone on the brink of hopelessness find HOPE. ‘One day at a time it is possible’ #mentalhealth #addictions #therapist #loss #suicideprevention #recovery #health #humanity #hope

03.01.2022 This will be a great night of uplifting for men and the women who want some strategies to support the #men in their life. Starting with pizza at 5pm then a panel at 6pm. Speakers Craig Humble and Mark Forbes will share how they have overcome the very difficult times in their lives and the strategies which have helped them get through all aspects of life and sustain their #mentalhealth. https://fb.me/e/gbxjd1gFs... Sponsored by Blackall Range Suicide Support Group

03.01.2022 Thankyou sincerely Kelly Maree Author for bravely sharing your story of loss and trauma for the first time ever on stage with us all at Stories of HOPE Australia tonight and how finding your purpose in the midst of Covid lead you to finding your life again. You are a true inspiration in every way and especially to all those families who have experienced the trauma and grief of losing a baby.

03.01.2022 In my latest article, I share about the power of #inclusion and the huge impact it made in the life of EB survivor Dean Clifford. When Dean spoke at our November Stories of HOPE event, he mentioned that former Brisbane Broncos players Shane Webcke and Brad Thorn had given him a real sense of belonging and made a significant impact on his life. Rejection is heartbreaking for someone who is already struggling and Inclusion can make all the difference. For Dean a make it was!

03.01.2022 TOMMOROW NIGHT We have 15 seats left. If you would like to come along to the Sands Tavern and hear this remarkable story of courage along with our other speaker sharing her journey of alcoholism then please CLICK GOING on link. PLEASE SHARE for the person who needs some inspiration right now. ... Look forward to see you all tommorrow night. https://fb.me/e/2VgfOzPLC

03.01.2022 Our October speaker Ros Waters shares her incredible story of HOPE from recovery of a lifelong addiction to food and what led to her incredible transformation from 150kgs to 60kg.

01.01.2022 Stories of HOPE Australia Q &A is where it gets real. After our speakers have shared their stories we open up the floor for a no off limits question time. It’s amazing the way the audience feels so at home to be able to be raw and real often sharing briefly about their own struggles with our speakers in front of everyone in the room as they seek support and strategies from the very people with the lived experience. There is an incredible energy in the room and a very safe sp...ace to be real without judgement. This is community connection at its greatest. #authenticity #stories #human #vulnerability #inspiration #speakers #support #community #event #kindness #hope

01.01.2022 Knowing these two legends and hearing their stories have changed not only my life but the lives of every person who heard their story at our Stories of HOPE event. To hear the heroic way both Dean Clifford and Nathan Tessmann who just also happen to be cousins have continued to live their life despite both being born with debilitating illnesses which continue to impact them on a daily basis is nothing short of inspirational. Both bullied for years because of their outward ap...pearance they are the example of resilience, determination and HOPE for everyone who is going through something in life. Through their hard times they have found their purpose in life and that is to help others. Dean through speaking and sharing his story and Nathan as a rapper sharing his life through music. Thankyou to Matt Collins for introducing us #mentalhealth #voice #resilient #heroes #impact #leadership #events #speakers #stories #hope

01.01.2022 Another wonderful podcast by Siobhan Ann talking with the ever inspirational Andy Fermo of Invisible Injuries. Andy’s story features along with eleven other stories of great resilience in my second book Stories of HOPE Australia Resilient People, Remarkable Stories VOL 2 Book. To purchase Visit www.storiesofhope.com.au

01.01.2022 Save the DATE Stories of HOPE Australia Mens Talk Date: 3rd Feb Time: 5pm pizza - 6pm speakers ... Maleny Community Centre. Entry fee by donation on night. Women are welcome who are looking for strategies to support the men in their life. ‘Together is better, don’t do life alone’. Sponsored by ‘Blackall Range Suicide Prevention Group’.