Tess is a paramedic in her early thirties passionate about helping people and learning about their stories. She struggled throughout life experiencing severe depression and anxiety.

In our conversation Tess generously opens up about her journey to overcoming mental health challenges, drawing inspiration from Buddhist philosophy and the stories of people she met through her work. She shares her insights and experiences offering hope and wisdom to all who listen.

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Bill Hamilton is 78 years of age. His approach to life has been one of calm, patience and persistence. So, when he got diagnosed with Parkinsons' two years ago, Bill applied the same approach to his health, despite the ups-and-downs and the uncertainty of this disease.

Resources:

Book: The New Parkinson's Treatment: Exercise is Medicine by Melissa McConaghy.

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In her corporate career Karen Chaston was a CFO of a publicly listed company and a senior manager for more than 25 years. In July 2011, Karen’s life changed forever when her 27-year-old son, Dan, suddenly and unexpectedly passed away. Within 15 months, Karen resigned from her job and began a personal, professional and spiritual journey which led to her co-founding the Chaston Centre, a place for meaningful living.

Resources:

• Karen Chaston Website:
https://www.thechastoncentre.com/

• Karen Chaston Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/karen.chaston
https://www.facebook.com/thechastoncentre/

• Karen Chaston Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karenchaston/

• Karen Chaston Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/empowerwomen/

• Karen Chaston Twitter: https://twitter.com/KarenChaston4u

Books mentioned in this episode:

- Demystifying Loss: The Chaston Centre Bookshelf https://www.thechastoncentre.com/bookshelf/

- "What Happened to You: Conversations of Trauma, Resilience and Healing by Dr Bruce Perry and Oprah Winfrey

- "Life on the Other Side" by Sylvia Browne.

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