#26 - The Power of Kindness with Amy Simmons

In this episode Tristan is joined by a member of his family Amy Simmons who shares her own mental health journey and how it led her to founding her own Mental Health organisation in Townsville called Be Kind.
Amy is extremely honest about her journey with Anxiety, drug use, the isolation it caused and bullying she experienced is school and unfortunately how this lead her to self harming at the age of 12.
Any shares her path to seeking professional health, the support she had through Headspace, how she manages her mental health today and the amazing work Be Kind is doing in the community.
Tristan & Amy also dive deep into how powerful kindness is and the impact it can have on an individual.
It’s a very raw, insightful and a truly inspiring conversation you don’t want to miss.
Warning: Substance abuse, bullying, self harm & suicide are discussed during this episode. If this discussion triggers any feelings or you are struggling please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.