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Coping

Artwork and Words by Wren, 19 ACT  This article contains themes about mental health, anxiety and depression which may be difficult to read or triggering to some readers. Readers in need can seek support from the following services. 1800RESPECT – 1800 737 732 Lifeline – 13 11 14 This piece was a finalist of the…

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Embodied Activism

Words by Brianna, 24 QLD  This article contains themes of mental health and eating disorders which may be difficult to read or triggering to some readers. Readers in need can seek support from the following services or visit our Creating a Safe Space page to see a full list of support services. Lifeline – 13…

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My cup is broken

Words by Maeson, 21 WA “You can’t pour from an empty cup” The number one phrase for championing self-care. It’s a good message. To contribute to the world, we must first take care of ourselves. The longer we neglect our mental and emotional wellbeing, the more we risk suffering from things like burnout or depression….

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Lockdown Motivation

Words by Leo, VIC Artist Statement: The aim for my video was to motivate viewers to get active during lockdown and not allow lack of motivation to consume them. Whether it be exercise, establishing a routine or hanging out with family. There are many outlets we can channel our time into. I was keen to…

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Rarely Seen, Hardly Heard: Living with the V

“I am living with vaginismus.
The involuntary contractions of the pelvic floor.”

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Rarely Seen, Hardly Heard: Unpacking the slippery stuff

An interview with the co-founders of Figr! A brand that not only makes lube BUT smashes the stigma associated with it.

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Rarely Seen, Hardly Heard: A chat could change a life

James and Tom talk us through their final year of high school and their learnings from the Man Cave program.

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Taking off the real mask

This artwork hopes to help people feel less alone and raise awareness for mental health challenges that are often masked.

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Subtle Burnout: surviving, thriving with a side of crying.

Words by Chelsea, 24 VIC This pandemic has forced me to deal with the circumstances that led me to burn out. ‘Ah ha’, you may say ‘I know that feeling all too well’. But for myself at least, the signs flew under the radar until it was too late. So, here are three tips to…

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Change and anxiety in the time of COVID.

Words by Lydia, 18 VIC Post-high school fear has knocked my friends around and left them floundering. Even through our last school year – a long plague of fear and ever-changing plans – my simple questions were not met with tears as often as they are now. I’m considering bringing tissues to small talk, just…

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