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This episode discusses domestic violence and sexual assault.Please call Lifeline on 13 11 14 if this triggers you - or give this episode a miss xoxOn todays episode Bella Reeves, A Domestic Violence advocate, speaks openly and honestly on her experience escaping DV and her current situation - taking her child hood abuser to court.Bella speaks openly about her terrifying life in a dv relationship, her drug and alcohol addiction and how she has become a positive beacon of hope for women everywhere.You can find more of Bella here: Domestic Violence Fighter (@bybellareeves) • Instagram photos and videosSupport: www.journey-to-worthy.com/supportHost - Vanessa Haldane @journeytoworthyofficialJoin the Journey To Worthy Army, view our mission and helplines and Purchase apparel  www.journey-to-worthy.comFacebook Group - Join the Army

On todays episode Tamara Northam speaks openly and honestly on her job as a mother and stripper, living in Byron Bay.We delve deep into how stripping has actually helped Tamara feel more empowered than ever and enabled her to be a better person, mother and friend.She fills us in on her biggest tip, common misconceptions and why she loves her job.You can find more of Tamara here T 🍃 (@tamaranortham) • Instagram photos and videosSupport: www.journey-to-worthy.com/supportHost - Vanessa Haldane @vanessahaldane_Join the Journey To Worthy, view our mission and helplines and Purchase merch www.journey-to-worthy.comFacebook Group - Join the Army

We chat to Millie about why she photographs womens bodies and how it is helping them regain confidence and love themselves more.The body positivity movement comes under debate again we discuss how negative body image can affect all shapes and sizes.Find Millie here @mbrandphotographySupport: www.journey-to-worthy.com/supportHost - Vanessa Haldane @vanessahaldane_Join the Journey To Worthy, view our mission and helplines and Purchase merch www.journey-to-worthy.comFacebook Group - Join the Army 

In January 2016, then 16 year old, Brianna Creenaune was severely burned in a fire that completely destroyed her home, and nearly took her life.Now, fully recovered, Brianna shares her physical and emotional pain awakening from a coma to discover she had burns to over 60% of her body and required amputation of some fingers and toes.She will inspire you with her resilience, strength, bravery and next level of self love.Support: www.journey-to-worthy.com/supportHost - Vanessa Haldane @vanessahaldane_Join the Journey To Worthy, view our mission and helplines and Purchase merch www.journey-to-worthy.comFacebook Group - Join the Army 

BONUS EPISODEOn this bite sized episode I discuss work place sexual harrassment and share my personal experience, as well as 2 voice memos from listeners recounting theirs.During recording I decided to Google the name of the man who had harassed me, during a professional photo shoot, and was shocked with what I found!Support: www.journey-to-worthy.com/supportHost - Vanessa Haldane @vanessahaldane_Join the Journey To Worthy, view our mission and helplines and Purchase merch www.journey-to-worthy.comFacebook Group - Join the Army 

On todays episode we meet Tayla - born with Moebius syndrome and unable to smile. This inspirational woman faces a lifetime of bullying with positivity and humour.We discuss Living with Moebius Syndrome  Overcoming bullying and self hatred Suicidal to self loving an inspirational woman facing a lifetime of bullying , with positivity and humour. Host - Vanessa Haldane @vanessahaldane_Join the Journey To Worthy, view our mission and helplines and Purchase merch www.journey-to-worthy.comFacebook Group - Join the Army 

We discuss - Factors that contribute to Eating Disorders- How to approach someone you suspect has at ED- Language surrounding disordered eating- Tips to improve your body image , in every day lifeSupport:https://www.facebook.com/groups/423866528290394Support for Eating Disorders and Body Image Issues | Butterfly Foundation1800 33 4673 (1800 ED HOPE)Host - Vanessa Haldane @vanessahaldane_Purchase merch and support The Butterfly Foundation  - www.journey-to-worthy.comFacebook Group - Join the Army 

We discuss the smart steps Riley Hemson (@healthychick101) took BEFORE embarking on a career as an influencer, starting her own athleisure brand, body confidence, curve modeling and Riley answers all the questions you ASKED via my IG stories.Find Riley here:Instagram: @healthychick101Youtube: Healthychick101!Remmie By Riley : www.remmiebyriley.com@remmiebyrileySupport:https://www.facebook.com/groups/423866528290394Host - Vanessa Haldane @vanessahaldane_Purchase merch and support The Butterfly Foundation  - www.journey-to-worthy.comFacebook Group - Join the Army 

This episode contains discussions of domestic abuse and violence. If you feel this may be a trigger, please skip this one and refer to the support numbers below.Creating conversation around abuse and , specifically, coercive control eventuated in my own husband realising that some of his behaviours were abusive.Listen as we explore this and hear from a male, who wants to help end domestic abuse and violence.Support:https://www.facebook.com/groups/423866528290394Mens Referral Service - 1300 766 491 https://ntv.org.auMensline - 1300 789 978 https://mensline.org.auLifeline 13 11 14 https://www.lifeline.org.au/1800 RESPECT, National Sexual Assault, Domestic Family Violence Counselling Service https://www.1800respect.org.au/Sign the petition to criminlise Coercive ControlAre Media wants to criminalise coercive control | Now To LoveHost - Vanessa Haldane @vanessahaldane_Purchase merch and support The Butterfly Foundation  - www.journey-to-worthy.comFacebook Group - Join the Army 

We discuss negative body image and unpack Khloe Kardashians response to THAT photo!Listen as I explore how the Kardashians have created the blue print for a self obsessive, narcissistic generation and how they have fallen victim to the manufactured, unachievable image - that THEY helped create. Support:https://www.facebook.com/groups/423866528290394Support for Eating Disorders and Body Image Issues | Butterfly FoundationHost - Vanessa Haldane @vanessahaldane_Purchase merch and support The Butterfly Foundation  - www.journey-to-worthy.comFacebook Group - Join the Army 

Rosine is our beautiful body positivity role model, who is bubbly, funny and full of life. She inspires with talk on how she turned her mindset around to love and appreciate her body - so much so that she became a diverse plus size model making her mark in the industry.However half way through the episode she reveals her lowest point in her life, a point that saw her and her 2 year old baby, nearly lose their lives - in quite shocking circumstances.There is a TRIGGER WARNING for this epsiode as we do talk about suicide/filicidePlease call Lifeline if you are experiencing distressAustralia - Lifeline 13 11 14Todays Topics- Childhood self esteem and how it translates as an adult- Self Forgiveness- Body Positivity- Life after a shocking near death experience- Strength in asking for help- How to become a plus size model

Nicole Mann is the CEO of Everi-body Model Management - a new, diverse agency on the Gold Coast in Australia.She spills the tea on backstage New York fashion shows, as well as shaing with us how she came to own and run her own agency her in Aus.We discuss - Diversity in the Australian Market - Backstage of a Savage x Fenty show - How Everi-Body came to be - How the industry could still improveand so much moreYou can check out Everi here -www.everi-body.comE V E R I Model Management (@everi_body) • Instagram photos and videosAbout | Everi-Body (everi-body.com)

!!! TRIGGER WARNING!!!This is episode contains explicit details surround physical and sexual violence and may be triggering to some listeners.Please use your discretionAdelle Ferguson was just 5 years old when she was first raped and tortured by her , then, step father.Her story is heartbreaking and details a decade of violence, fear and low self worth - however Journey To Worthy is all about inspiring women who have overcome adversity and Adelle is an absolute testament to the ability to live a life of happiness, after trauma.You will need some tissues for this one, come with us on this journey of resilience and survival.Instagram: AdelleFerguson|Consciousparent (@adelle.ferguson) • Instagram photos and videos

Susie Day is a 20 something ;) , part time sex columnist for The Business Collection Magazine.Today we talk about- Sex and self worth- Porn and the effect it is having- Slut shaming- Realities of female orgasmand generally have a laugh and open discussion.This is definitely one for the adults. Instagram: Susie (@sexwithsusie_) • Instagram photos and videosSex With Susie column: Sex With Susie | businesscollectionmagazine

ABOUT JENNY Jenny is an award-winning comedian and cabaret artist, who has performed all over the world and resides in Brisbane, Qld. On todays episode we discuss how Jenny uses humour to create community, and navigate dark times.This chat is as funny as it is raw and open and other areas we cover are- Life after traumatic loss at 5- Self preservation- Grief and mental illness- Bipolar II disorder- Becoming a comedian and clown doctor- Creating a community with Funny MummiesCheck out Jenny and when she will be performing Comedian and MC - Brisbane - Jenny WynterCheck the Funny Mummies website for tour dates and to join the Facebook GroupHome | Funny MummiesInstagramJenny Wynter (@jenwynter) • Instagram photos and videos

TRIGGER WARNINGPlease use your own discretion when listening and call Lifeline13 11 14, for crisis support. This episode contains material involving sexual assault and paedophilia Fighting for herself and others to have the right to speak Ashleigh Rae was just 13 when a man she met on a family camping trip, began grooming and raping her.She was subsequently let down by the system and turned to the media to share her story. It was then that Ashleigh was informed that ,under victim gag laws,  she could face up to 4 months jail for speaking out about her experience, using using her real nameShe is now one of a group of people who are a part of the #letusspeak campaign.Instagram: ashleigh.rae.advocateArticle: #LetUsSpeak: Man sexually assaults, rapes girl, 13, after camping trip | Exclusive (news.com.au)

Victoria Vanstone claims that her story is 's not a tale of misery and childhood trauma that’s lead to a life of addiction. It’s the story a very normal girl with a very ordinary socially acceptable drinking habit. It’s a journey from a binge-drinking youth to a responsible -  yet pissed up parent at long boozy play dates.  It’s about understanding and changing habits"We talk about:- alcoholism and it's acceptance in society- Drinking and parenting- 1000 days of sobriety- Creating a community for 'Sober curious' women- Drink shaming (on those that don't!)and so much moreYou can see/hear/read more from Victoria over at Home | drunkmummysobermummyJoin the Sober Social Network - Facebook Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/913823235768685InstagramDrunk Mummy Sober Mummy (@drunkmummysobermummy) • Instagram photos and videos

A Teacher, School Guidance Counsellor, and working towards becoming a Psychologist, Crystal and I speak on topics such as- Generational Trauma- Attachment style relationships- Importance of healing traumaand more...Find out more about The Gentle Counsellor and how Crystal can help youhttp://thegentlecounsellor.comInstagramCrystal 👋 | Gentle Parenting (@thegentlecounsellor) • Instagram photos and videos

Willo is a brave single mum who left behind property and a thriving business to escape an abusive relationship. With a toddler and a new born baby she fled and shares with us the journey to finding her feet.Facing homelessness Willo decided to turn her experience into a business to help other single parents and created - Share Abode; A co living platform to empower single parents.Topics DiscussedDomestic violenceLeaving Domestic ViolenceFinancial security and self worth following DVSingle motherhoodCreation of Share AbodeInstagram: @shareabodeWebsite: www.shareabode.com.au (FREE to register)

If the Name Lauren Huntriss sounds familiar - then you are probably a fan of the reality TV series "Married At First Sight". Loz shares with us her Journey To Worthy overcoming low self esteem and chronic pain to looking for love on a reality TV series.She is funny, bright, insightful and reveals some amazing truths on "reality" TV and also provides tips for listeners on how to overcome that self loathing to live a happy fulfilled life where you know your worth! Topics Discussed- Chronic pain- Cystic acne and self esteem- Anxiety and overcoming it- Reality TV  - spills some tea!