Craig Hamilton - The Promise

Today, we’re honoured to be joined by one of Australia’s most respected mental health advocates — Craig Hamilton. From a high-flying career with ABC Sport to confronting his own battles with bipolar disorder, Craig's story is one of resilience, courage, and transformation. In this powerful conversation, Craig opens up about the darkest moments of his life, the pivotal moment he chose to speak out, and the promise he made — to himself and to others — to break the silence around mental illness.We explore his diagnosis of bipolar disorder, the turning points that shaped his recovery, and the ongoing stigma faced in rural communities. Craig also shares the inspiration behind his deeply moving documentary The Promise and why finding strength in the middle ground has become his life's message.This is a conversation for anyone who’s walked a hard road — and proof that even in our darkest moments, a new chapter can begin.Topics we cover:What "being well" truly means after a breakdownLiving with bipolar disorder and finding clarityThe moment Craig knew something was wrongThe power of diagnosis, acceptance, and speaking upWhy silence almost cost him everythingThe making of The Promise and the conversations it sparkedThe message Craig wants every Australian to hear