Episode #23 Mindful Life Podcast. Shining the spotlight on Family Violence

In Episode #23 of the Mindful Life Podcast. I  talk about the confronting subject of Family Violence. Today March 8th2019 is International Womens Day.International Women's Day is celebrated in many countries around the world. It is a day when women are recognized for their achievements without regard to divisions, whether national, ethnic, cultural, linguistic, economic or political. On this day I have chosen to use my platform as a woman and as a mental health worker, to put the spotlight on the confronting issue of Family violence and more specifically men’s violence against women. I make no apologies for figuratively raining on todays International Womens Day parade. With more than one woman losing her life every week to male violence, in this so called lucky country, we need to shine that spotlight brightly and talk and keep talking about this very important issue. Today I share my insights and observations on this difficult and often controversial subject. A topic that makes so many uncomfortable. With around a quarter of my clients at any one time being a family violence referral, sometimes perpetrators and sometimes victims, I have learnt a lot and I have got a lot to say. And I hope after listening to my insights, you too will be given some food for thought, which may in turn, mobilise you to speak up and where you can, work to a create a safe and independent future for not only our daughters but for all future generations.   If for any reason, you have found the content of todays podcast triggering or distressing in any way please consider accessing some professional support (Aust only);    **Telephone Counselling support    Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636  Lifeline 131114 **Family Violence Support  1800RESPECT 1800 737 732 Mensline 1300 789978   You can find The Mindful Life Podcast on Facebook and Instagram under the handle Mindful Life Podcast. To collaborate or make contact, please email [email protected]