Erin Lister || Finding Your Way Back to Yourself

*This episode discusses anxiety, panic attacks and depression. It is a gentle and hopeful conversation. If these topics are challenging for you, please take care while listening or come back when the time feels right.Erin has had many adventures in her life! This chat unpacks the learning it took for Erin to understand herself, which became the turning point in her wellbeing. From navigating panic attacks and changing lifelong patterns of thinking, to discovering the importance of values, connection, nature and finding the right support, Erin reflects on the many small steps that helped her move forward.The conversation explores how everyone's mental health journey is different, why there is no single solution, and how simple daily actions can have a powerful impact over time. Erin also shares her passion for community wellbeing and why creating spaces where people feel connected and supported can change lives.Whether you're navigating your own mental health, supporting someone you care about, or simply wanting to better understand yourself, this episode is a reminder that you're not alone, that healing isn't linear, and that hope can often begin with one small step. If you are concerned about someone who is struggling and finding it difficult to see their way out of mental challenges then we highly recommend Question. Persuade. Refer. QPR training, which Emma and Lain talked about in the first episode of Season 1. You can access the training here. Type in the code CSA to take the training free of cost. This training is funded by Country SA PHN. We thank them for their support in the Suicide Prevention space- an area we believe is important to put energy towards.We hope you enjoy this episode. Remember to subscribe so you don't miss any of the future MFEP+ME episodes!*MFEP+ME is a project created within the program Mentally Fit EP (MFEP). MFEP aims to empower people to take charge of their lives and to build mentally fit, connected communities. We believe mental health is everyone's business!Thank you to our NFP organisation, West Coast Youth and Community Support, for making MFEP a possibility! A rock star organisation with rock star staff!Thank you to our Season 4 Sponsor, Impact100 SA, for supporting Mentally Fit EP through their community giving initiative. The incredible community of members from SA, whose collective generosity helps so many initiatives across the state, is the reason we are able to continue sharing stories that strengthen mental wellbeing across the Eyre Peninsula.A big thank you to the Cummins and Port Lincoln Community Banks for supporting Mentally Fit EP through their grant programs. Wow, where would we be without these incredible banks?! Definitely not where we are, that is for sure!Helpline Numbers and EP Counselling services are pinned to the top of the Mentally Fit EP Facebook pageLifeline 131 114Suicide Call Back 1300 659 467