Welcome to the ‘My Story’ Podcast hosted by Podcast Producer Amelia Rees. Amelia has experienced more than her fair share of adversity. She has battled both mental and physical health but has come through stronger and with a better perspective on what really matters in life…human connection.
Amelia interviews everyday people as they openly share their personal journeys as an encouragement to others who are facing adversity.
For generations, storytelling has been a way to communicate and teach. Sharing can bring healing. Adversity can be overcome. Depression can be managed. Hearts can be mended. Hurt can be forgiven, and scars can heal. The goal of the My Story Podcast is to showcase that you are not alone in the struggle of hardship. Life isn’t always sunshine and rainbows, but with the right support, encouragement and a little bit of kindness to ourselves and others, we can get through anything.
This raw and honest Podcast aims to be just that.
Our guests have shown vulnerability and bravery to share their stories. They are on the path of breaking down the barriers we put around ourselves and each other. The more we talk about mental health, parenthood, illness and all forms of hardship, the more we can be there for each other.
Episodes feature topics such as mental health, depression, fitness, anxiety, parenting, sick children, illness, personal battles, cancer, autism, financial abuse, diabetes, as well as encouragement and support for those who need it.
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In this episode of the “My Story” Podcast, we are joined by Telina who shares with us her experience of Domestic Violence. We both agreed that this can sometimes be an uncomfortable conversation, however, it is an important one. Telina is a survivor of an attack from her ex-partner, an event which brought her to within an inch of her life. We discuss losing yourself for the sake of another, recognising red-flags, seeking professional advice and the importance of inner purpose. We also talked abo...
In this episode of the “My Story” Podcast, we had the opportunity to hear from Holly. Holly has been diagnosed with endometriosis. 1 in 10 women suffer from the disease, and most take 7 years to receive a diagnosis. In Holly’s case, it is causing unexplained infertility. She opens up to us about her experience with ‘Edno’ and how she has managed to keep a positive mindset. Holly also shares some amazing tips for looking after yourself if you suffer from Endometriosis. During our time together we...
In this episode of the “My Story” Podcast, we had the opportunity to hear from Mikeely. After intensely focusing on sport during high school, Mikeely experienced a burnout. She was sleeping for 20 hours a day! She now mentors young female athletes so they can learn healthy mental, physical and social habits. During our time together we will discuss: Mikeely grew up in a small town as the eldest daughter of 5. During her school years, she participated in swimming, dancing and any sort of sport sh...
In this episode of the “My Story” Podcast, we had the opportunity to hear from Luarna. At just 4 months old, Isacc was diagnosed with an inoperable Brain Tumour. He became very sick with both chemotherapy and insertions of shunts to drain fluid from his brain. Luarna shares her journey as well as tips on maintaining a good relationship through hardship. Most of all, she encourages us to ask for help when we need it. During our time together we will discuss: Isaac’s (Juvenile Pilocytic Astrocytom...
In this episode of the “My Story” Podcast, we had the opportunity to hear from Emma Fitzgerald. Emma has experienced much hardship over the last few years including homelessness, financial abuse and building a business. She shares how regular sessions with her Psycologogisthas changed her outlook on every aspect of her life. During our time together we will discuss: Emma shares her journey of separation and after having her son. Emma’s realisation of being in a financially abusive relationship. ...
In this episode of the “My Story” Podcast, we are lucky enough to hear from Surrogacy Lawyer Cassandra Kalpaxis from Simply Surrogacy. Cassandra’s story starts with a difficulty to fall pregnant and ends in a lawyer who has deeper compassion for her clients. Cassandra discusses’, IVF, sharing hardship with family and the feelings of shame surrounding her experience. She says ‘Remember that you are not alone, there is support if you reach out for it.’ During our time together we will discuss: Cas...
In this episode of the “My Story” Podcast, we had the opportunity to hear from Jess. Jess is a mother of two boys, Max and Josh. Prior to turning 2, Jess noticed signs of Max regressing. He was diagnosed with Autism, which has brought on many challenges and joys! During our time together we will discuss: The signs of developmental regression and loss of milestones directed Jess and her husband to seek medical advice. The early years of Max’s childhood and the signs of Autism. Max was diagnosed w...
In this episode of the “My Story” Podcast, we have a chance to hear the second half of Lorinda’s Story. In Episode 2, we discussed her pregnancy journey along with a traumatic birth. In this episode, Lorinda shares how she reacted to this time as well as the support she received. During our time together we will discuss: How Lorinda came to recognise that her birthing experience was continuing to bring her pain and knew that she needed additional support 10-15 weeks after her daughter was born s...
In ‘part A’ of this episode of the My Story Podcast, we had the opportunity to hear from Lorinda. She is a trained midwife, turned Counsellor turned Mother extraordinaire! In this episode, Lorinda shares her story of pregnancy and birth. During our time together we will discuss: Lorinda’s pregnancy journey including her journey with pre-eclampsia She and her husband took a strength-based approach to her difficult pregnancy As Lorinda’s pregnancy progressed she became more unwell until she ended ...
In this episode of the “My Story” Podcast, we will start to get to know each other as I share my story which led me to start this podcast, and my Podcast Production business ‘Pretty Podcasts’. Between 2013 and 2018, I had three major surgeries to remove a rare tumour from my collarbone. This difficult time had a huge effect on both my mental and physical health. However, this adversity has taught me so much about myself and gave me a better perspective on what really matters in life…human connec...
