Getting to know Stewart Clarke

The signs that things were not going well

Thoughts of self-harm

In hindsight.........

The experience of thoughts of suicide 

Making a disclosure

Overcoming Feelings of Shame

What getting help is like

Transitioning home after hospital stay

Stewart's take home message

In this episode of Shift Happens, Stewart Clarke Acting Director of Clinical Operations shares his lived experience of suicide, the signs that things weren’t as they seemed, and what helped him move toward recovery. It’s a powerful conversation about noticing, reaching out, hope and the difference connection can make.

Learn more:
Suicide Prevention Australia

Lifeline

Beyond Blue - Suicide Prevention 

We’d love to hear from you

Have feedback, questions, or ideas for future episodes? Get in touch with the podcast team at AMBULANCE-Wellness@health.nsw.gov.au

Support is always available

If this episode has raised anything for you:
NSW Ambulance staff can access confidential support via Staff Health - Wellbeing resources - Home or contact us at the email address above. 

Anyone can contact Lifeline, available 24/7 at Home | Lifeline

Shift Happens is brought to you by the Staff Health Team at NSW Ambulance. Executive Producer: Zoe Wooldridge. With subject matter expertise and podcast support from Chloe Larcombe, Richard High, and Annie Hartley. Hosted by Paramedics Katie Horky and Timothy Graham. Sound Engineering by East Coast Studio.

We acknowledge the Wangal people of the Darug Nation as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which this podcast was recorded, and we pay our respects to Elders past and present.

The views and opinions expressed in this content are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the position of NSW Ambulance. Any content provided is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as endorsement or approval by the organisation. For your individual needs please speak to your health professional.

 

 

 

 

 

In this episode of Shift Happens, Stewart Clarke Acting Director of Clinical Operations shares his lived experience of suicide, the signs that things weren&rsquo;t as they seemed, and what helped him move toward recovery. It&rsquo;s a powerful conversation about noticing, reaching out, hope and the difference connection can make.
Learn more: <a href="https://www.suicidepreventionaust.org/">Suicide Prevention Australia</a>
<a href="https://www.lifeline.org.au/">Lifeline</a>
<a href="https://www.beyondblue.org.au/mental-health/suicide-prevention">Beyond Blue - Suicide Prevention&nbsp;</a>
We&rsquo;d love to hear from you
Have feedback, questions, or ideas for future episodes? Get in touch with the podcast team at <a href="mailto: AMBULANCE-Wellness@health.nsw.gov.au">AMBULANCE-Wellness@health.nsw.gov.au</a>
Support is always available
If this episode has raised anything for you: NSW Ambulance staff can access confidential support via Staff Health - Wellbeing resources - Home or contact us at the email address above.&nbsp;
Anyone can contact Lifeline, available 24/7 at <a href="https://www.lifeline.org.au/">Home | Lifeline</a>
Shift Happens is brought to you by the Staff Health Team at NSW Ambulance. Executive Producer: Zoe Wooldridge. With subject matter expertise and podcast support from Chloe Larcombe, Richard High, and Annie Hartley. Hosted by Paramedics Katie Horky and Timothy Graham. Sound Engineering by East Coast Studio.
We acknowledge the Wangal people of the Darug Nation as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which this podcast was recorded, and we pay our respects to Elders past and present.
The views and opinions expressed in this content are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the position of NSW Ambulance. Any content provided is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as endorsement or approval by the organisation. For your individual needs please speak to your health professional.
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When your work involves high stakes, long shifts, and constant care for others, your own wellbeing matters more than ever.

Shift Happens is brought to you by the Staff Health team at NSW Ambulance and hosted by paramedics Katie Horky and Timothy Graham. Shift Happens is dedicated to supporting emergency service staff through expert guidance, practical tools, and real stories from the frontline.

Each episode creates space for learning, sharing, and meaningful reflection—helping you make positive changes that last, one episode at a time.

When your work involves high stakes, long shifts, and constant care for others, your own wellbeing matters more than ever.
Shift Happens&nbsp;is brought to you by the Staff Health team at NSW Ambulance and hosted by paramedics Katie Horky&nbsp;and Timothy Graham. Shift Happens&nbsp;is dedicated to supporting emergency service staff through expert guidance, practical tools, and real stories from the frontline.
Each episode creates space for learning, sharing, and meaningful reflection&mdash;helping you make positive changes that last, one episode at a time.