“That was the lowest moment in my life, I’m in a much better headspace now to look after myself and I’m the happiest version of myself that I could ever be. But, I still have those thoughts.”

This episode, the fellas chat with mental health advocate, Mick Donehue.The thing about Mick is he is your typical country bloke who grew up with a solid family, plenty of mates, loved playing footy and living life to the fullest or at least that’s how he made it seemed to everyone else. Mick takes us to the depths of his most challenging times in life and walks us through how he manages his depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts on a daily basis and despite these still being a constant battle he reckons he is the happiest he has ever been.

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