Content Warning: This episode discusses suicide, which may be triggering for some listeners.

In this episode, we chat with Bardie Somerville, founder of The Shift, a platform dedicated to equipping tradies with tools for life. Bardie tells her journey of struggling with mental health as a tradie and the powerful ways we can turn our pain into our power. Sharing the importance of authenticity and getting to know ourselves, Bardie shares practical tips for regulating our nervous system on the job site and how we can all be more effective leaders by supporting the well-being of our mates.

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If you or someone you know is struggling, please remember that help is always available. Here are some key services that can offer support:

Lifeline: 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention services for all Australians. Call 13 11 14.

Beyond Blue: If you’re going through a tough time, Beyond Blue offers brief counselling and support 24/7. Call 1300 22 4636.

TIACS: A free, professional text-or-call counselling service offering mental health support to Australia's blue-collar community. Call or text 0488 846 988.

Men’s Line Australia: Free 24/7 phone counselling for men facing mental health challenges, anger management, family violence, addiction, relationship concerns and stress. Call 1300 78 99 78.

Please reach out. You don’t have to go through this alone.