Dan Hunt had an impressive NRL sporting career that spanned over nine years culminating in his 150th game played for the St George Illawarra Dragons. During his career as a professional athlete, he struggled with and overcame many adversities.  Dan was diagnosed with Type 2 bipolar disorder in 2010. At the height of his mental illness and the struggle it presented, he felt alone and isolated as access to information was not readily or easily available. This led to him feeling vulnerable and fearful as he felt it showed weakness to ask for help or assistance.

His own life experiences and determination to help others is what inspired the creation of The Mental Health Movement and lead to Dan’s further study in Mental Health, Community Services, Mental Health First Aid, Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD), Fitness, Business and Career Development.  Here Dan shares insights on vulnerability, the importance of support systems, and the power of personal stories in breaking down stigma. He points out that seeking help is a sign of strength and encourages listeners to surround themselves with supportive people as they navigate their own journeys.

Reach out to Dan here https://mentalhealthmovement.com.au

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Amie Thompson is a 29 year old who, as a dual Olympian Artistic Swimmer, competed on the world stage at the 2016 Rio and 2020 Tokyo Olympics. These days she channels her dedication and energy into her current career as an electrical engineer. She is also a coach, guiding the next generation of athletes with the same enthusiasm, passion and expertise that propelled me to Olympic heights.

Not one to sit still, Amie is an amateur triathlete, who loves the challenge of pushing her physical limits, whilst also advocating for a balanced lifestyle.

In this conversation, Amy Thompson, a dual Olympic artistic swimmer, shares her journey from elite sports to her current life as an engineer and coach. She discusses the challenges of transitioning from a competitive athlete to finding her identity outside of sports, the importance of resilience, and the lessons learned from her experiences. She still has to schedule ‘fun’ into her life because structure has ruled it for so long. Amy says she wasn’t a stand out talent at the beginning but hard work, tenacity and a love for what you do can go a long way! Her insights provide motivation for anyone facing change, highlighting the importance of passion and perseverance.

Connect with Amber Daines here https://amberdaines.com

Life After the Whistle is a winning podcast thanks to our founding sponsors, the Central Coast Sports College (https://ccsc.nsw.edu.au) , empowering your future through education and sports and Division Technologies (https://divisiontech.io) , your partner for technology leadership & advice with top-tier, affordable technology services for businesses, professional services, and startups.

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