Jazz Thornton | Stop surviving, start fighting

Jazz Thornton is a hero to many, especially young people who have struggled with their mental health. She’s a mental health activist, author, director, speaker, and co-founder of the mental health movement, Voices of Hope. She was recently nominated as a semi-finalist in Young New Zealander of the Year 2021. Her global success at 26 is even more tremendous when you find out about her backstory. She’s survived abuse, bullying, and multiple suicide attempts. Now it’s her mission to help others. In Episode 9 of Open Minded, Jazz shares her candid and powerful story with JK, what she thinks needs to be done to combat the mental health crisis, including specifically what can be done in schools and workplaces. TRIGGER WARNING: This podcast touches on themes of suicide, bullying, child sexual abuse, self-harm and mental distress - listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is in need of support, please contact Beyond Blue in Australia on 1800 512 348 and for New Zealand, you can free call or text 1737 to talk. These support lines are free, and available 24/7.Like this episode? Be sure to leave a ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ review and share the podcast with your friends! You can connect with us on social media at @getmentemia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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There’s never been a more important time to take care of and fully understand mental wellbeing. Sir John Kirwan, All Black legend, mental health advocate and Co-founder of Groov sits down for intimate conversations with incredible and inspiring leaders from all walks of life.JK, who has been the face of mental health in New Zealand for over 20 years, gets in-depth with every guest on their own wellbeing stories, what keeps them well, and how they are prioritising and championing wellbeing in their organisations and communities. Sure to entertain, inspire and provoke ideas, JK tackles mental wellbeing in the only way he can. Welcome to Open Minded.Connect with us on social media for weekly content at @groovnow.Groov podcast disclaimer: The Groov 'Open Minded' podcast may contain content that might be objectionable. The views and opinions expressed in the Open Minded podcast episodes are those of the individuals interviewed and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Groov. Some episodes are for mature audiences and include language and subject matter that may not be suitable for young listeners. Listener Discretion is advised. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.