In this conversation, Mel shares what it was like for her to experience the death of her partner by suicide. We dive deep into the guilt that can accompany this experience, the importance of having a supportive network around you and how to move forward from grief.
Mel uses her lived experience with depression and the loss of her partner by suicide as a driving force in leading discussions and awareness for suicide prevention in Australia. She is degree qualified in psychology and holds certificates in phone counselling and mental health. Mel is also the CEO of her own events company and was a 2019 nominee for Young Australian of the Year.
From local communities to sharing the international stage with Mark Wahlberg, Mel is an experienced keynote speaker and has featured at many public events for Beyond Blue, Lifeline, R U OK Day and more.
If you, or anyone you care for is in need of support, please reach out to your local support line or if you are in Australia, you can contact Griefline by phone on 1300 845745 who are available from midday to 3am everyday.
