Welcome back for Season 2 of Facing It, we're so glad you're here.  Today's episode is with the formidable Sharanjit Kaur - an optometry student and mental health advocate. Sharanjit speaks about the very first signs and symptoms of mental ill-health as a young girl, the experiences she has had in speaking her truth with her friends and family and the shame she has witnessed in the Indian community regarding self-harm. Sharan's zest for life, passion for ensuring we do better as a collective and enthusiasm for making sure no one feels unheard is inspiring. You can hear in her voice in this episode - Sharan is a force to be reckoned with and someone we are so privileged to know. In this episode we discuss suicidal thoughts and behaviours, depression, anxiety and self-harm. If you or someone you know needs help or further advice please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or access some of the resources linked below. Follow us @facingitpodcast on Instagram \ Resources \ Beyondblue - Self Harm click here Head to Health - Self Harm click here \ Credits \ Music and Editing Nocturnal Hubcap Website www.facingitpodcast.com

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