ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED: May 22nd in the Stories Of Us Podcast

Julie Goodwin, shares her candid journey of triumphs and setbacks. From the excitement of winning MasterChef to the challenges of coping with personal losses and struggles with alcohol, Julie's story is one of resilience and redemption.

Julie discusses her battle with depression and addiction, she speaks honestly about her DUI incident, acknowledging the shame and humiliation she felt as her personal struggles became public. She recounts the challenges of seeking help and the long road to recovery, emphasising the importance of confronting trauma and making positive changes.

Despite the hardships, Julie's story is one of hope and perseverance. She shares practical insights into managing emotions, coping with depression, and finding strength in difficult times.

This episode of Stories Of Us focuses on subjects around mental health and depression and includes references of sexual assault and self-harm. If anything in this podcast brings up difficult feelings for you, please don't hesitate to reach out to someone you trust for support. Alternatively, you can call Lifeline anytime at 13 11 14 for assistance.

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