Holding on to Hope

By Lifeline

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Episodes: 66

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Holding on to Hope shares powerful stories from people who have experienced their toughest moments and found a way forward. Hosted by Lifeline Crisis Supporter Carla, each episode explores the challenges that can lead to emotional distress, the moments that helped someone hold on, and the people, tools and experiences that supported their recovery. Honest, hopeful and deeply human, these conversations remind us that even in the hardest moments, hope is possible.

Episode Date
You Don’t Have to Ride Alone
Sep 21, 2026
Distress and Success Can Exist Together
Sep 07, 2026
The Same Fire Built My Success
Aug 24, 2026
Vulnerability Is Masculine
Aug 10, 2026
Courage grows in the conversations we dare to have
Dec 01, 2025
Hope isn’t found overnight, but it’s always within reach
Nov 17, 2025
Discover the joy in everyday moments
Nov 03, 2025
We can make a difference through connection
Oct 20, 2025
Use hope to move forward, even in our toughest moments
Oct 06, 2025
No matter where you are, hope and healing is always possible
Sep 22, 2025
Every step forward counts
Sep 08, 2025
Challenge the stigma, one conversation at a time
Aug 25, 2025
You can find strength in your differences
Aug 11, 2025
You’ve got worth, even if you can’t see it yet
Jul 29, 2025
You can make it through the darkness
Sep 09, 2024
The daily battles with the inner demons
Aug 26, 2024
Don’t let them win
Aug 12, 2024
Other people who understand
Jul 29, 2024
Turning on the headlights of hope
Jul 15, 2024
Things can only get better
Jul 01, 2024
Getting past the shame and the guilt
Jun 17, 2024
Reinvent yourself
Jun 03, 2024
Fighting against the stigma
May 20, 2024
Finding the joy
Nov 15, 2023
Prioritise yourself
Nov 01, 2023
We are all drops in the ocean and together we make waves
Oct 18, 2023
Seeking hope and connection
Oct 04, 2023
Testaments to the power of human spirit
Sep 20, 2023
The strength within us all
Sep 09, 2023
My heroin habit
May 17, 2023
I was certain I was unlovable
May 03, 2023
I was living a lie
Apr 19, 2023
It all seemed so logical
Apr 05, 2023
There has to be more to life
Mar 22, 2023
I thought I was the most unique individual on earth
Mar 09, 2023
I felt like half a man
Feb 22, 2023
I want to be able to heal from this
Feb 08, 2023
Eno's story of holding on to hope after battles with suicidal ideation and using his experiences to help others throughout the trucking industry.
Aug 17, 2022
Isabella's story of holding on to hope in regional NSW through school, family and mental health issues by finding the Lifeline Eclipse group.
Jul 12, 2022
Lachie Samuel's story of Holding on to Hope after life as a FIFO worker where suicide and mental health issues are a major concern.
May 31, 2022
Wes Herring’s story of holding onto hope after his dreams for farming and family were shattered.
Apr 12, 2022
Ingrid Ozols talks about her battle with suicide ideation since childhood and how she now helps others by sharing what she has learned on her journey of recovery.
Sep 08, 2021
Ian Roberts talks about being the first male professional athlete to openly come out in Australia, and his ongoing support of the LBGTI+ community
Aug 24, 2021
Kate's story of holding on to hope through a gambling addiction
Jun 09, 2021
Amanda and Matt's story of holding on to hope after the trauma of parent alienation
Dec 22, 2020
Anthony Hart's story of holding on to hope after depression snuck up on him, taking him and everyone who knew him by surprise.
Oct 18, 2020
Oliver Liyou story of holding on to hope as a vet struggling under the weight of stress, financial pressure, long hours and massive emotional dilemmas
Aug 18, 2020
Oliver Heywoods story of holding on to hope through his slide into darkness by staying connected with his friends
Jun 16, 2020
Erik's story of holding on to hope through a difficult childhood, a life changing accident and the stresses of being an elite athlete, father and partner
May 04, 2020
Chris's story of holding on to hope after surviving three major bushfires including Victoria’s Black Saturday and the PTSD it caused
Mar 23, 2020
Gracie's story of Holding on to Hope after dealing with the early stages of bipolar disorder and rural isolation
Jan 12, 2020
Former Fire Fighter Ross Beckley tells his story of holding onto hope and how he discovered he didn’t need a badge to still save lives.
Nov 19, 2019
Doctor Kieran's story of Holding on to Hope through mental illness and using his experience to help others
Oct 06, 2019
Donna's story of Holding on to Hope after a confidence crisis that turned her life into turmoil in an extraordinary seven days.
Sep 08, 2019
Leilani Darwin’s story of Holding on to Hope by turning her traumatic life experiences into a vehicle to save the lives of other Aboriginal people
Jul 16, 2019
Joe Williams story of Holding on to Hope through connection with culture
May 27, 2019
Tanya's story of Holding on to Hope over Anorexia
May 27, 2019
Mal’s story of Holding on to Hope through workplace stress in the Hospitality Industry
Apr 30, 2019
Pete’s story of Holding on to Hope after loss of elite athleticism
Apr 30, 2019
Cameron’s story of Holding on to Hope over family violence
Apr 30, 2019
Ben’s story of Holding on to Hope after returning from service and experiencing PTSD
Apr 30, 2019
Graeme’s story of Holding on to Hope after retirement and loss
Apr 30, 2019
Dave's story of Holding on to Hope through depression and long term pain
Apr 30, 2019
Jaz’s story of Holding on to Hope through the stress of transition
Apr 29, 2019
Amanda’s story of Holding on to Hope through post-natal depression
Apr 29, 2019
Brendan’s story of Holding on to Hope through drought, rural isolation and depression
Apr 28, 2019