Holistic Mental Health Campaign
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~ BRINGING WORKSHOPS TO AS MANY PEOPLE AS I CAN TO ASSIST THEM TO OVERCOME DEPRESSION, ANXIETY, SUICIDAL TENDENCIES AND OTHER MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES WITHOUT MEDICATION ~
Thank you so much for coming to my campaign page. I sincerely appreciate your time and consideration.
Introduction
My name is Fatima Bacot. I am a Personal Development Teacher and Mentor. A significant part of how I came to work in this field is as a direct result of my very personal battles with anorexia nervosa, depression, suicidal tendencies, extremely low self-worth, a feeling of 'not mattering and having no right to be alive', and an extremely crippling ‘inner critic’. These arose out of many unresolved childhood and generational traumas that created tremendous internal suffering, self-sabotage and pain that I hid from (almost) everyone. The shame was overpowering.
In my journey, I have used solely holistic /natural approaches. This admission is not to devalue allopathic approaches in a unique individual's journey; it is only to share that although I did visit a psychiatrist once about 30 years ago, I instead ended up independently researching and choosing holistic, integrative perspectives and natural strategies all the way along.
As I continued, I came to consciously appreciate and heal these imbalances. I learned that they were meaningful and important and were, in fact, critical pointers to many discarded inner gifts. That is, they were less about 'what was wrong with me', and more about 'what was uniquely right about me'. It took me many years to validate and compassionately embrace this understanding, let alone to feel compassionate towards myself.
I am extremely thankful for my journey because it not only allowed me to re-discover myself, but it also opened a door that has allowed me to assist many globally, and particularly throughout Australia and the United States. The various perspectives and strategies I gathered became integral parts not only of my personal toolkit for wellbeing, but also wove their ways into my worldwide mentoring programs, private consultations, teleseminars, seminars and more. (You can learn more about my work HERE.)
And now, as I see the unprecedented stress, anxiety, depression and breakdowns people are experiencing, I want to reach out on a grander scale to bring my story, caring perspectives and strategies to hundreds, if not thousands of people, throughout Australia....to help them to know there are so many options available to free themselves of anguish and pain. Many ways to become whole, balanced, vital, alive, FREE. To become your own best friend.
And this is why I am reaching out to you... so that, together, we can assist others. If I can do it, so can others.
Suffering and Pain are Everywhere
It could be you or someone close to you...
It's undeniable: we live in very fast-paced, frantic times. No matter what age we are, and no matter from what background we may come, life can feel relentless, overwhelming and challenging. Despite being more connected than ever through social media, we are paradoxically lonelier, more lost and more cut off than ever from the vital support, love, strategies and understanding we each need to thrive.
Mental illness can affect anyone, and...
... our challenges may take the form of anxiety, depression, fear, burnout, panic attacks, overwhelm, PTSD, rage, self-sabotage, stress, a sense of inadequacy.
... they could be eating disorders, suicidal tendencies, rage, extremely low self-worth, OCD, bi-polar, bullying, cyber-bullying, confusion, a crippling ‘inner critic’.
... we could be suffering with issues relating to finances, loneliness, divorce, fractured relationships, workplace problems, the loss of a loved one or life transitions.
It could be one of the above. Many of the above. No matter what, they all hurt and can tear both us and our lives apart.
My Intention
My intention is to present as many 4-hour Workshops in as many Surf Clubs and RSL Clubs throughout Australia as your donations will allow. (For non-Australians, see description below re Surf Clubs and RSL Clubs.)
Also, to present these Workshops online via Webinar.
Tickets are FREE. (Plus there are premium $37 tickets for which people will receive my co-authored book, "Passion & Purpose" and a "Sabotage Release" mp3, with 25% of those ticket sales going to the Kids Helpline. See further down for info on the Kids Helpline.)
I want to start as soon as I can.
During each Workshop, I will share with participants my story, but also the cross-range of transformational holistic perspectives, strategies and tools that I personally researched and embraced at different times over the years as part of my multidisciplinary approach.
These include:
mindfulness meditation; homeopathy; essential oils; the power of positive thought and emotion; heart coherence techniques for wellbeing; kinesiology; spiritual healing; orthomolecular/biochemical (nutritional) approaches; the Universal Law of Attraction; craniosacral therapy; Australian Bushfllower essences; breathwork; acupuncture; Chinese herbal medicine; Bach Flower Remedies; techniques to change beliefs and consciousness levels; epigenetics; neuroplasticity; leading-edge quantum physics and neuroscience…and more.
The greatest of these were Love and Compassion.
These are no ‘ordinary Workshops’, as you can see.
Your contribution has the potential to make a lasting impact in the lives of many. It could be just one perspective or technique, lovingly shared, that someone takes away that is a turning-point or 'lightbulb moment' in their unique journey. If you and I doing this together can result in such a moment, that's a huge achievement.
NB for non-Australians: RSL (Returned & Services League) Clubs and Surf Clubs exist in the hundreds throughout all Australian states. They provide many important community functions, and are gathering places for events of all kinds, with music, sports, bar, gaming and dining facilities for their members, families and guests.
How will Your Donation be Spent?
Donations will cover the following:
... starting in my home state of Queensland, Australia: venue hire fees at as many Surf Clubs and RSL Clubs as funds allow
... keeping Workshop tickets FREE for as much accessibility to as many as possible
... creation of specific website landing pages, Eventbrite ticket fees
... getting the word out through print and social media (cost of PR & marketing services, pamphlets, posters, ads, Facebook ad campaigns, SEO, design)
... travel and accommodation expenses throughout Queensland and interstate
... adminstrative support for in-person and online campaigns
Updates:
You will be updated as I make my way from Surf Club to Surf Club, RSL Club to RSL Club, city to city. You will be the first to know of Webinars.
I intend to get to as many people as I can, both globally and online with your assistance.
About Kids Helpline
Kids Helpline is Australia’s only free 24/7, confidential and private counselling service specifically for children and young people aged 5 to 25 years.
Counselling and support is provided via the phone, web and email. Counsellors respond to more than 6,000 calls per week, and the Helpline receives more than one million calls per year.
Kids Helpline supports with everyday topics such as family, friends and school to more serious issues of child abuse, bullying, mental health issues, drug and alcohol use, homelessness and suicide.
Children and young people have direct access to a counsellor, and they are also able to arrange to speak again with the same counsellor to work through their issues. Kids Helpline counsellors are fully qualified professionals who undergo additional training at Kids Helpline.
Counsellors empower young people by assisting them to:
... develop options
... identify and understand the consequences of a particular course of action
... facilitate more productive relationships with family and friends, and
... provide information on local support services
On average, each day counsellors conduct 170 counselling sessions, which include sessions with young people having suicidal thoughts, disclosing self-harming issue and sessions relating to mental health concerns
In Closing
I feel privileged to have already assisted so many around the world. It would be a tremendous honour and great privilege to assist many, many more to realise their freedom, self-worth, wellbeing and the joy of life.
I hope you decide to come aboard this campaign. There are so many people that need assistance right now.
Please do not hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions. I will be more than happy to answer your queries.
Thank you again for visiting this page and for taking the time to read about the Campaign.
In appreciation ~ Fatima
Thank you so much for coming to my campaign page. I sincerely appreciate your time and consideration.
Introduction
My name is Fatima Bacot. I am a Personal Development Teacher and Mentor. A significant part of how I came to work in this field is as a direct result of my very personal battles with anorexia nervosa, depression, suicidal tendencies, extremely low self-worth, a feeling of 'not mattering and having no right to be alive', and an extremely crippling ‘inner critic’. These arose out of many unresolved childhood and generational traumas that created tremendous internal suffering, self-sabotage and pain that I hid from (almost) everyone. The shame was overpowering.
In my journey, I have used solely holistic /natural approaches. This admission is not to devalue allopathic approaches in a unique individual's journey; it is only to share that although I did visit a psychiatrist once about 30 years ago, I instead ended up independently researching and choosing holistic, integrative perspectives and natural strategies all the way along.
As I continued, I came to consciously appreciate and heal these imbalances. I learned that they were meaningful and important and were, in fact, critical pointers to many discarded inner gifts. That is, they were less about 'what was wrong with me', and more about 'what was uniquely right about me'. It took me many years to validate and compassionately embrace this understanding, let alone to feel compassionate towards myself.
I am extremely thankful for my journey because it not only allowed me to re-discover myself, but it also opened a door that has allowed me to assist many globally, and particularly throughout Australia and the United States. The various perspectives and strategies I gathered became integral parts not only of my personal toolkit for wellbeing, but also wove their ways into my worldwide mentoring programs, private consultations, teleseminars, seminars and more. (You can learn more about my work HERE.)
And now, as I see the unprecedented stress, anxiety, depression and breakdowns people are experiencing, I want to reach out on a grander scale to bring my story, caring perspectives and strategies to hundreds, if not thousands of people, throughout Australia....to help them to know there are so many options available to free themselves of anguish and pain. Many ways to become whole, balanced, vital, alive, FREE. To become your own best friend.
And this is why I am reaching out to you... so that, together, we can assist others. If I can do it, so can others.
Suffering and Pain are Everywhere
It could be you or someone close to you...
It's undeniable: we live in very fast-paced, frantic times. No matter what age we are, and no matter from what background we may come, life can feel relentless, overwhelming and challenging. Despite being more connected than ever through social media, we are paradoxically lonelier, more lost and more cut off than ever from the vital support, love, strategies and understanding we each need to thrive.
Mental illness can affect anyone, and...
... our challenges may take the form of anxiety, depression, fear, burnout, panic attacks, overwhelm, PTSD, rage, self-sabotage, stress, a sense of inadequacy.
... they could be eating disorders, suicidal tendencies, rage, extremely low self-worth, OCD, bi-polar, bullying, cyber-bullying, confusion, a crippling ‘inner critic’.
... we could be suffering with issues relating to finances, loneliness, divorce, fractured relationships, workplace problems, the loss of a loved one or life transitions.
It could be one of the above. Many of the above. No matter what, they all hurt and can tear both us and our lives apart.
My Intention
My intention is to present as many 4-hour Workshops in as many Surf Clubs and RSL Clubs throughout Australia as your donations will allow. (For non-Australians, see description below re Surf Clubs and RSL Clubs.)
Also, to present these Workshops online via Webinar.
Tickets are FREE. (Plus there are premium $37 tickets for which people will receive my co-authored book, "Passion & Purpose" and a "Sabotage Release" mp3, with 25% of those ticket sales going to the Kids Helpline. See further down for info on the Kids Helpline.)
I want to start as soon as I can.
During each Workshop, I will share with participants my story, but also the cross-range of transformational holistic perspectives, strategies and tools that I personally researched and embraced at different times over the years as part of my multidisciplinary approach.
These include:
mindfulness meditation; homeopathy; essential oils; the power of positive thought and emotion; heart coherence techniques for wellbeing; kinesiology; spiritual healing; orthomolecular/biochemical (nutritional) approaches; the Universal Law of Attraction; craniosacral therapy; Australian Bushfllower essences; breathwork; acupuncture; Chinese herbal medicine; Bach Flower Remedies; techniques to change beliefs and consciousness levels; epigenetics; neuroplasticity; leading-edge quantum physics and neuroscience…and more.
The greatest of these were Love and Compassion.
These are no ‘ordinary Workshops’, as you can see.
Your contribution has the potential to make a lasting impact in the lives of many. It could be just one perspective or technique, lovingly shared, that someone takes away that is a turning-point or 'lightbulb moment' in their unique journey. If you and I doing this together can result in such a moment, that's a huge achievement.
NB for non-Australians: RSL (Returned & Services League) Clubs and Surf Clubs exist in the hundreds throughout all Australian states. They provide many important community functions, and are gathering places for events of all kinds, with music, sports, bar, gaming and dining facilities for their members, families and guests.
How will Your Donation be Spent?
Donations will cover the following:
... starting in my home state of Queensland, Australia: venue hire fees at as many Surf Clubs and RSL Clubs as funds allow
... keeping Workshop tickets FREE for as much accessibility to as many as possible
... creation of specific website landing pages, Eventbrite ticket fees
... getting the word out through print and social media (cost of PR & marketing services, pamphlets, posters, ads, Facebook ad campaigns, SEO, design)
... travel and accommodation expenses throughout Queensland and interstate
... adminstrative support for in-person and online campaigns
Updates:
You will be updated as I make my way from Surf Club to Surf Club, RSL Club to RSL Club, city to city. You will be the first to know of Webinars.
I intend to get to as many people as I can, both globally and online with your assistance.
About Kids Helpline
Kids Helpline is Australia’s only free 24/7, confidential and private counselling service specifically for children and young people aged 5 to 25 years.
Counselling and support is provided via the phone, web and email. Counsellors respond to more than 6,000 calls per week, and the Helpline receives more than one million calls per year.
Kids Helpline supports with everyday topics such as family, friends and school to more serious issues of child abuse, bullying, mental health issues, drug and alcohol use, homelessness and suicide.
Children and young people have direct access to a counsellor, and they are also able to arrange to speak again with the same counsellor to work through their issues. Kids Helpline counsellors are fully qualified professionals who undergo additional training at Kids Helpline.
Counsellors empower young people by assisting them to:
... develop options
... identify and understand the consequences of a particular course of action
... facilitate more productive relationships with family and friends, and
... provide information on local support services
On average, each day counsellors conduct 170 counselling sessions, which include sessions with young people having suicidal thoughts, disclosing self-harming issue and sessions relating to mental health concerns
In Closing
I feel privileged to have already assisted so many around the world. It would be a tremendous honour and great privilege to assist many, many more to realise their freedom, self-worth, wellbeing and the joy of life.
I hope you decide to come aboard this campaign. There are so many people that need assistance right now.
Please do not hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions. I will be more than happy to answer your queries.
Thank you again for visiting this page and for taking the time to read about the Campaign.
In appreciation ~ Fatima
Organizer
Fatima Bacot
Organizer
Peregian Springs QLD
