Philosophy
Within each of us - and there is no exception - lies a spectacular ability that when discovered has the potential to surprise the world
AUTUMN EDITION
A year-and-a-half of sharing incredible stories about inspirational, Purple Heroes - a privilege and honour for EM. This humble magazine has received over 13,000 unique visitors, so thank you valued readership, for realising what was envisioned to be a truth:uncorrupt, motivational news is still sought and appreciated.
ATHLETIC JOURNEY Amanda Allen, photograph by Lauren McSorley
How does someone go from depression and self destruction, to gaining the title of 19th fittest woman on the planet?
Amanda Allen left home at 14 and spent decades trying to break the shackles of what she calls 'the black dog'. Although a challenging 'athletic journey', at age 41, Allen's persistence has finally paid off. Her titles include: Strongest Woman (Strongman Competition); Fittest Woman (Crossfit Competition) and she was placed second at the state Weightlifting Championships. READ MORE... |
REMEMBER TO BREATHE Hally Rhiannon-Nammu
To most of us, achieving a senior management role in a company of 300 at age 24 is making it. But, when the sacrifice is authenticity, Hally Rhiannon-Nammu can tell you from experience that it's just not worth it.
Suffering a nervous break-down, is the price Hally paid before she discovered that the only way to real happiness is not professional status but... to, 'walk in my truth everyday'. READ MORE... |
BRAVEHEART FOUNDS BRAVEHEARTS
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FROM CELL TO SURVIVAL Gary Goldstein
Your past needn't define you, is the message I hear - loud and clear- from Gary Goldstein's story. Even though he has been a compulsive gambler, alcoholic and drug addict and has spent time in prison, he's been able to turn his life around and is now the president of the addiction clinic that he was once a patient in. The key is to realise 'everyone has greatness in them', he says. READ MORE... STRONG FOR OTHERS
 Allan Sheldon, photograph by Andrew Craig
As Captain of the Taree Volunteer Rescue Association, Allan Sheldon, has some big responsibilities. 'We're the guys and girls you see helping at car accidents, search and rescue and natural disasters'.
Teamwork, is the necessary element to make an association like this work. And, it takes some real gutsy people to come together and do this kind of work. 'We see some things no one should see,' says Sheldon, and although it must be difficult, Sheldon and his fellow volunteers can clearly step up, and be strong for others. READ MORE... FROM THE EDITOR
Sometimes we get knowledge and wisdom from unlikely places. Most people I cross paths with educate me - from the beautiful soul who sells 'The Big Issue' near my work, to heads of organisations and publishers. Every one, has a take on life that is different to mine, and therefore, they add a dimension to the world that I hadn't seen before. But, even I - knowing all of this - didn't expect a blue bear to teach me something!
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