Model and actress Ellie Gonsalves lost her dad unexpectedly to sucide and it sent her into a spiral of grief - she opens up about the traumatic experience, how she healed and how she protects her mental health today. A warning on this episode, we touch on some heavy topics, like suicide, so if that feels too much for you, perhaps give this one a miss. For help, see Lifeline here or call 131114.

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Ellie Gonsalves’ traumatic loss led to years of grief, then healing (warning: tissues needed)