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Rob Hennessy shares his personal journey with anxiety and mental health, emphasizing the importance of community and resilience.

Mental health isn’t just something Rob Hennessy talks about—it’s something he’s lived.Find Rob here -https://www.instagram.com/rob_hennessy_decor?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, Rob opens up about the experiences that have shaped him, from debilitating anxiety that has left him completely floored on more than one occasion, to the physical and mental challenge of recovering from a serious workplace accident that left him with a broken leg.Rather than allowing those moments to define him, Rob has turned his experiences into a mission: helping others realise that it’s okay not to be okay. Through his unwavering commitment to community, connection, and creating safe spaces for people to talk, he’s become a passionate advocate for improving mental health and encouraging honest conversations.Together, we explore what anxiety really feels like, how trauma can affect every aspect of life, and the practical habits, mindset shifts, and support systems that have helped Rob navigate some of his darkest moments. We also discuss why community matters so much, the life-changing impact of checking in on the people…

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