In this episode of The Mourning After, Ben Gibson is joined by Ted Reid, who was born and raised in Christchurch, New Zealand. Ted shares stories from a life marked by early trauma and transformation.

Now 77 and living in Sydney, Ted reflects on how his experiences shaped his journey toward self-acceptance, meaningful connection, and community involvement. From his time in the police force to his passion for carpentry, mental health advocacy, and supporting others, Ted offers a thoughtful perspective on living with purpose and compassion.

Supporting links:

Griefline: https://griefline.org.au/

Grief Australia: https://grief.org.au/

Men and Grief: https://griefline.org.au/resources/men-and-grief/

Lifeline: 13 11 14

The Mens Table: https://themenstable.org/

WNOW: https://www.wnow.com.au/

Alcoholics Anonymous: https://aa.org.au/

AL-ANON: https://al-anon.org.au/

Palliative Care Australia: https://palliativecare.org.au/

Advanced Care Planning: https://www.advancecareplanning.org.au/