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Where:
Junction Moama 6 Shaw Street Moama, NSW 2731 Australia |
When:
2018-11-28 17:30:002018-11-28 19:30:00
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Spreading The Good Stuff is back for its sixth episode, on Wednesday November 28, for an important conversation about grief.
Episode 6 will bring together two brave local women for an important discussion about what grief looks like, their own personal experiences and importantly how well we deal with ‘grief’ as a community. Together with mental health social worker Tracey Farrell, of Hidden Treasure Therapy, and the brave and determined mother of baby Ruby (now in heaven) Shari Gotch, we will discuss the challenges, misconceptions and mystery of grief. As an accredited AASW practitioner, Tracey has completed a range of post-graduate training in child-related interventions including child psychotherapy, sensorimotor psychotherapy, trauma focused cognitive-behavioural therapy, and many more. Tracey has an unwavering commitment to working with our most vulnerable children and families, those who have experienced trauma and attachment difficulties, children living out of home, families where a parent has a terminal illness and of course, the bereaved. “To me, grief is best imagined using the analogy of the kaleidoscope. It shifts and changes. Just when you feel there's some predictability in the patterns, it changes again. “We need to tell our stories, and be willing to listen to them, without trying to make it better,” ~ Tracey Shari and her brave family said goodbye to baby Ruby just after the Christmas of 2013, following a courageous battle with a rare genetic disorder, which included severe epilepsy. Baby Ruby Eve endured her first seizure 14 hours post birth and continued to battle them on a daily basis during her short ten months of life. Ruby spent much of her short life in and out of Melbourne’s Royal Children’s Hospital and since this challenging time her family has strived to continue her legacy in a positive way. This has included Team Ruby Eve competing in the annual Run for Kids in Melbourne and various other fundraising efforts, including hiking the Kokoda Track, raising much needed funds for the Children's Neuroscience Centre. In May this year, Shari and sister Toni also walked the El Camino track in Spain to raise money for Ronald McDonald House. Shari and her extended family and friends work tirelessly to raise both funds and awareness for rare childhood illness as she continues her daily journey through grief. “Grief is an endless journey… coping with grief is like driving with no destination." “Starting the conversation and raising awareness is a good start in educating people about grief. Which is why nights like this (Spreading the Good Stuff) are a great opportunity.” ~ Shari Presented by The Splendid Word and Junction Moama, #spreadingthegoodstuff events examine the lives of extraordinary individuals in our region who are making a positive impact in their patch. The conversation series builds on The Splendid Word’s crusade to promote positive communication and the power of kind language across our regional communities. Each event includes a live conversation hour to explore some of the big issues, challenges and opportunities of our time – leaving you enriched, enlarged and inspired to spread more of your own good in the world. “Grief is not an interruption in your life, but a braided-into-the-soul aspect of it… we weep and we continue,” author of Eat Pray Love Elizabeth Gilbert. Join us for an intimate and insightful evening, which we just know you're going to love! Tickets are $30, strictly limited and must be purchased prior to the event. Included in your ticket price is a complimentary glass of sparkling wine and nibbles. Looking to stay on and continue the conversation? Share plate dining available for $25pp, pre-purchased tickets only. |
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Ticket Information
Type
Available Until
Price
Booking Fee
Quantity
STGS Adult Ticket
$30.00
None
Dinner
Stay on for a delicious selection of share plates
$25.00
None
Stay on for a delicious selection of share plates
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