EPISODE 40. MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN MENTAL HEALTH --> For Uni Student and Aspiring Psychiatrist, Silvija Bojanic, overcoming anxiety with the assistance of a psychiatrist created a desire within her to help others in the same way. Currently studying an under-graduate degree in Health Science, on its completion her goal is to head to Medical School.

Silvija discusses with us what is required to get into Medical School, people’s perceptions of psychiatry, addiction and her thoughts on medication. Whilst drug treatments have their place, Silvija believes a wholistic approach to overall health is an avenue that needs to be explored and would like to be an instrument in changing perceptions towards the profession. With a desire to work with serious cases in a high-stress hospital environment, she feels that although it would be challenging and confronting work, the ability to help these people would be incredibly rewarding.

What sort of motivation and study commitment is required? How has COVID-19 affected university life? How does social media affect mental health? What is the GAMSAT exam?

Knowing there is a long road ahead towards completion of her studies, Silvija is prepared to go anywhere and do anything required for the job, with her personal happiness the ultimate goal.

Guest links:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/silvija-bojanic-9a8aa61b3/

EPISODE 39. THE PATHWAY TO A NEW LIFE --> Coming to Australia from India as a university student 23 years ago, Registered Migration Agent Seema Chauhan has first hand experience of the migration process. Passionate about Gold Coast life and calling herself founder and “co-dreamer” of her business Abode Australia Migration through which she journeys with people in the processes required to fulfil their dreams of a life in Australia.

Seema shares with us the benefits of using a Migration Agent in your applications for residency and visas. What are the migration pathways available? What are the challenges? How can you bring your business to Australia? What are the skills requirements? Always up-to-date with current Government legislation, Seema will guide and reassure you through the process, celebrating with you your successful application.

A super-connector, networking comes naturally to Seema who loves to contribute to the community she lives in. A big believer in giving back, she also contributes to her home community in India and has received awards in Australia in recognition of her work here.

Whilst travel restrictions are currently in place, there will come a time when the opportunity to migrate to Australia will open up again. Would you like to make Australia your new home?

*** Editorial Note: This is a general conversation on the topic of Migration in Australia. For professional advice please contact a Registered Migration Agent. You can contact Seema Chauhan, MARN 0850953 at Abode Australia Migration.

Guest links:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/seema-chauhan-gold-coast/

https://www.facebook.com/AbodeAustraliaMigration/

EPISODE 38. HIGH PERFORMANCE RACING --> Juggling his school work with his career as a Professional Race Car Driver leaves 17-year old Bayley Hall a very busy young man.  In his final year at school, Bayley is also a member of the Porsche team for McElrea Racing taking part in the Michelin Sprint Challenge around Australia.

With a passion for all things racing, Bayley started at 6 years old with go kart racing.  How did he progress from that to where he is today?  What sort of training does he have to do and where do simulators fit in?  Very much a team sport, Bayley tells us about the preparation for a race weekend, the monitoring required for driver and car performance and dealing with media and fans.  What is his dream goal?  And where does sponsorship fit in?

Very appreciative of the support he has received from his parents and others over the years, Bayley tries to repay them by maintaining peak performance.  Bayley tells us what it takes: you have to have the “balls” to do it!  If you would like to have a go, get into go kart racing really young and just “get out there and give it a crack”!

Guest links:

http://bayleyhallracing.com.au/

https://www.facebook.com/bayleyhallracing

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bayley-hall-375b231a1/