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Barry Du Bois opens up like never before on how he spiralled into the darkness of depression – and came out the other end – after going through things that would break most people.
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Panic attacks, a tight feeling in your chest, a racing heart or even feeling paralysed.

Anxiety affects so many of us – myself included.

Over the past week, we’ve raised awareness and encouraged conversations through our Can We Talk? campaign, in partnership with Medibank.

That included breaker Rachael ‘Raygun’ Gunn opening up about how she felt "frozen" after the Olympics.

Also sharing their story was AFL star Rory Lobb, who told of how he'd avoid school because cruel bullies made him anxious.

TV presenter Barry Du Bois meanwhile wrote this must-read piece about how he was able to stay strong through an unbelievable number of hardships ahead of Men’s Health Week.

And if you're after some useful ways to improve your eating, we have a list of 14 simple superfoods that are easy and affordable to put in your trolley.

Ashleigh Gleeson
National Health Editor
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