Brooke Blurton is the perfect example of never really knowing what’s going on in someone’s life, when they look so happy and successful on the outside. Brooke is a media personality, author and podcaster who you may know as the first Indigenous and bisexual Bachelorette. In this chat, she opens up about processing trauma, balancing the pursuit of individual happiness with the struggles of her community, and the moment she found love on national TV and received news of a personal tragedy simultaneously. THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia Listen to last week's episode: Dave Bayley On The Moment He Thought Glass Animals Was Over The topics in this conversation may have impacted you. If you or someone you know needs support, call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or 1800 RESPECT.  If you want to hear more about Brooke's story, read her book Big Love.  GET IN TOUCH: Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message or email us at [email protected]  CREDITS: Host: Clare Stephens Guest: Brooke Blurton Producer: Tahli Blackman Audio Producer: Scott Stronach  Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.