Danielle Laidley PART 1 - Her Private Struggle

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<p>Danielle May Laidley was known by a different name for the first 53 years of her life. We are so proud that this episode is a contributing factor to her reclaiming her narrative as a transgender woman.</p> <p>An extremely talented AFL footballer, Danielle would go on to become a highly respected coach, always keeping within arm&rsquo;s reach the version of herself which felt most authentic.</p> <p>Danielle&rsquo;s story, in its entirety, is so incredibly important that we had to split it over two big and special episodes.</p> <p>In this first part, we are introduced to phase 1 of her life: the footballer, the husband and the coach and with an addictive personality that caused her to become tough, fierce and obsessed with footy.</p> <p>Danielle discusses with Hugh, Ryan, and Josh the strict compartmentalisation of the different parts of her life during her AFL career, and the terrifying risks she took to satisfy the cravings to be her authentic self.</p> <p>You can watch the entire interview (Part One and Part Two) on YouTube, here &ndash; <a href="https://bit.ly/3FJ8Lw2">https://bit.ly/3FJ8Lw2</a>&nbsp;</p> <p>🫖&nbsp;Other Imperfects episodes mentioned in this episode</p> <ul> <li>Mick Fanning - Riding The Waves of Loss - <a href="https://apple.co/4hNT0RN">https://apple.co/4hNT0RN</a></li> </ul> <p>📖&nbsp;Things to read</p> <ul> <li>Don&rsquo;t Look Away - Danielle Laidley - <a href="https://bit.ly/3XrTkyo">https://bit.ly/3XrTkyo</a></li> </ul> <p>📺&nbsp;Things to watch</p> <ul> <li>Revealed - Danielle Laidley: Two Tribes - <a href="https://bit.ly/3R8X6ct">https://bit.ly/3R8X6ct</a></li> </ul> <p>🖼️&nbsp;If you want to join out patreon <em>A Little More Imperfects</em>, go to <a href="http://www.patreon.com/theimperfects">www.patreon.com/theimperfects</a></p> <p>☎ If you need support after listening to this episode, these are a few great places to start:</p> <ul> <li>QLife - 1800 184 527</li> <li>Rainbow Door - 1800 729 367</li> </ul> <p>The Imperfects is not a licensed mental health service and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice, treatment or assessment. The advice given in this episode is general in nature, but if you&rsquo;re struggling, please see a healthcare professional, or call lifeline on 13 11 14.</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>