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04/11/2025

🐎 Melbourne Cup Day: It’s Not All Fun and Games

Today, the nation stops for a race…
But behind closed doors, many families are holding their breath.

Melbourne Cup Day — just like State of Origin, Grand Final Day, New Year’s Eve — is a high-risk day for domestic violence.

📈 In 2017 alone, 1800 RESPECT reported a 17% increase in calls on Melbourne Cup Day.
Why?

Because when you combine alcohol, gambling losses, heightened emotions, group pressure and stress, you don’t create violence, but you remove the filter. The violence was already there.

For many women (and children), today isn’t about champagne and dresses.
It’s about watching the beers stack up, watching for the shift in tone, watching the clock, and preparing for the fallout.

👀 If you're a friend, neighbour, or bystander:

Don’t “mind your own business.”
Violence thrives in silence.

If you hear yelling, smashing, crying — don’t hesitate. Call Police.

If a friend hints at something, say:

“Are you safe?”
“That didn’t sit right — do you want to talk?”

Don’t second guess her. Believe her. Support her.

🧍‍♂️ If you're with your mates:

You can be the circuit breaker.

If someone is being sexist, toxic, aggressive to their partner — don’t laugh it off. Call it out.

Try this:

“That’s not on, bro.”
“She looks uncomfortable — give her space.”
“This isn’t who you are. Let’s bounce.”

Because if it was your daughter being spoken about, touched, or threatened — would you be okay with it?

We need men to call out other men. It works. It matters. It saves lives.

🧍‍♂️ If you're a man who knows he’s gone too far before:

You might blame the drink. But it’s not the drink. It’s the behaviour.
And behaviour can change.

Today, choose a different ending.

Walk away.
Put the drink down.
Call a mate.
Get help tomorrow.

Accountability doesn’t make you weak, it makes you ready to change.

💔 And if you’re a victim:

You are not overreacting.
You are not imagining it.
You do not deserve this.

Have a safety plan. Have someone ready to message.
Leave if you need to. You don’t have to wait for it to “get bad enough.”
Your life matters.

📞 Support Services

1800 RESPECT – 24/7 support for anyone experiencing abuse

20/10/2025

This one feels personal.

Last week, I found myself in a dark place. No big trigger, just that quiet heaviness that creeps in when life feels too much.

On Thursday, I did something for myself. Something that felt terrifying and healing at the same time.

I volunteered for a curvy model bo***ir shoot, not because I felt confident, but because I wanted to remember what self-acceptance feels like and to empower others to do the same.

I’ve carried children. I’ve carried trauma. I’ve carried expectations about what a body “should” look like. And I’ve hidden behind those stories for far too long.

This wasn’t my first bo***ir shoot. I did one a few years ago, but this time felt completely different. I wasn’t doing it to prove anything. I did it because I’m tired of hiding. I’ve survived abuse, motherhood, trauma, and change, and I wanted to finally see myself, not the version the world told me to be ashamed of.

When I saw these photos, I cried. Not out of shame, but out of release. Because for the first time, I saw what others have seen all along: strength, softness, resilience.

These images aren’t sexual. They’re human. They show a 45-year-old mum who has lived, who has scars and stories, and who’s learning not to apologise for either.

For anyone leaving domestic violence, healing from trauma, or trying to remember who they are underneath the shame, this is what reclaiming yourself looks like.

To every woman who’s ever hesitated to be seen, this is your permission slip. To stop hiding. To stop letting shame tell your story. To see yourself through gentler eyes.

📸 Thank you, Lisha Evans Bo***ir Photographer, for creating such a safe, judgment-free space.
You helped me see me again.

09/10/2025

For the ones who keep ending up back here again

Ever notice how you promise yourself “next time will be different”…
and somehow it isn’t?

Maybe it’s the same relationship dynamic in a new face.
Maybe it’s work that drains you no matter the title.
Maybe it’s the quiet voice asking, “Why do I keep doing this to myself?”

I know that place, the mix of frustration and self-doubt that builds when you’ve survived enough to be self-aware, but not yet sure how to shift.

Learning my Human Design was the first time I could see the patterns that had been running me. It helped me understand how my energy actually works, where I’m meant to respond, rest, or lead, and where I’ve been forcing myself to fit someone else’s mould.

If you’re neurodivergent, navigating trauma, or just tired of repeating the same lessons, this might be the mirror you’ve been waiting for.

💫 Decode Your Design — $222
1-hour private reading + your chart + written summary
Grounded. Compassionate. Designed to help you feel seen, heard, and safe.

📅 Book here

29/08/2025

Super Saturday. How are you spending your day?

25/07/2025

I’d love your help sharing this

1 in 3 people
will experience domestic or family violence, coercive control, or abuse in their lifetime — regardless of gender.

📌 This includes men, women, children, and non-binary individuals, across all ages and backgrounds.
📌 Most of it goes unreported — meaning the real number is likely higher.

🎙️ It Was Never About the Bruises – Free Webinar with Alyson Richelle
📅 Wednesday 30 July 2025
🕗 8:00 PM AEST
📍 Private Zoom Webinar

What if the abuse wasn’t just bruises?
What if it was the shutdowns, the guilt, the control… that no one taught you to see?

Join me — Alyson Richelle, former Senior Sergeant of Police and DV survivor — for a free awareness webinar on the real red flags of abuse and how we break the generational cycles.

👩‍🏫 Learn how abuse affects the nervous system, identity, and decisions
💬 Ask questions anonymously
💡 Join a confidential, judgment-free community
🧠 Gain insights no one teaches in court, school, or the system

This isn’t about gender — it’s about truth. And it’s for you, your friend, your child, or someone you love.
Let’s break the silence together. 💜

🔗 Register free now:
👉

It Was Never About the Bruises – Free Awareness Webinar with Alyson Richelle - Date: Wednesday, 30 July 2025 - Time: 8:00 PM AEST - Location: Online via Zoom (link provided upon registration) - Event Description: What to Expect You’ve heard the phrase: “It’s not always about the bruises.” ...

29/04/2025

🤔 TM6 vs TM7 – What’s the Difference?

Got questions about the TM7 and how it compares to the TM6? We've got you covered! 🙌

Join us for a live webinar on Wednesday 30th April at 1pm, where we’ll be showcasing both models side by side and walking you through the key differences. Whether you’re trying to decide between our incredible TM6 Sellout Bundle (ends 2nd June!) or considering the TM7 — or even if you already own a TM6 and are just curious — this session is for you! 💚

⭐ Save your spot here:
👉 https://thermomix.my.site.com/event/s/detail?eventid=00UOY00000BLSJ9&country=AU

Can’t make it live? No stress — register anyway and you’ll receive the recording to watch in your own time. 🎥✨

If you're ready to purchase, reach out to your consultant — or check the pinned post to connect with one of our fabulous team members who can help you every step of the way! 💬💫

Consultant - Alyson Richelle Ray

20/04/2025

Feeling flat, foggy, or just not yourself lately?

If your gut’s off…
If your sleep’s all over the place…
If you’ve been living in a cloud of brain fog and mood swings…

I see you — because I’ve been there too.

That’s why I started using something called Happy Juice — a natural, gut-brain focused system that’s helped with my mood, focus, sleep, and mental clarity. And honestly?
It’s made a huge difference.

Here’s the exciting part:
You can try it for 90 days — and if it doesn’t work for you, you get your money back. No risk.

Right now, there’s a limited-time promo happening, and I’m opening spots for anyone who’s curious and ready to finally feel better from the inside out.

If you’d be open to trying what I’ve been taking, drop a “YES” or send me a message. I’ll send you the info — no pressure, just real support.

Let’s get you feeling GOOD again.

14/04/2025

Who the F*ck Am I?
(AKA the heart and soul behind everything I do)

I’m Alyson Richelle.

I’m a daughter. A mum to three wild, wonderful souls. A warrior. A guide. A walking contradiction at times — strong and soft, fierce and tender, loud and reflective.

I’ve seen the system from the inside out — 15 years as a Senior Sergeant in the police force taught me that policies don’t always protect, and sometimes you’ve got to burn it all down to rebuild something better.

I left the uniform, but I never left the fight.

Now, I advocate, support, and amplify the voices of those who’ve been silenced — survivors of domestic abuse (not just violence), people failed by the legal system, and those navigating invisible disabilities, chronic pain, and trauma.

But that’s not all of me.

I’m also the woman who laughs too loud, cries freely, dances barefoot in the kitchen, and builds businesses that feel good.
• I believe in gut-brain health and share Happy Juice because mental wellness should be natural, not numbing.
• I cook with Thermomix because food is both nourishment and community.
• I flow with energy healing, Spinal Flow, and Human Design, because alignment isn’t just a buzzword — it’s a way home to yourself.
• I’m neurospicy, deeply curious, and obsessed with LEGO, puzzles, water, and making sense of things others overlook.
• I’m the creator of What They Don’t Tell You — a truth-telling, bridge-building, systems-shaking space for advocacy and empowerment.

I’ve been broken. I’ve been misdiagnosed, dismissed, manipulated, silenced, and gaslit. I’ve had to claw my way back — again and again.

And every time I rise, I reach back to bring someone with me.

I’m not perfect. I’m not polished. I’m real.
I’m raw. I’m brave. I’m building a life that honours my truth and lights the way for others.

This is me.
Unapologetic. Multi-passionate. Messy and magic.

If you’re here, you’re meant to be.
Let’s heal. Let’s grow. Let’s raise hell where we need to — and raise each other even higher.

04/04/2025

✨ Step Into Your Wish Fulfilled State ✨

Imagine waking up every day feeling empowered, supported, and in control of your life. Imagine having the confidence to make bold choices, the tools to create financial independence, and a community that truly sees and hears you.

🌿 When you work with me, you gain:
✅ Clarity on your next steps
✅ Support in navigating challenges with confidence
✅ A path to financial independence and freedom
✅ A mentor who has walked this journey and understands YOU

🚀 This isn’t just a dream—it’s possible for you!
If you’re ready to step into your wish fulfilled life, I invite you to start the conversation. Drop a ❤️ in the comments or DM me to explore what’s possible.

Your future is waiting—are you ready to claim it? 💫

03/04/2025

Oh wow.
It’s time

PS. If you have friends of family keen to purchase I can create your own personal referral link so your rewarded when the purchase won’t having to host a demonstration

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02/04/2025

Pre Order for the all new, super quiet with super big screen TM7 Thermomix opens tomorrow 🥳

Let me know if you would like to know more info ℹ️ or you would like your link to order.

The TM7 will be landing on kitchen benches in early June.