In this episode Ed and Dona dissect all things identity and sense of self. How do you know who you are? Is it a destination or a fluid process that is constantly evolving? To unpack all of this, we were joined by Maria Thatill. After winning Miss Universe Australia in 2020, Maria has advocated for inclusion and equality in her industry and beyond. She uses her platform to write, speak and create content around supporting diversity. That’s why we were so excited to chat with Maria about her experiences of being a first generation Australian and representing Australian beauty on a global scale.

Check out Maria:

Instagram: @mariathattil

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Instagram: @matesanddates

Resources mentioned:

https://www.goodtherapy.org/learn-about-therapy/types/internal-family-systems-therapy - basic article on it

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/locus-control - locus of control

https://www.simplypsychology.org/Erik-Erikson.html - Also looking at psycho-social development stages (Erik Erikson)

https://www.verywellmind.com/freuds-stages-of-psychosexual-development-2795962  - Freud with his Psychosexual stages

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Instagram: @matesanddates

About Mates & Dates

Mates & Dates is a six-episode podcast series uniquely produced, hosted and informed by young people, for young people, to ignite conversations around all aspects of relationships in a relatable way. It's an initiative of a collaborative group of Northern Sydney organisations, comprising representatives from:

• Ku-ring-gai Council

• Lower North Shore Domestic Violence Network

• North Sydney Council

• Northern Sydney Local Health District

• Willoughby City Council