Hi everyone,

My name is Simone Goldsmith. I'm 23 years old and from Australia but am currently living in the US. 

I'm in the process of launching a storytelling project called Our New Lives. It aims to provide inspiration, information and comfort to young people who have lost a loved one. By offering interesting yet honest discussion, it aims to help break the silence on death, grief and recovery. 

My inspiration for this project stemmed from the death of my gorgeous older sister two years ago. Alana tragically took her life at the young age of 23, after battling anorexia for nearly a decade.

I'm looking for people to share their personal stories on Our New Lives' website. If you are interested in contributing, please contact me at info.ournewlives@gmail.com.

Please also check out and share the Facebook page among anyone who may be interested in supporting this movement.

Thank you so much, and big hugs to all of you,
Simone