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Welcome to Unbreakable: Life’s toughest tests
A road map to survive life’s ups & downs. You made it here — and that already says something about you. This community is built for anyone who’s been knocked down by life but refuses to stay down. No matter your age, background, or story… you belong here. I’m Richard Dheilly — a retired firefighter of 35 years, a father, a PTSD survivor, someone who has lived with Bipolar Disorder, gone through divorce, raised three boys, and found healing through photography. My story isn’t perfect. It’s messy, painful, and at times, nearly ended. But it’s real — and it’s proof that you can survive. This space isn’t just about my story — it’s about all of our stories. Together, we can help each other carry the weight, share the roadmap, and find the strength to keep going. ✅ How to Use This Community 🔹 Share your story. Post about the highs and lows of your journey. Someone out there needs to hear it. 🔹 Ask questions. If you’re struggling, reach out. The community is here to listen and help. 🔹 Support others. Comment, encourage, and remind people they’re not alone. 📚 Explore the Classroom Inside you’ll find my book The Picture That Saved My Life and other lessons drawn from real experiences with firefighting, mental health, fatherhood, and photography. 📅 Join Live Conversations Check the calendar for upcoming calls — sometimes scheduled, sometimes spontaneous. These are safe spaces where we can connect in real time. ❤️ The Rule Here Is Simple Be real. Be respectful. And remember — your story has the power to help someone else survive. 👉 Start here: Drop a short intro about yourself below. 🔹 Who are you? 🔹 What’s one challenge you’ve faced (or are facing)? 🔹 What’s one thing that keeps you moving forward? Let’s build this together. — Richard Dheilly
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My Story: The Picture That Saved My Life 📖
Most of you know I spent 35 years as a firefighter. I’ve seen flames, crashes, trauma — but the hardest battles were the ones I fought alone, in my own head. There was a time I was ready to end it all. I was sitting on the side of the highway, thinking of driving in front of a semi. What stopped me? A single photo. A picture of my three boys, tucked in my visor. That moment changed my life — and it’s the reason I’m here today. That’s why this community exists. Because sometimes one story, one moment, or one reminder is enough to keep someone alive. 👉 Now it’s your turn: What’s your “picture that saved your life”? 🔹 It could be a person. 🔹 A memory. 🔹 A hobby or passion. 🔹 Even a simple reason that keeps you going. Drop it in the comments 👇 You never know who your story might help. — Richard Dheilly
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Christmas With My Dog
My dog doesn’t care if the house is spotless. He doesn’t care if I bought the “right” gifts. He doesn’t judge my Christmas pajamas, my snack choices, or the fact that I’ve watched Die Hard for the 47th time. He just sits beside me tail wagging, heart open reminding me that love doesn’t need to be complicated. Be present. Find joy in the simple stuff. Nap often. Snack responsibly-ish. And love your people (and pets) like it’s the best day ever because to your dog, it is. So here’s to the dogs who stay by our side through every season the silent therapists, the belly-rub addicts, the loyal shadows who make Christmas warmer just by being here. We may be slightly fur-covered… but we are happy… grounded… and absolutely UNBREAKABLE. #Unbreakable #DogDad #DogMom #BestChristmasBuddy
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What motivated me to start HomeSafe Safety & Security Publishing and HomeSafe Academy?
This morning I have been going through my skool notifications and messages and it occurred to me that I haven’t really posted anything about what motivated me to start a skool community and why I have joined this community. So here it is … My motivation didn’t come from a single spark — it came from a few long-running forces converging: 1. Years working the frontline of security and safety I have spent a lot of time as a Security Officer & Safety Representative in NT/WA environments. I have witnessed and experienced firsthand how ordinary people including myself have been caught off-guard by preventable risks — violence, theft, scams, unsafe homes, poor situational awareness. That built a conviction: that everyday families need practical tools, not theory. 2. A belief that preparation turns fear into confidence My philosophy — observation, detection, reporting and deterrence = preparedness, layered protection — has shaped my mission. I want to help ordinary households apply the same simple principles used in professional security: perimeter→exterior→interior→core, colour-coded responses, ThinkSafe-ActSafe-HomeSafe. In other words, don’t panic — prepare. 3. A gap in the Australian family-safety space The public messaging I have encountered was scattered: a bit of police advice here, a pamphlet there, some online-safety tips thrown in. You didn’t see a unified system that: - spoke to regular homes - covered home safety, home security, and online safety together - gave step-by-step room-by-room action plans That gap has pushed me into creating a full publishing line. 4. A personal drive to leave a legacy This is emotional, not commercial. I want my work to: - prevent loss of life - stop innocent people becoming victims - help families protect children, elders, and finances - be something that I can look back on with pride That sense of legacy sits underneath everything — particularly now that I’m in my 60s. 5. A desire to teach and train, not just observe
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35-year firefighter, photographer and mental health advocate.
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