Annie in wonderland

This is a big topic, and honestly, there are so many layers to it that I think it deserves a series. So let’s start at the beginning. Imagine you’re a support worker trying to educate people on the realities of your job—not the glossy, feel-good stories we often see online, but the actual, day-to-day challenges. You post a video about violence in the workplace, highlighting that no one goes to work expecting to be assaulted. This isn’t just about the support worker; these incidents also affect other clients and their families. In this case, the setting was a day center environment, which meant that everyone there was impacted. When support workers are pulled away from small groups to manage these incidents, lower-support-needs clients can end up unfairly left behind. Support work is meant to be about skill-building, and if someone is experiencing frequent meltdowns, we have to ask: should they even be in a day center environment until they can regulate their emotions more effectively? ...

What Content Creation Has Taught Me About Life Diving into content creation has been like signing up for a masterclass in life skills. What started as a way to share my perspective has evolved into a journey that has taught me so much about the world and about myself. Through creating blogs, videos, and other content, I have learnt lessons about relationships, time management, motivation, research, and personal growth. Content creation is not just about making something and putting it online. It is about learning, adapting, connecting with people, and continuing to grow. Building Relationships and Community One of the biggest lessons content creation has taught me is that it is not just about sharing ideas. It is about connecting with people. Building an audience takes trust, consistency, and authenticity. Whether it is responding to comments, having conversations, or connecting with other creators, every interaction helps build a community. I have learnt that people bring different ex...

 I’ve talked quite openly about my health and disabilities, and people in my personal life have seen some unwise and unthought-out content I’ve shared. I can see where the pushback comes from, and I acknowledge that a lot of healing has been done in my personal life. But why do I talk about these issues so often and so publicly on the internet? Honestly, I started this blog focusing on media and touched a little on disability, but I couldn't keep up as so much was changing in my life. I naturally started talking more about what I knew—disability and the NDIS—because there wasn’t much content from people with lived experience in Australia. While many providers use social media for promotion, I take pride in being independent. For me, it's about myth-busting what disability looks like. I’ve even had to reevaluate my own thoughts and expectations of myself. I’ve realized that disability isn’t a dirty word. By speaking out about my experiences, I can build a community that doesn’t ...

Editor’s Note (2026) A little update from where I was when I originally wrote this post. Since writing this accountability post, my circumstances have changed. I have returned to paid employment, which means my priorities and available time have shifted. Content creation is still important to me, but YouTube and podcasting will be taking more of a back seat while I focus on balancing work, life, and my other commitments. The blog, however, remains an important project. I am continuing to develop Annie in Wonderland and am working towards making it a sustainable creative venture. My goal is to continue improving the quality of the blog, sharing meaningful content, and exploring opportunities to monetise the website through responsible partnerships, advertising, and other creator opportunities. Thank you for following along with the journey and understanding that life changes. The direction may evolve, but the purpose remains the same: creating thoughtful content, sharing experiences, an...