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Navigating Tech with a Mental Health Map - Candice
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Το περιεχόμενο παρέχεται από το Honest Conversations About Difficult Topics. Όλο το περιεχόμενο podcast, συμπεριλαμβανομένων των επεισοδίων, των γραφικών και των περιγραφών podcast, μεταφορτώνεται και παρέχεται απευθείας από τον Honest Conversations About Difficult Topics ή τον συνεργάτη της πλατφόρμας podcast. Εάν πιστεύετε ότι κάποιος χρησιμοποιεί το έργο σας που προστατεύεται από πνευματικά δικαιώματα χωρίς την άδειά σας, μπορείτε να ακολουθήσετε τη διαδικασία που περιγράφεται εδώ https://el.player.fm/legal.
This episode of the Mental Health in Tech podcast features an in-depth conversation with Candice Grobler, who shares her journey through various mental health challenges while working in the tech industry. Candice discusses her diagnosis of complex post-traumatic stress disorder and how it impacted her professional life. The conversation covers the lack of support and understanding she experienced in the workplace, highlighting the critical need for employers to create environments that support mental health.
The co-hosts, Schalk Neethling and Schalk Venter, engage with Candice in a discussion about the responsibility of leadership in supporting employees' mental health. Candice emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries, seeking professional help, and advocating for oneself in the workplace.
Key takeaways from the episode include the resilience needed to navigate mental health issues in demanding industries like tech, the role of management in fostering supportive environments, and the importance of mental health awareness and advocacy. The podcast provides valuable insights for both individuals navigating their mental health in professional settings and employers seeking to create healthier work environments.
Take Care While Listening
We touch on sensitive topics as part of this podcast. Those topics can include mental illness, depression, suicide ideation, death, and related mental health and mental illness topics. We understand that these subjects can be sensitive and may be triggering for some individuals. We encourage you to prioritize your well-being and mental health while listening. If you feel overwhelmed or need support, please get in touch with a mental health professional or a helpline in your country. Remember, you are not alone, and there is help available. Follow the link to find the help you need.
Community
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* Recorded with Riverside.fm (Affiliate link)
Links
* Candice Grobler on LinkedIn
* Schalk Neethling on LinkedIn
* Waking up app (Request free access)
* Meditation - Mayo Clinic
* Jon Kanat-Zinn and MBSR (Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction)
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