People I (Mostly) Admire 111. Can a Moonshot Approach to Mental Health Work?
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Aug 5, 2023 Obi Felten, former Head of Getting Moonshots Ready at Google X and founder of Flourish Labs, discusses her shift from groundbreaking tech projects to the critical realm of mental health. She reveals the soul-crushing aspects of her dream job and champions the transformative power of peer support. The conversation highlights the urgent need for accessible mental health care, especially for over 58 million adults in the U.S. Felten emphasizes how shared experiences can foster healing and reshape the therapeutic landscape.
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Obi's Unusual Title
- Obi Felten's unusual title at Google X was "Head of Getting Moonshots Ready for Contact with the Real World."
- This role involved addressing practical considerations like legality, market strategy, and business plans for innovative projects.
Technology's Real-World Challenge
- While exciting, implementing technology in the real world can be challenging due to unforeseen practicalities.
- Technology's true value lies in its ability to solve real-world problems.
Google X's Mission
- Google X is an innovation lab focused on radical solutions to global problems, distinct from Google's core business.
- Its founding project was self-driving cars, unrelated to Google's search or advertising products.