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"Burn Rate: Launching a Startup and Losing My Mind" by Andy Dunn
Dec 5, 2023
Andy Dunn, founder of Bonobos and mental health advocate, shares his harrowing experience with bipolar disorder, emphasizing the need to normalize mental illness. Topics include seeking a correct diagnosis, the power of vulnerable disclosure, reflections on family dynamics, facing shame and guilt, and building a stronger partnership through therapy.
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- Normalize mental illness to prevent potential unraveling of personal and professional life due to untreated mental health issues.
- Sharing vulnerable experiences can lead to destigmatization of mental illness and foster understanding and support.
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The Importance of Normalizing Mental Illness
Andy Dunn, the founder of Benobos, shares his personal journey with bipolar disorder and emphasizes the need to normalize mental illness in the workplace and society. He highlights the consequences of denying and seeking affirming points of view, which led to a second manic episode and legal troubles. Dunn encourages seeking objective opinions and addressing mental health concerns honestly to prevent such outcomes.
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