Ladies, We Need To Talk Rosie Waterland and Jamila Rizvi's broken brains
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Jun 23, 2025 
Rosie Waterland, a comedian and writer coping with PTSD from a traumatic childhood, joins Jamila Rizvi, an author and social policy expert who survived a rare brain tumor. They candidly share their journeys through mental and physical health challenges. The duo discusses the stigma surrounding mental illness versus physical illness, the significance of friendship during tough times, and the emotional toll of chronic illness on relationships. Their conversation is poignant yet uplifting, blending humor with deep insights into healing and resilience.
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Rosie's Ambulance Speech
- Rosie Waterland experienced a suicide attempt and gave a coherent, passionate speech about mental health in the ambulance.
- The shift from despair to clarity showed the rapid change in her mental state during crisis moments.
Professional Mentorship Launch
- Rosie first connected with Jamila through writing submissions and later freelanced for Mamma Mia under Jamila's mentorship.
- Jamila helped Rosie emerge from isolation and start her professional writing career.
Broken Brains Connection
- Jamila and Rosie bonded over similar brain-related struggles despite different diagnoses.
- They found connection in shared cognitive symptoms and the mortality risk associated with their conditions.
