Mind.Set X This Is Me with Susanna Winter

In the debut episode of the Mind.Set X This Is Me mini-series, Susanna Winter, a dedicated Research Librarian, shares her deeply personal and inspiring story of resilience. Susanna opens up about navigating profound personal loss, the emotional and mental challenges of supporting a loved one with bipolar disorder, and her own journey through self-doubt and self-discovery. With raw honesty, she discusses the difficult decision to step back from work due to mental health struggles, the impact it had on her personal and professional life, and how she found the strength to rebuild through therapy and support systems.

As part of this special collaboration with The Lord Mayor’s Appeal, this episode aims to break down the stigma surrounding mental health in the workplace and beyond. Susanna’s story is a powerful reminder that seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness, and that resilience is built through embracing vulnerability, self-care, and perseverance.

Through her journey, Susanna highlights the importance of creating open conversations about mental health, fostering supportive work environments, and recognising that healing is a continuous process. Whether you’ve faced your own struggles or know someone who has, this episode offers invaluable insights into navigating adversity with courage and compassion.

Tune in for an authentic and thought-provoking discussion that sheds light on the power of resilience, the necessity of mental health awareness, and the steps we can all take to build a more understanding and supportive world.