MY 3 FAVOURITE TED TALKS
I spend too much time talking about myself. There are some brilliant orators out there who articulate important things so much better than me. Here are three of my favourites talks about mental health. They are engaging and educational viewing, regardless of how well, or unwell, your particular mental state might be.
DEPRESSION: THE SECRET WE SHARE | ANDREW SOLOMON
This is an amazing talk with an engaging speaker. It is well worth listening to the end to learn about the realities of deep depression and the way in which he has come through the quagmire.
THERE’S NO SHAME IN TAKING CARE OF YOUR MENTAL HEALTH | SANGU DELLE
This beautiful man shares his story of working through the stigma of becoming mentally unwell in West Africa. His story resonates even with me – in a privileged white country.
LESSONS FROM THE MENTAL HOSPITAL| GLENNON DOYLE MELTON
This amazing lady has turned her life around – from addict to advocate. She extols the virtues of being human – with all its frailties and fabulousness.
