Helen Russell
Helen Russell
Season 2 #4 Xand van Tulleken
Season 2 #4 Xand van Tulleken
Season 2 #4 Xand van Tulleken
Wednesday 12th May 2021
Join Dr Xand van Tulleken on 'How To Be Sad' as he recounts his Covid-19 experience and its emotional toll.
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Get the buttons here!Dr Xand van Tulleken's Journey from Medic to Covid-19 Patient
I think sometimes people just vacillate. I'm gonna put something into the world that will try and make it a better place.
Imagine being a doctor who suddenly finds himself on the other side of the hospital bed. That's exactly what happened to Dr Xand van Tulleken, a well-known medic and broadcaster, when he contracted Covid-19 in the spring of 2020. In this compelling episode of 'How To Be Sad with Helen Russell', Xand opens up about his harrowing experience with the virus and the unexpected emotional rollercoaster that followed.
While preparing to film a documentary about Covid-19 with his twin brother, Dr Chris van Tulleken, Xand found himself battling the virus at home. His symptoms took a terrifying turn, leading him to rush to University College Hospital, where Chris was working on a Covid ward. There, Xand had to have his heart shocked back into a normal rhythm. But his story doesn't end there.
Xand shares his unique perspective on sadness, having witnessed immense suffering while working in disaster zones like Darfur. He discusses how these experiences have shaped his approach to coping with sadness and the importance of acknowledging and expressing emotions, even when it's not second nature. The episode also delves into the emotional toll of the pandemic on healthcare workers and the significance of men's emotional health.
Xand's candid conversation with Helen Russell is both enlightening and heartwarming, offering listeners valuable insights into dealing with sadness and finding hope in tough times. If you're looking for an honest and touching exploration of the human side of the pandemic, this episode is a must-listen.