VIMHS
Vancouver Island Mental Health Society
“There is a space for you” – finding an environment to thrive
“There is a space for you” – finding an environment to thrive
“There is a space for you” – finding an environment to thrive
Sunday 10th November 2024
Olúṣèyí Ṣẹ́gun shares her journey through mental health challenges in grad school, highlighting the importance of finding a supportive environment.
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Episode Overview
- The importance of finding a supportive environment for mental health.
- Challenges faced in unsupportive academic settings.
- The impact of hospitalisation on personal growth.
- Strategies for self-advocacy in difficult situations.
- The role of resilience in overcoming obstacles.
Just because one environment might not seem hospitable, that doesn’t mean that there isn’t a space for you.
Ever felt like you don't belong? In this episode of People First Radio, Philadelphia-based social worker and doctoral candidate Olúṣèyí Ṣẹ́gun shares her deeply personal journey through two very different graduate school experiences. From an unsupportive environment that led to hospitalisation to finding a place where she could truly thrive, Olúṣèyí's story is one of resilience and hope.
She recounts the challenges of dealing with mental health issues while navigating academic pressures and how finding the right environment made all the difference. Olúṣèyí also touches on the importance of recognising when an environment is detrimental to your well-being and the courage it takes to seek help and make necessary changes. Her candid reflections provide a powerful reminder that there is always a space for you, even if it means taking a detour to find it.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone struggling to find their place, especially those dealing with mental health challenges. Tune in to hear how Olúṣèyí turned her struggles into strengths and why it's crucial to advocate for yourself in any setting.