Autistic burnout and career change – with Shayonee Dasgupta
Episode description
Content note: This episode mentions thoughts about suicide and self harm.
Shayonee Dasgupta is a Mumbai-based freelance writer and editor who initially pursued a career in law, working with corporate law firms in India. She found out she's autistic and has ADHD in her 30s, prompting a transformative journey of self-discovery and learning to navigate life anew.
During this episode, you will hear Shayonee talk about:
- What it was like growing up before her diagnosis
- How the challenges she faced working as a lawyer led to her burnout
- The struggle she faced to get the right mental healthcare and support after her burnout
- How she received her autism and ADHD diagnosis
- Her decision to start a new career as a freelance writer
- Handling expectations from both her extended family and Indian society
- How she defines success in her own way
To find out more about Shayonee and her work, you can connect with her on LinkedIn.
Watch the video of this interview on YouTube.
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