Mind/work with Jasmine El-Gamal

Mind/work is currently on a post-summer hiatus and recording even more great conversations for you. Join us for when we return on Oct 18th. In the meantime, you can find episode clips and tell us what you want to hear on the show on social media (@mindworkshow). See you in October! Mind/work is a show where we’re exploring mental health in the workplace, one story at a time. I’ve worked in some of the most stressful environments in the world and I’ve seen and felt the toll people and organizations pay when mental health is not prioritized. At Mind/work, we believe that a healthy workplace is the cornerstone of a healthy society. And that’s why Mind/work is not just a show; it’s a mission to transform workplaces into healthier and more productive spaces. Most importantly, its a community of people committed to sharing and implementing good mental health practices in their workplaces and beyond. So join us as we pull back the curtain on issues we all face at work, but rarely discuss out loud. From national security and the military, to conflict journalism, activism, medicine, sports, tech and more, we’ll uncover the stories, struggles and lessons around mental health at work—and how we can all work together towards a stronger, healthier workplace. www.mindwork.show www.jasminemelgamal.com

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