Imposter Syndrome And Coping When Your World Is Turned Upside Down - Gideon

Mental Health in Tech

In the debut episode of the mental health in tech podcast hosted by Schalk Neethling and Schalk Venter, the guest is Gideon, who shares his struggles with imposter syndrome and a difficult time in his life when his wife was diagnosed with cancer.

Gideon opens up about his experiences with imposter syndrome, a common mental health issue that affects many people in the tech industry. He describes the constant fear of being exposed as a fraud, despite his success and accomplishments in his career.

Gideon then shares a particularly challenging time in his life when his wife was diagnosed with cancer. He talks about the impact this had on his mental health and how he coped with the stress and uncertainty.

Take care of yourself while listening

We touch on sensitive topics as part of this podcast. Those topics can include mental illness, depression, suicide ideation, death, and related mental health and mental illness topics. We understand that these subjects can be sensitive and triggering for some individuals. We encourage you to prioritize your well-being and mental health while listening. If you feel overwhelmed or need support, please contact a mental health professional or a helpline in your country. Remember, you are not alone, and there is help available. Follow the link to find the help you need.

Community

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* Recorded with Riverside.fm (Affiliate link)

Links

* Gideon Carstens on LinkedIn

* Schalk Venter on LinkedIn

* Schalk Neethling on LinkedIn

* Mechanical Ink

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