
Join us for an exclusive episode, and incredibly brave and honest conversation with Nicky Shearer as she opens up about living with OCD and the challenges that come with leadership roles. This episode breaks down barriers and stigma around mental health in professional settings.
Key Topics Covered
• Living with OCD: Nicky's personal journey and daily realities
• Pregnancy & OCD: How symptoms evolved during pregnancy
• Relationship Disclosure: The courage to tell her partner about her condition
• Postnatal Challenges: Navigating motherhood with OCD
• Workplace Conversations: When and how to disclose mental health conditions to colleagues
• Leadership Authenticity: Using vulnerability as a strength
Key Takeaways
• Mental health doesn't disqualify you from leadership
• Vulnerability can be a superpower in building trust
• The importance of support systems in professional settings
Resources Mentioned
• Up There in the Sky by Nicky Shearer, available on amazon https://www.amazon.co.uk/Up-There-Sky-Nicola-Shearer/dp/1787883442
Connect with Nicky
• (https://uk.linkedin.com/in/nicky-shearer-b3a5481b4