Mike and Chaya kick off Season 2 by welcoming Shane Currin, a mental health advocate, writer, and podcast host of Diamonds in the Rough. Shane shares his powerful story of overcoming addiction, navigating bipolar disorder, and finding purpose through vulnerability and service. Together, they unpack the challenges and gifts of being neurodivergent, offering insights for parents, individuals, and anyone seeking growth in the face of adversity.

We Also Cover:

• Shane’s journey to building self-awareness.
• The connection between bipolar traits and untapped genius.
• Practical advice for parents raising neurodivergent kids.
• Breaking the stigma around addiction and mental health.
• The power of embracing imperfections in a judgmental world.

Quotes:

• "I got into this weird state of introspection and had this epiphany that I was designed this way to help others. I visit the dark often, so I know the way out and I can show other people that way."
• “For any neurodivergent listening to this, I would say, discover yourself—discover the things that calm you down, discover the people that will be there for you.”
• "I have a great brain, but as good as it is, it has the potential to be very detrimental. It's like if Superman was powered by kryptonite"

Shane Currin is a passionate mental health advocate and wayfinder of neurodiversity. He is a suicide survivor and has been in addiction recovery for ten years. As a neurodivergent individual himself, Shane's personal journey informs his advocacy work, allowing him to connect deeply with the experiences of others. His commitment to ending mental health stigma drives his efforts to create a welcoming community for open discussions about mental health.

Connect with Shane:

• https://www.soulegria.com/
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-currin-4977a4a6/

Further Reading:

• https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/dont-call-me-troubled-livedlabeled-experience-before-during-currin-fyq7c
• https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/silent-night-unseen-fright-emotional-weight-holidays-shane-currin-i7dxc/
• https://lionsgaterehab.com/2020/08/07/recovery-from-substance-abuse-requires-a-healthy-support-system/

As always, thanks for lending us your ears and keep igniting that spark!

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