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CONVERSATIONS WITH WAIRIMU NDUNG'U

August 2023

In this episode of "this is bipolar" I share my complete bipolar disorder diagnosis journey for the first time ever. A goal come true.

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TEAM SYNC: ADAMUR

June 2023

Conducted sessions with Adamur to identify communication gaps between founders and developers to unlock innovation and synergy so the team takes more ownership in running the company.

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NATRELLA WELLNESS PARTNER

June 2023

I've been managing and researching mental illness for 20 years now and have accumulated a wealth of information on management, treatment gaps in the mental health system in Kenya and self-advocacy with practitioners.

As a bipolar activist, I'm on a mission to equip you with information and prepare 1 million people living with mental illness for income opportunities.

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TEAM SYNC: NDOVU

March 2023

Invited by wealth tech Ndovu Cofounder and CEO, Radhika Bachu, to give a talk on cultivating a “Founder Mindset” weaving in my experiences with bipolar that mirror the resilience required to build a company when no one is clapping for you.

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BIPOLAR FUNDRAISER FOR KAMILI ORGANISATION

May 2022

After listening to my story Prof Myriam Sidibe, Founder of Brands on a Mission, ran the Lewa Half Marathon to raise 2000 USD for people living with bipolar disorder receiving treatment at Kamili Organisation in Kenya. Brands on a Mission graciously matched the original amount we raised on M-Changa.

CELEBRATION THROUGH REFLECTION WITH NATRELLA

December 2022

Initiated a social media campaign with mental health tech Natrella in December celebrating my wins using their self-care app. Resulting in 300 more entries on the “Wins” feature which also rose from position 6 to 3 in most used activities that month.

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TRANSITION INTO TECH: TULIX

April 2022

Brian Muriu and Alistair Gould understand how managing money can be stressful if you're dealing with past traumas and negative money habits. As an activist in this space, I recognize their bravery and work with them knowing the opportunities for both impact & profit in fintech.


So we're building a money management companion that goes beyond the numbers to help people understand and heal their relationship with money.

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CHIROMO LIVE: LIFESTYLE AND MENTAL HEALTH

November 2021

Mental health is influenced not only by trait markers, general living conditions and major life events but also by simple everyday behaviours that can be altered by an individual.

My current lifestyle is a fundamental part of my bipolar management plan. Listen to our discussion as panellists on this important topic.

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"We Want Safe Spaces to Talk" USIU-Africa Students Cry Out

August 2021

A condensed report of the academic study I designed and conducted for my senior project as part of my undergraduate requirements.

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