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EPISODE · Oct 13, 2025 · 53 MIN

The Origin of a Mental Health Disorder – the day I stopped recognising myself

from Man vs Mind · host Man Vs Mind

What happens when your mind suddenly turns against you?In this powerful episode of Man vs Mind, Tim shares the story of the day his life changed and his mental health collapsed – the exact moment that sparked nearly a decade of anxiety, self-doubt, and (eventually) recovery.From a life-altering mental breakdown at work to months of fear, depression, medical confusion, and a lost identity – this is the raw, unfiltered account of how one morning changed everything forever.It’s about vulnerability, diagnosis, therapy, medication, and the courage to finally ask for help.If you’ve ever felt “not yourself,” or wondered where your anxiety began, this episode is a must-listen.(Warning: This episode contains particularly strong language, and detailed descriptions of mental distress.)If you’re enjoying the show PLEASE consider leaving us a 5* rating and a few words to review the show - the algorithm loves it and it’ll help more people find the show ❤️❤️Head to our Patreon for exclusive bonus content! Just click here or search for Manvsmindpod on Patreon today!Get in touch! Email us with your questions or comments at [email protected], send us a message (or a voice note!) on Instagram @ManvsMindPod, and head to www.manvsmindpod.com for our full list of episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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