Strong Tea - Episode 58 - Mental Health: The Angel & The Devil

Trigger Warning: This episode and description contains details of suicide, eating disorders and depression.

This episode features a truly inspiring guest. Sandeep Saib is a lived experience mental health advocate, Rethink Mental Health Charity committee member, Time to Change London champion, Samaritans volunteer, South Asian Health Action Mental Health ambassador ....and so much more. Basically she is one of the most interesting, honest, and passionate people you could ever have the pleasure to meet. 

We spoke to Sandeep on the 9th anniversary of the day she attempted to take her own life. We were honoured she had chosen to share this important date with us and sharing her story to help others. Sandeep talks about the beginnings of her mental health struggles through to her diagnosis of body dysmorphic disorder, anorexia nervosa, and obsessive compulsive disorder.  She explores with us the importance of race and how it is often overlooked when it comes to mental health, and how her faith and family have been paramount in her journey. Sandeep also featured in a powerful film called Breaking the Silence which you can watch here (391) The Angel and the Devil (from the 'Breaking the Silence' documentary series) - YouTube

If you would like to find out more about Sandeep or contact her then you can find her socials via this link:

Sandeep Saib | Twitter, Instagram, Facebook | Linktree

A massive thank you again to Sandeep and all the incredible work she does.