TED: Lessons from losing my mind | Andy Dunn

The speaker shares a personal journey of experiencing a manic episode, being diagnosed with bipolar disorder, and founding the ecommerce company Bonobos. The narrative explores the intersection of mental health and entrepreneurship, highlighting the challenges and successes faced. The speaker emphasizes the importance of support, mental health management, and advocates for accessible mental healthcare.

What realization did the speaker come to during a manic episode in college?

• That they should start a new religion

• That they needed to drop out of college

• That they were the Messiah

• That they were destined to be a famous entrepreneur

What percentage of entrepreneurs are estimated to have bipolar disorder?

• 15%

• 5%

• 3%

• 11%

What does the speaker believe about the relationship between mental health and entrepreneurship?

• Mental health issues hinder entrepreneurial success

• Entrepreneurs are immune to mental health issues

• Neurodiversity can drive innovation

• They are completely unrelated

What was the initial reaction of venture capitalists to the idea of selling pants online?

• They were highly supportive

• They thought it was a crazy idea

• They believed it was a guaranteed success

• They were indifferent

What significant event occurred in the speaker's life in 2016?

• They launched a new product line

• They moved to a new city

• They experienced a severe manic episode

• They sold their company

What did the speaker's mother-in-law compare bipolar disorder to?

• A temporary setback

• A chronic physical illness

• A spiritual journey

• A minor inconvenience

What does the speaker emphasize about the nature of love in relationships?

• It is dependent on social status

• It is based on financial stability

• It is always unconditional

• It requires accountability and boundaries

What is one of the speaker's strategies for managing bipolar disorder?

• Avoiding all medications

• Regular therapy sessions

• Ignoring symptoms

• Relying solely on family support

What does the speaker suggest should be mandatory for team leaders?

• Annual retreats

• Therapy sessions

• Quarterly performance reviews

• Weekly team meetings

What is the speaker's ultimate goal for mental healthcare?

• To make it a luxury service

• To make it universally accessible and affordable

• To privatize it completely

• To limit it to severe cases