Mental Health in the Hustle: Harvard Law, Corporate Life with Derek Manners

18/05/2025 46 min Episodio 100
Mental Health in the Hustle: Harvard Law, Corporate Life with Derek Manners

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Send us a textWhat does it really take to succeed, and stay mentally well, when you’re grinding through some of the most high-pressure environments in the world?In this powerful episode of The Speak Your Vision Podcast, host Tarik Williams sits down with corporate lawyer and Harvard Law graduate Derek Manners for a raw, real, and timely conversation during Mental Health Awareness Month.Derek opens up about his journey from growing up poor to walking the halls of Harvard Law and navigating life now as a high-achieving corporate attorney. But this isn’t just a story about hard work—it’s about what it costs and how we care for ourselves along the way.In this episode, we explore:The pressure of elite academic spaces and its effect on mental healthWhat it means to stay grounded in high-stakes corporate lifeThe truth about burnout, overworking, and how to set internal boundariesWhy mental health isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a survival toolHow Derek’s background shaped his mindset, discipline, and valuesReal strategies for prioritizing yourself without losing your ambitionWhether you’re an entrepreneur, student, or professional navigating long hours and big dreams, this episode reminds you: you don’t have to sacrifice your mental well-being to succeed.Get the prioritize you workbook Welcome to the Speak Your Vision Podcast where we talk about having a strong growth mindset and a positive lifestyle.🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes on positivity, mindset and growth Download the free How to Win Everyday Guide Check out the Vision of Hope Merch line Get the Prioritize You Workbook