Episode Summary

In this episode of The Mindful Living Podcast, host Sana sits down with Dagna Bieda, a former engineer turned mental health coach, to explore her transition from the tech world to coaching. Dagna opens up about her struggles with burnout and postpartum depression, which ultimately led her to a path of healing and personal growth. Together, Sana and Dagna discuss the widespread issue of burnout in the tech industry, the tools that support mental well-being, and the potential of psychedelic experiences in personal transformation. Dagna also introduces her upcoming book, Brain Refactor, which uses programming analogies to help readers improve their mental health and overcome challenges like imposter syndrome and self-doubt. The book is set to be available on Amazon from October 1st, 2024, with a special offer of 99 cents for the first month.

About the Guest:

Dagna Bieda is a former engineer who experienced burnout and postpartum depression before transitioning into a career as a mental health coach. Through therapy and transformative psychedelic experiences, she developed new perspectives on personal growth and now helps others reprogram their minds. Dagna's upcoming book, Brain Refactor, set to release on October 1st, 2024, is a practical guide to overcoming mental health challenges using programming concepts. Listeners can also connect with Dagna on ⁠linkedin.com/in/dagnabieda⁠.

Key Takeaways:

1. Recognizing Burnout: Dagna shares her personal journey of burnout and how it impacted her career and mental health, offering insights into the warning signs many in the tech industry face.

2. Mental Health Tools: The importance of therapy, neurofeedback, and even psychedelics as powerful tools to support mental health and career success.

3. The Role of Psychedelics: Dagna discusses the potential risks and benefits of psychedelic therapy, stressing the importance of medical oversight and considering personal and family mental health histories.

4. Personal Growth: Both Sana and Dagna emphasize the importance of self-reflection and growth, with practical advice on how to shift one's mindset to overcome obstacles.

5. Book Preview – Brain Refactor: Dagna introduces her book, which uses programming metaphors to help readers “refactor” their mental code and optimize their well-being.

This episode will inspire tech professionals and anyone interested in personal growth to explore new ways of overcoming burnout and embracing mental well-being.