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          Shared Experiences: Running a small business during the pandemic

          By Cristina Huré, Community Manager
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          This episode of our Shared Experiences series features a small business owner, Catherine, who opens up about the lows she experienced during the pandemic. 

          Running a business always comes with challenges, learnings, up and downs and more but the pandemic didn't make it any easier. Hear Catherine's story here and remember, you're never alone: 

          Brought to you by real people with real stories, our Shared Experiences series shines light on the mental health struggles we all commonly face. One in five people experience a mental illness in a given year and by the time someone reaches 40, the prevalence is one in two and many don't reach out for help. At MindBeacon, we strive to change that. Care to share your story and help others remember they're not alone? Reach out to community@mindbeacon.com to play your part in removing the stigma. 

          "Start by accepting the increased uncertainty..."

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