Episode 41 – Living and Working with Bipolar in Construction | The MYH Podcast

Welcome to Episode 41 of The MYH Podcast, where we dive deep into the real, raw, and inspiring stories from people in the UK construction industry. In this episode, I'm working in London and sit down with Patrick, a dedicated construction manager, to have an open and powerful conversation about mental health, well-being, and living with bipolar disorder.

Patrick bravely shares his journey with bipolar, how it’s impacted his life both on-site and at home, and the incredible highs and crushing lows that come with it. From being sectioned twice against his will, to spending time in police cells during his lowest moments, Patrick has truly been through it all. But his story isn’t just one of struggle—it's one of strength, growth, and resilience.

This episode is a must-watch for anyone working in the construction industry who wants to better understand mental health conditions like bipolar and how they affect everyday life. Patrick’s honesty will resonate with so many who feel they have to hide how they’re really feeling. This is what The MYH Podcast is all about—breaking the stigma, having real conversations, and letting people know they’re not alone.

🛠️ Whether you’re a bricklayer, site manager, groundworker, or apprentice—mental health matters on every level in construction. This is your reminder that it’s okay to not be okay, and even more okay to ask for help.

👉 If you believe in supporting mental health in construction, hit SUBSCRIBE, give this video a LIKE, and SHARE it on your socials. The more people we reach, the more lives we can positively impact.

💬 Drop a COMMENT below—has your workplace ever talked about mental health? Do you or someone you know live with bipolar while working in construction? Let’s start a conversation.

Together, we can change the culture, raise awareness, and smash the stigma around mental health in the construction industry.

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https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0B92KKCW8

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if you feel like you need support with the things we spoke on this episode please see the links below.

Bipolar UK National UK Charity

https://www.bipolaruk.org/

Lighthouse Construction Charity.

https://lighthousecharity.org/

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