In this Deep Dive episode, Kerry Tottingham shares her journey from childhood through her career and personal life, including her experiences with endometriosis. The discussion covers managing chronic health issues, the evolution of her charity, and its mission to tackle societal inequalities and promote healing-centred design. The conversation highlights the charity’s work in coaching, project development, and its trauma-informed project supporting community organisations. Future goals include embedding these principles within the charity and amplifying their impact. The episode concludes with quickfire questions on personal values, inspiring work, and the legacy one hopes to leave. Key Highlights Creative Beginnings: Kerry’s upbringing in a creative family sparked her interest in various art forms, shaping her career and allowing her to explore and express creativity. Career Evolution: Starting with freelance art projects and community work, Kerry transitioned to roles in writing and project management for charities, leveraging her creative background to support meaningful causes. Personal Challenges: Balancing career responsibilities with single parenthood significantly impacted Kerry’s career decisions and personal growth. Health Struggles: Kerry shared her experience with endometriosis, discussing how the condition affected her productivity and overall well-being. Managing chronic pain and finding effective coping strategies have been central to her personal and professional life. Nonprofit Founding: Kerry’s transition to founding "Brilliant Thing" emerged from a desire to overcome limitations and drive social change. The nonprofit focuses on addressing systemic inequalities and supporting impactful projects. Mission and Work: The organisation engages in coaching, project development, and trauma-informed initiatives, including a significant project to support community sector organisations. Future Vision: Kerry aims to model social change by integrating healing-centred design within her organisation and amplifying its impact. Personal Reflections: The conversation concludes with Kerry reflecting on her values, aspirations, and the legacy she hopes to leave, emphasising the importance of inspiring others and creating a lasting positive impact.   Resources:   Kerry Tottingham | LinkedIn:  A Brilliant Thing | LinkedIn:  A Brilliant Thing:  Endometriosis UK:  The Lighthouse - social change networking group run by A Brilliant Thing CIC: