<p>In this powerful season opener, we welcome Heather Grunkemeier, a dedicated advocate for trust, safety, and mental health. Heather's journey began in 2017 when she discovered her passion for making technology products safer, eventually leading her to work with global brands, including Expedia and Rover. In this episode, Heather shares her personal story of resilience, the struggles she faced in her career, and how she now advocates for mindfulness to manage stress and improve well-being.</p> Meet Our Guest - Heather Grunkemeier <p>Heather has spent years developing strategies that enhance trust and safety while achieving business goals. As the former head of Trust and Safety Strategy at Rover, Heather worked with cross-functional teams to prioritize risks and develop policies that build customer trust. Her expertise in handling sensitive situations, such as preventing harm on digital platforms, shows her unwavering commitment to making the world safer.</p> <p>Today, Heather emphasizes the importance of mental health, especially for professionals in high-stress roles like trust and safety. Through her personal experiences, Heather advocates mindfulness to manage stress, find inner peace, and build resilience. Her passion for sharing these insights is driven by her belief that mental health awareness is critical in today's world.</p> Topics Covered: <ul><li>Heather's career journey in the tech industry and her transition to trust and safety.</li> <li>The mental health challenges she faced while navigating high-pressure roles.</li> <li>The personal tragedy that led her to reevaluate her priorities.</li> <li>How mindfulness has transformed Heather's approach to life and work.</li> <li>Practical advice on building resilience in the face of professional and personal struggles.</li> </ul> Heather's Contact Information: <ul><li>Website: <a href="https://twinkle.llc/">https://twinkle.llc/</a></li> <li>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/heather.grunkemeier/">https://www.facebook.com/heather.grunkemeier/</a></li> <li>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-grunkemeier-823866/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-grunkemeier-823866/</a></li> </ul> Call to Action: <p>If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues, reach out to the crisis hotline in your area. It's OK not to be OK—make sure you're talking to someone.</p> <ul><li>United States: Call or text 988 | <a href="https://988lifeline.org/talk-to-someone-now/">https://988lifeline.org/talk-to-someone-now/</a></li> <li>Canada: Call or text 988 | <a href="https://988.ca/">https://988.ca/</a></li> <li>Worldwide: Find help | <a href="https://findahelpline.com/">https://findahelpline.com/</a></li> </ul> Connect with G-Rex and Dirty Skittles: <ul><li>Website: <a href="https://goesoninourheads.net/">https://goesoninourheads.net/</a></li> <li>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/shltthatgoesoninourheads">https://www.facebook.com/shltthatgoesoninourheads</a></li> <li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grex_and_dirtyskittles/">https://www.instagram.com/grex_and_dirtyskittles/</a></li> </ul> Participate & Support: <ul><li>Newsletter: <a href="https://sh-t-that-goes-on-in-our-heads.ck.page/profile">https://sh-t-that-goes-on-in-our-heads.ck.page/profile</a></li> <li>Merchandise: <a href="https://www.goesoninourheads.shop/">https://www.goesoninourheads.shop</a></li> <li>Donate: <a href="https://donate.stripe.com/8wM4hy4js24y9b26oo">https://donate.stripe.com/8wM4hy4js24y9b26oo</a></li> </ul> Engagement & Advertising Opportunities: <ul><li>Advertise with us: <a href="https://www.passionfroot.me/goesoninourheads">https://www.passionfroot.me/goesoninourheads</a></li> </ul> Acknowledgments: <p>Audio Editing by NJz Audio.</p> Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review! <p>Subscribe for more inspiring stories. Rate and review us on your favorite podcast platform, or visit our website to leave your feedback: <a href="https://goesoninourheads.net/add-your-podcast-reviews">https://goesoninourheads.net/add-your-podcast-reviews</a></p> <p> </p> <p>#STGOIOH #MentalHealthPodcast #GREX #DirtySkittles #TrustAndSafety #MentalHealthAwareness #ResilienceStory #MindfulnessMatters #HeatherGrunkemeier #MentalWellness #OvercomingAdversity #StressManagement #WorkplaceMentalHealth #MindfulnessInTech #TechAndSafety #MentalHealthAdvocate #BreakTheStigma #InnerPeace #MentalHealthJourney #MentalHealthSupport #CrisisHelp</p>