Andy Dunn Thinks Being Vulnerable is a Strength

Question 1

Closeted

Answer 1

adjective
A secret
* I’ve had a closeted struggle with depression my whole life.
* He was a closeted homosexual in his 20’s.

Question 2

Intersect

Answer 2

verb
When two things are connected in some way and influence each other
* My work and personal life is constantly intersecting.
* His book is about how politics and society intersect.

Question 3

A mood disorder

Answer 3

noun
A mental health condition that affects your emotional state
* Many mood disorders are treatable through psychotherapy.
* She appears to be suffering from some kind of mood disorder.

Question 4

Out
(with something)

Answer 4

phrasal verb
To make something secret known to others / the public
* She has been out with her illness for a while now.
* He is out with the fact that he suffers from bipolar disorder.

Question 5

Progressive

Answer 5

adjective
Systems & ideas that are modern, encouraging change in society
* They have been slow to adopt all these progressive ideas.
* We are proud to be the most progressive company in our field.

Question 6

Insurance package

Answer 6

noun
The insurance policy a person is given by their employer
* They offer a pretty comprehensive insurance package.
* Our insurance package does not cover dental work.

Question 7

Stipend

Answer 7

noun
An amount of money that is regularly paid to someone not based on the amount of work they do
* We receive a monthly stipend to cover our transportation costs.
* She gets a daily stipend for meals from her college.

Question 8

Disclosure

Answer 8

noun
Making something known that was not known before
* The disclosure of these legal documents is very important.
* I need full disclosure of your past dealings.

Question 9

A safe space

Answer 9

adjective - noun
An environment where someone will feel confident that they will not be exposed to any harm/discrimination
* We have created a safe space for staff to speak about their personal problems.
* Don’t worry, this is a safe space.

Question 10

An external party

Answer 10

noun
Someone outside of an organization
* We have an external party check our books.
* You might need to consult with an external party.

Question 11

Put up a mask

Answer 11

verbal phrase
To not show one’s true self / feelings
* He tends to put up a mask of confidence at work.
* I used to have to put up a mask when speaking to him.

Question 12

Narrative

Answer 12

noun
A story
* It is based on a narrative from ancient Egypt.
* The narrative in one’s mind is perhaps not correct.