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Managing the Mental Health Impact of Sociopolitical Uncertainty and Targeted Hate
Whether it’s interpersonal division, crappy economics, climate change, socioeconomic division, or harmful global social change. You name it--we seem to be dealing with it. In this article, Melissa shares practical strategies for employees and leaders to manage the mental health impacts associated with these challenging times.
The High-Stress Hustle: Badge of Honor or Burning Out?
Let's talk about stress at work. Is weathering excessive pressures a testament to your grit, a badge of honor you wear with pride? Or is work-related stress a sign of self-sacrifice, slowly eroding your well-being for the sake of the almighty paycheck or even your sense of pride? Let's explore.
Could Your “Baggage" Be Affecting Your Relationships at Work?
You may be carrying around emotional baggage from past traumatic experiences and not even realize it. Learn how to work through these issues so they don't affect your job performance or relationship with your co-workers.
The Roe v. Wade Overturn: What Will Impact Our Mental Health Next?
As we move forward from the Roe vs Wade decision, there are several areas where we may see further legal challenges that will impact peoples’ rights and how they live their daily lives. How should employers respond when employees experience angst and mental health struggles as a result of these changes?