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Jennifer Moss joins me to discuss the profound shifts in the workplace over the last decade and the impact they've had on our wellbeing. She shares compelling evidence that happier employees enhance the bottom line, making it clear that investing in effective wellbeing strategies is not just logical but essential. Jen emphasises the importance of getting the foundational elements right, like psychological safety and fair pay, rather than the typical perks that often miss the mark.

Jen has the lowdown on whether workplace satisfaction varies across generations, what the optimal model is for hybrid working, and strategies that individuals can apply to enhance their workplace happiness. If you're feeling overwhelmed or unfulfilled at work, tune in for actionable steps you can take to regain control and advocate for your own happiness, or to create a thriving workplace for your team.

Takeaways

• Happiness at work depends heavily on foundational needs being met, not perks.
• Generational differences impact attitudes to work and motivational drivers.
• There is an optimal model for hybrid work that enhances employee engagement but most organisations are getting it wrong.
• Leadership plays a crucial role in shaping workplace happiness and culture but individuals can take proactive steps to improve their work satisfaction.
• Relationships at work significantly affect overall well-being and job satisfaction.
• Creating a culture of kindness is key to enhancing employee morale and productivity.

Connect with Jen:

https://www.jennifer-moss.com/

Jen's latest book:

Why Are We Here? Creating a Work Culture Everyone Wants

Unlocking Happiness at Work: 10th Anniversary Edition

The Burnout Epidemic: The Rise of Chronic Stress & How We Can Fix It

Research Mentioned in This Episode

• Social contagion theory
• Positive Gossip Fuels Creativity
• Groups that eat together perform better together
• The optimal model for hybrid work

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Anger is an emotion we often struggle to navigate. In this solo episode, I'm sharing the recent experience of one of my clients, who was grappling with intense feelings of anger. As a psychologist, I recognise that anger often masks deeper vulnerabilities like sadness and fear, but this episode isn't just about identifying what's underneath anger; it's about understanding the importance of expressing our anger in healthy ways.

Many of us, particularly women, have been socialised to suppress anger, and unresolved anger impacts our own physical and mental health. I emphasise in this episode that anger has a purpose, and that is to alert us to injustice and motivate us to take action. Therefore, it's crucial to acknowledge and express our anger rather than bottle it up.

I provide practical advice on how to navigate these feelings, and the importance of clear, assertive communication without veering into aggression. By sharing my client's experience (with her permission), I hope to encourage you to embrace your anger as a valid emotion and learn to express it constructively.

This isn't just about venting but learning to advocate for yourself, communicating with intention, and ultimately finding resolution, whether that be with another person, or within yourself.

Takeaways:

• Anger often serves as a protector, alerting us to deeper vulnerabilities that we need to address.
• We need to find healthier ways to express anger rather than suppressing or denying it
• It's crucial for us to differentiate between being assertive and being aggressive in our communication.
• Expressing anger constructively involves being clear about our feelings without resorting to accusations.
• Understanding that anger is a natural emotion, and learning how to express it can improve our well-being.

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Couples Therapist, Tarah Kerwin opens up about how her past trauma affected her relationship with her husband EJ, also a therapist. Despite their professional expertise, they both realised they needed to address their personal issues to save their marriage and build a thriving partnership.

Cass and Tarah discuss the importance of self-awareness, emotional safety, understanding the impact of early attachment wounds and building compassionate communication skills. This episode will offer hope to anyone going through relationship difficulties that healing is possible, and that with the right tools, your relationship can be stronger than ever.

Takeaways:

• Past traumas often act as triggers in present relationships but with self-awareness, they can be powerful catalysts for growth.
• Even if one partner is less willing to work on the issues, there is great value in having individual therapy around relationships.
• No-one is taught how to communicate intimacy needs but this is a skill that can be learned.
• Even the most fractured relationships can be restored and rebuilt to be stronger than ever if both people are willing to do the work.

Connect with Tarah and learn about her Relationship Renovation program:

www.relationshiprenovation.com

Resources mentioned in this episode:

https://www.tarabrach.com/rain/

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