In this episode, Eddy and Erica Thomas discuss the challenges of showing up at work when life is hard. They emphasize the importance of resilience over burnout, exploring the impact of toxic work environments and societal stressors. The conversation highlights the significance of community, mindfulness, and personal growth in managing stress. They share practical strategies for coping with life's pressures and the transformative power of serving others.

Takeaways

• Resilience is about pushing through difficult times while prioritizing mental health.
• Toxic work environments significantly harm mental health.
• Community and connection are vital for reducing stress.
• Mindfulness practices can help manage stress and promote personal growth.
• Setting micro boundaries at work can alleviate pressure.

Resources

Practical tools for finding steadiness in the middle of stress. Mindful offers short, accessible articles and guided practices focused on emotional regulation, stress reduction, and presence. These resources are especially helpful for navigating difficult workdays when focus, patience, and self-compassion feel hard to access.

Support doesn’t have to be complicated to begin. Psychology Today’s therapist directory allows you to search for licensed mental health professionals by location, specialty, insurance, and personal preferences. For listeners considering therapy, this is a practical first step toward finding support that fits their needs.

The science behind resilience, connection, and meaning. The Greater Good Science Center translates research into real-world practices around compassion, burnout, purpose, and belonging. Their work helps normalize stress while offering evidence-based ways to reconnect with ourselves and others during challenging seasons.

Understanding stress as a biological and emotional experience. This book reframes burnout not as personal failure but as an incomplete stress response in the body. It’s a powerful resource for anyone feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or stuck—especially those trying to keep showing up when life feels relentless.

Recognizing when stress becomes more than stress. The Jed Foundation provides tools and guidance for mental health awareness, emotional wellbeing, and crisis support. Their resources help individuals and organizations identify warning signs, reduce stigma, and take meaningful steps toward care and connection.

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Produced by Say Some Thing Studios.

Music: "Fun Pop" by Keeanna Kee from Canva & "Coronea" by Blue Dot Sessions from the free music archive. This work is openly licensed via CC BY 4.0.