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Workplace Chronicles: Healing from Trauma in the Workplace

Workplace Chronicles: Healing from Trauma in the Workplace

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 Host Jonathan Moore and Dr. Rick Piwowarski, an education leader with 20 years of experience, discusses healing from workplace trauma. They explore how professional trauma affects identity, how to recognize signs, and how to heal. Dr. Piwowarski shares insights from his leadership in education, finance, and community service.

KEY TOPICS
  • Understanding Trauma
  • Recognizing Signs
  • The Human Element
  • Four-Step Healing
  • Leadership & Trauma
  • Spiritual Dimension
TIMESTAMPED CHAPTERS
  • 00:00:00 - Welcome
  • 00:01:30 - Jonathan's Story
  • 00:08:45 - Introducing Dr. Rick Piwowarski
  • 00:12:20 - Defining Workplace Trauma
  • 00:19:56 - Signs of Trauma
  • 00:26:33 - People vs. Institutions
  • 00:33:18 - Personalities & Dynamics
  • 00:42:15 - Protection Mechanism
  • 00:51:30 - Four-Step Healing Framework
  • 01:01:12 - Know Your Why
  • 01:08:45 - Setting Boundaries
GUEST INFORMATION

Dr. Rick Piwowarski Education Leader, Father, Husband, and Friend - 20 years in education, including 8 years as a teacher and 12 years in leadership roles. Rick brings expertise in education leadership, finance, community service, and philanthropy.
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Why This Conversation Matters

"You have to recognize too, a lot of these attacks about you personally—it's not you. They don't know you. They have a perception of you, they have an idea of you, but there's no way they've ever gotten to know who you are."- Dr. Rick Piwowarski
  • Universal Experience
  • Leadership Vulnerability
  • Generational Impact
  • Hope for Healing
This episode provides a roadmap for healing from workplace trauma, emphasizing that while environments aren't fully controllable, our response and healing are within our power.

Steps You Can Take Today
  • Identify Your Why
  • Build Your Core Group
  • Name What's Triggered
  • Set Clear Boundaries
  • Separate Professional from Personal
  • Seek Professional Support
RESOURCES & LINKS
Official Organizations/Websites
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  • Loyola University Chicago
  • Simon Sinek - Start With Why Resources
  • Brené Brown - Leadership and Boundaries Resources
  • Workplace Mental Health Resources
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  • #WorkplaceHealing
Healing Is Possible—And You Have More Power Than You Think

Healing from workplace trauma is possible. As Dr. Piwowarski says, "God equips the called"—but we must do the work. Trauma's power stems from unresolved triggers. By knowing your why, building support, identifying triggers, and setting boundaries, you can heal and emerge stronger.

Remember: People's opinions of you are none of your business. Focus on who you are, why you're here, and your calling. The rest is noise.

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