“Proving yourself, working harder, taking care of the business first, and believing that the business will take care of you instead of taking care of ourselves are shown to be the root cause of burnout.”
In this Future of Work episode, host
Rebecca takes the mic solo to peel back the layers on collective global reflections sparked by the pandemic and confronting the unwelcome guest at our societal table: burnout.
Rebecca challenges the deeply ingrained notions of success as we contemplate how the pressure to constantly prove and push ourselves is sowed even in the innocence of childhood. This episode confronts the uncomfortable truths about our parenting, our workplace culture, and the hollow victory of accolades over authentic well-being.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Honor the unique value that each individual brings to an organization to effect positive change in the world
- Working harder and putting business first are the root causes of burnout - shift this mindset to one that prioritizes self-care and internal growth
- The focus on future of work should be on deeper systemic changes rather than just the physical location of where work is done
Things to listen for:
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06:09] Don’t neglect personal well-being and joy
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07:51] The social aspect of sports can overshadow competition
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11:38] Combat burnout and redefine success with authentic self-care
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15:35] Set boundaries for yourself
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17:53] Reflect on habits, beliefs and nurture kids wisely.
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What is Write Your OWN Story?
We were told there are rules and expectations that the world has for us. Somebody told us about “us” and who we are supposed to be. We got that degree, that certification, that promotion, but what about “us”—our gifts, talents, uniqueness, passions? Created and hosted by the venerable Rebecca Fleetwood Hession, Write Your OWN Story offers insights from her coaching and her book Write Your OWN Story, Three Keys to Rise and Thrive. She gives listeners structure and ideas that they can take and make their own path. The show features personal accounts from Rebecca and interviews with guests focused on stories—the human side of business; money—richer, intentional conversations around this necessary commodity; and rhythm—living in the emotional flow of life and work.
Every episode is designed to inspire, empower, and excite listeners to create their own life and career of thriving. The most courageous thing we can do is to connect, especially with ourselves. New episodes every week. Follow along wherever you get your audio.