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Q: "What Did the Pandemic Teach Us About Happiness?"

The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos

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Burnout in Healthcare: Challenges and Strategies

This chapter explores the burnout experienced by healthcare workers during the pandemic, highlighting key surveys and the Surgeon General's report on contributing factors. It discusses the emotional exhaustion, cynicism, and feelings of ineffectiveness prevalent in the profession, stressing the need for systemic change to tackle these issues. The conversation also emphasizes the importance of managing negative emotions and the necessity of social connections to enhance overall mental well-being.

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