The Hardcore Self Help Podcast with Duff the Psych

Episode 382: Changing Name at Work & Dealing with Emotional Numbness

Jan 19, 2024

Topics include changing name at work, dealing with emotional numbness, exploring identity through name change, confronting emotional numbness, strategies for communicating name change, reconnecting with emotions, anhedonia and emotional numbness

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Strategies are discussed for introducing a name change in a professional setting, emphasizing the importance of respecting the individual's identity and considering potential challenges.

The episode explores anhedonia, discussing its connection to depression and offering practical advice on reconnecting with emotions through mindfulness, behavioral activation, and professional help.

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Navigating the Workplace after Transition

The episode provides guidance on informing your workplace about transitioning and changing your name. Different perspectives, options, and scripts for discussing the change with colleagues are offered. The importance of being respectful to the individual who changed their name is emphasized. The episode acknowledges the potential challenges of coming out in an environment where acceptance may be limited.

Introduction

4min

Navigating Coming Out at Work

11min

Navigating Sharing Personal Information and Changing Names

2min

Navigating Conversations About Name Changes

4min

Owning Your Identity and Indoor Air Pollution

3min

Understanding Anhedonia and Emotional Numbness

10min

Hello friends! In today’s episode, we delve into two compelling listener questions that touch on deeply personal experiences and emotional challenges:

Exploring Identity Through Name Change: Our first question comes from a listener who has recently undergone the significant process of legally changing their name, a journey often intertwined with gender identity and personal transformation. We discuss the complexities of introducing this change in a professional setting, especially in environments where such changes might not be widely accepted. We explore strategies for communicating the change, dealing with potential challenges, and staying true to one's identity.

Confronting Emotional Numbness: The second question addresses a concerning experience of emotional numbness, where even significant life events fail to elicit expected emotional reactions. We delve into the concept of anhedonia, its connection to depression, and the possible causes of this emotional disconnection. Practical advice is offered on how to reconnect with emotions, including mindfulness techniques, behavioral activation, and the importance of considering physical health factors and professional help.

As always, your questions and experiences enrich our discussions and bring valuable insights to our community. If there's a question or topic on your mind, don't hesitate to reach out at duffthepsych@gmail.com. For full show notes and more resources, head to http://duffthepsych.com/episode382.

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