Front Row Seat with Ken Coleman Stop Telling People You're Stressed Out
Jul 17, 2024
The discussion highlights the phenomenon of 'stress bragging,' where sharing busyness leads to resentment among peers. It explores how this harmful habit can cloud personal identity and emphasizes the importance of reframing stress conversations for better workplace interactions. The speaker advocates for cultivating happiness as a key to professional success, linking joy with financial stability. A live coaching call reveals the struggle of transitioning careers, showcasing the need for clearer communication and supportive environments to foster growth.
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Stress Bragging Backfires
- Constantly telling others you're stressed leads to resentment and loss of respect at work.
- This behavior, known as stress bragging, signals trying too hard or seeking importance.
Why We Brag About Stress
- People brag about stress to boost fragile self-worth or appear competent.
- Often it serves as a shield to avoid deeper communication or uncomfortable conversations.
Overscheduling as Identity Escape
- Ken shared an example of a woman overscheduling to find identity and escape peace.
- Constant busyness became her way to feel purposeful and avoid stillness.
