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This Is Actually Happening

309: What if you gave everything to The Job?

Mar 5, 2024
Explore the impact of toxic work patterns on a tragic outcome, prioritizing personal happiness over work, acts of compassion in challenging environments, confronting corporate culture after a tragic loss, and demanding justice for a colleague dealing with work-related stress.
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  • Workaholic patterns can lead to tragic consequences for individuals and relationships.
  • Advocacy for mental health initiatives is crucial to prevent work-related stress and prioritize well-being.

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Family Background and Early Life Struggles

Raised in challenging family environments, the speaker's parents had faced poverty and health issues. Her mother, diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis at a young age, left home early seeking a better life. Growing up in Alberta, her father, coming from a poor family background, was driven to succeed and prioritized work over family time.

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