How I Work Work-Life Fusion: Is it a problem if your career becomes your identity?
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Mar 26, 2025 In this engaging conversation, clinical psychologist Sabina Read, known for her insights on 3AW and her podcast 'Human Cogs', tackles the tricky relationship between identity and work. She discusses how many people tie their self-worth to their job and the potential pitfalls of this connection. Sabina offers practical strategies for setting healthy boundaries and emphasizes the importance of pursuing interests outside of work. Key points include identifying over-identification with one's career and the value of diverse friendships in shaping one's identity.
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Plane Conversation
- Sabina Read befriended a flight attendant and had a deep conversation about his personal life.
- This illustrates her natural curiosity and how her "psychologist" identity permeates her life.
Identity Beyond Roles
- People often define themselves by their roles (mother, wife, psychologist), which can be problematic if the role disappears.
- Identifying personal qualities (compassionate, curious) separate from roles creates a more stable sense of self.
Work-Family Conflict
- Amantha Imber prioritizes work over family despite family being her top value, finding a clear sense of progress in work.
- She seeks comparable "achievement" moments in family life, like a meaningful movie date with her daughter.