We interview Dr. Sharon Grossman, also known as the “Burnout Doc,” about how to prevent and recover from burnout, and manage stress. We discuss what burnout is, its symptoms and causes, and how to identify and reduce the risk of it. The conversation provides practical tips and strategies for preventing and recovering from burnout, managing stress, and building resilience.  Sharon Grossman is a leading expert on burnout, stress, productivity, and employee well-being. She is a psychologist, executive coach, keynote speaker, and author of the international bestseller The Solution to Burnout: 7 Steps from Exhausted to Extraordinary (2020). Her most recent book is The Stress Advantage: Lessons from the Tennis Court (2023).    Sharon teaches, trains and coaches people and organizations to become resilient in the face of stress, build the skills for optimal performance, redesign their mindsets, habits and lifestyle, and overcome resentment.    Learn more and subscribe at flourishfmpodcast.com/sharongrossman    Follow us: YouTube @flourishfmcast Instagram @flourishfmpodcast TikTok @flourishfmpodcast Twitter @flourishfmcast Facebook @flourishfmcast LinkedIn @flourishfmpodcast   Sharon’s website: drsharongrossman.com Sharon’s LinkedIn Sharon’s YouTube Sharon’s Instagram The Solution to Burnout: 7 Steps from Exhausted to Extraordinary (2020) The Stress Advantage: Lessons from the Tennis Court (2023) Sharon’s Burnout Meter quiz   Timestamps: 00:00:05 - Introduction to Dr. Sharon Grossman 00:00:53 - Burnout and Its Symptoms 00:01:36 - Stress and Burnout 00:02:21 - The Complexity of Burnout 00:03:14 - Empowering Individuals to Address Burnout 00:04:08 - Chronic Stress and Its Impact 00:05:26 - The Role of Organizational and Personal Factors in Burnout 00:06:11 - Understanding Stress and Its Chronic Nature 00:07:07 - Psychological Triggers and Chronic Stress 00:08:12 - The Stress Bucket Analogy 00:09:17 - Identifying Patterns in Burnout Experiences 00:10:07 - Mindset Shifts to Combat Burnout 00:11:00 - The Importance of Personal Responsibility in Burnout 00:12:15 - The Stress-Burnout Continuum 00:13:17 - The Stigma Around Burnout 00:14:19 - The Role of Personal Factors in Burnout 00:15:20 - Defining Burnout Beyond Workplace Stress 00:16:26 - The Stress Bucket Overflowing 00:17:19 - Symptoms of Burnout: Exhaustion, Cynicism, and Reduced Performance 00:18:35 - The Emotional Impact of Stress and Burnout 00:19:14 - The Importance of Coping Mechanisms 00:20:20 - The Role of Triggers in Stress and Burnout 00:21:20 - The Importance of Self-Awareness in Managing Stress 00:22:22 - Clarifying the Definition of Stress 00:23:09 - The Role of Emotional Responses in Stress 00:24:29 - The World Health Organization's Definition of Burnout 00:25:21 - Challenging Standard Definitions of Burnout 00:26:16 - The Three Contributing Factors to Burnout 00:27:21 - The Thinker, Feeler, and Doer Personality Structures 00:29:29 - The Nuances of Burnout and Personalized Recovery 00:30:32 - The Symptoms of Burnout and Their Variability 00:31:31 - Gender Disparities in Burnout Experiences 00:32:37 - The “7E Solution” to Burnout 00:35:18 - Understanding the Spectrum of Burnout Symptoms 00:36:05 - Necessary Conditions and Symptoms of Burnout 00:37:09 - The 7E Solution to Burnout and Emotional Intelligence 00:38:13 - The Importance of Self-Awareness in Burnout Recovery 00:39:09 - Identifying Personal Contributors to Burnout 00:40:26 - The 7E Solution Framework for Burnout Recovery 00:41:10 - The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Burnout Recovery 00:42:35 - The 7E Solution to Burnout: Emotional Intelligence 00:43:47 - The Impact of Appreciation and Purpose on Burnout 00:44:29 - Deciding to Stay or Leave a Stressful Work Environment 00:45:12 - The Trap of Financial Obligations and Burnout 00:46:06 - A Blueprint for Self-Coaching 00:47:14 - Emotional Intelligence as the First Step to Burnout Recovery 00:48:06 - Breaking Negative Thinking Patterns to Prevent Burnout 00:49:00 - A Client's Experience with Catastrophizing and Burnout 00:49:54 - Realizing the Power of Networking to Overcome Burnout Fears  

Tonille Miller, organizational psychologist, discusses creating thriving workplaces and shares insights from her book 'The Flourishing Effect'. Topics include meeting individual needs for autonomy, connection, mastery, esteem, purpose, and meaningful results, developing capacity to thrive, applying scientific guidance in the business world, shifting dynamics of work, and advice for flourishing in the workplace.

Author, entrepreneur, and self-actualization coach Krista Stryker talks about flourishing through fitness. Topics include the link between mental and physical fitness, benefits of physical exercise for mental health, practical advice for maintaining physical fitness, using journaling for motivation, finding intrinsic motivation, and the importance of enjoyable activities in staying consistent.

Dr. Robert Biswas-Diener, expert in positive psychology, discusses psychological richness, optimal happiness, and the importance of self-reflection in improving well-being. Topics include embracing negative emotions, asking provocative questions for growth, and prioritizing relationships for overall well-being.

Gone are the days of pitting productivity against well-being in the workplace. Imagine a world where the elements that boost collective productivity also ignite motivation and personal fulfillment within each individual. In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome the brilliant Dr. Kristin Maczko, a trailblazer at the crossroads of psychology and organizational success, as we embark on a journey through the corridors of workplace effectiveness. She is an expert in the intersection between productivity and well-being in the workplace, and her work focuses on the collective and systemic factors that influence them. Dr. Maczko previously served as the Director of Global Employee Mental Health and Well-being at Google for 15 years and now is the host of the Your Self at Work Podcast and founder of Xoogler. In this riveting episode, we demystify burnout; its origins, ways to sidestep its grasp, and powerful strategies for recovery. Discover the art of crafting an environment that nurtures growth, as we delve into the nuanced facets of workplace well-being. From the intriguing interplay between work, productivity, and well-being, to Dr. Maczko's pioneering perspective on what burnout truly entails, it's all here. Tune in for an illuminating discussion that shatters old paradigms, fuels your passion for holistic success, and equips you with the tools to thrive in an ever-evolving workplace. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just someone eager to unlock your full potential, this episode is your compass to steering the ship of your mental well-being toward fulfilling horizons.   Key Points From This Episode: The definition of burnout and the six factors that help identify it. Whether personal aspects can exacerbate workplace stress. Explore the synergy between productivity, performance, and well-being. We unpack the spectrum of employee health. Common misconceptions about a healthy work environment Dr. Maczko shares her progressive and holistic view of burnout. Insights into the interpersonal network aspect of burnout. Strategies to prevent, avoid, and overcome workplace burnout. Shifting from an individual to a collective mindset. Burnout in the context of a freelancer and small teams. Perfectionism, caregiving roles, and the link to burnout. Lessons from her role at Google about workplace well-being. Organizational change management and navigating transitions. Her motivation for starting Xoogler and the podcast. Pragmatic advice to help thrive in the workplace.   Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: The Antifragile Academy Dr. Kristin Maczko on LinkedIn Your Self at Work Podcast Xoogler The Flourishing Network A World Without Email Crucial Accountability Compassionate Accountability The Shipley School Flourish FM Podcast Flourish FM on X Flourish FM on Instagram Jon Beale Nick Holton

Joining us today is Dr. Gabriella Rosen Kellerman a respected author, entrepreneur, and Harvard-trained physician, who has extensive expertise in the realms of behavioral and organizational change, digital health, well-being, and AI. In collaboration with Professor Martin Seligman, Gabriella co-authored her debut book Tomorrowmind, which provides crucial strategies and practical guidance to confronting the ambiguous prospects of the workplace. Throughout her career, Gabriella has held significant roles in the corporate world. She served as the Chief Product Officer and Chief Innovation Officer at BetterUp, a prominent transformation platform catering to global professionals. In our conversation, we discuss her motivation behind writing the book on workplace well-being, the key components of the Tomorrowmind, and why there is a need for broader dissemination of their research. Dr. Kellerman unpacks the PRISM concept and explains the skills needed to excel in the current work environment. We also explore concepts of well-being, shifting from “meaning” to “mattering”, fostering a positive mindset, and how to measure well-being. Additionally, Dr. Kellerman shares the story behind BetterUp, the incredible and much-needed research the company performs, and the science of thriving at work. Tune in and discover the path to increased well-being, performance, and fulfillment with Dr. Gabriella Rosen Kellerman!   Key Points From This Episode: The motivation behind writing the book and why the research is so crucial. Essential skills for thriving in today's work environment: PRISM. How technology is shaping the workplace and driving change. Why resilience and mattering are crucial for flourishing in a changing workplace. Shared experiences, social connection, and the impact of remote work. Shifting from time famine to time abundance to foster social connection. We explore the PERMA model and the concept of well-being. Transitioning from "meaning" to "mattering" in relation to work. The role of vitality and physical health in thriving in the workplace. BetterUp, how it was founded, and its research focus. How coaching can help individuals in the workplace. Insights and advice for flourishing in the workplace.   Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: The Antifragile Academy Dr. Gabriella Rosen Kellerman Dr. Gabriella Rosen Kellerman on Instagram Dr. Gabriella Rosen Kellerman LinkedIn BetterUp Tomorrowmind ‘Homo Prospectus’ ‘Giving Time Gives You Time’ Professor Martin Seligman The Shipley School Flourish FM Podcast Flourish FM on Twitter Flourish FM on Instagram Flourish FM on YouTube Flourish FM Survey Jon Beale Nick Holton

Whether you’re just starting out or you want to take your career to the next level, having the right mindset is essential for success. And no one knows how to turn unrelenting self-belief into hard-and-fast career results better than author, entrepreneur, business coach, and former international basketball pro, Dre Baldwin! Known as DreAllDay by his fans, Dre developed his signature Work On Your Game framework to help professionals of all kinds with accountability, strategy, execution, and most importantly mindset. Join us today as Dre highlights the importance of developing the right mental game for flourishing, why mental toughness, discipline, confidence, and initiative are crucial, and what it means to “work on your game” (and the most effective ways to do so), plus so much more! Dre does an incredible job of translating complex subjects into actionable and easy-to-understand advice that will help you play the mental game in a way that launches you toward unparalleled achievement. So, don’t miss this episode with personal development junkie, Dre Baldwin!   Key Points From This Episode: How Dre equates thriving or flourishing with being in a flow state. Four key principles for achieving any goal: discipline, confidence, mental toughness, and personal initiative. Practical resources to help you flourish in your personal and professional life. What it means to Dre to “collect the right dots” in order to connect them in the future. The Big Domino strategy for focusing your energy on the areas that matter. How to find people and places that best support the outcome you wish to achieve. The role of discomfort in any form of personal or professional achievement. Influential people from Dre’s journey, including the coach who kicked him off his college team. When to grit and when to quit: why mental toughness isn’t just about perseverance. Why Dre believes that your mental game is the foundation of both success and failure. Personal development as an essential starting point for “working on your game.” Distinguishing between who you want to be and what you want to do. Measurements of success and how to create your own definition. The causal connection between purpose, focus, and success. Tips for building and maintaining a high level of self-discipline. A lesson on the inherent relationship between mindset, mental game, and flourishing.   Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Dre Baldwin Dre Baldwin on LinkedIn Dre Baldwin on Twitter Dre Baldwin on Instagram Dre Baldwin on YouTube Daily Motivation Texts Work on Your Game University Work on Your Game Podcast Work on Your Game Robert Kiyosaki Tim Ferriss ‘Steve Jobs' 2005 Stanford Commencement Address’ Russell Brunson The Slight Edge Outwitting the Devil The New Psycho-Cybernetics The Antifragile Academy The Shipley School Flourish FM Podcast Flourish FM on Twitter Flourish FM on Instagram Jon Beale Nick Holton

Today our focus is on the importance of education and the role of teachers and mentors in facilitating human flourishing, and we are joined by Dr. Alejandro Adler, who does an amazing job of illuminating the research and findings on this subject. Dr. Adler is the Dean of Student Life and Wellbeing at Upper Canada College and has had a varied career acquiring a wealth of experience in international well-being initiatives and projects.  Dr. Adler's professional focus has been squarely on well-being, education and skills, human capital development, and public policy. He has worked with and advised many organizations across the globe on the value of positive psychology and life competencies. In our chat with Dr. Adler, we get into the science of well-being, worldwide research on the subject, and, most importantly, how we can approach integrating the science into our educational systems. So to hear it all in this fascinating chat with a great guest, press play now.   Key Points From This Episode: Dr. Adler talks about how he conceptualizes and explains human flourishing.  Unpacking various undesirable states of ill-being. Defining meaning and its relationship to belonging.  Dealing with short-term, deeply negative experiences and trauma.  Reflections on global studies on well-being and the evolution of Dr. Adler's views.  The three 'M's of well-being and how to approach supporting students.   Exploring the different kinds of leaders and organizations that these lessons apply to.  Comments about Finland, its education system, and the decisions that have contributed to its success. Closing thoughts from Dr. Adler on the role of education in the promotion of global well-being.    Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: The Antifragile Academy Upper Canada College Dr. Alejandro Adler on LinkedIn Dr. Alejandro Adler on Thought Leadership Institute Dr. Alejandro Adler on IPEN Dr. Alejandro Adler on Upper Canada College Dr. Alejandro Adler on ResearchGate Dr. Alejandro Adler on Twitter Positive Education / Alejandro Adler at Positive Psychology Tour 2019 on YouTube 'Well-being in education in childhood and adolescence' 'Teaching Well-Being increases Academic Performance: Evidence From Bhutan, Mexico, and Peru' Olli-Pekka Heinonen The International Baccalaureate Organization The Shipley School Flourish FM Podcast Flourish FM on Twitter Flourish FM on Instagram Jon Beale Nick Holton

Today we are very glad to welcome Captain Megan Henry to the show, and we have a wonderful and insightful conversation with her about her career and the lessons she has learned about mental training, mindfulness, and focus. Megan is a former field hockey and track athlete, having competed for the national team in skeleton. Her focus is now on Olympic weightlifting and her studies as a mental performance coach!  Megan shares many great pieces of wisdom and experience with us, touching on managing stress, achieving oneness in activity, how meditation has changed her life, and why it is so vital to escape comparison and obsession with outcomes. We also hear her thoughts on social media, anxiety, mood, and a whole lot more, so make sure to listen in with us now!   Key Points From This Episode: The importance of mental training and a few of the lessons that Megan learned during her time as an athlete.    Connecting the threads between the different parts of Megan's career.  Megan talks about her health journey and transitioning her work into the mindset space.  The impact of meditation and mindfulness practices on Megan's performance and presence.   Thoughts on the dangers of skeleton and building stress tolerance.    The steps and stages of confronting anxiety and fear.  Megan's first crash early on in her skeleton career.  Understanding how Megan went about shifting her focus away from comparison.  Escaping the traps of overthinking and its damaging effects on performance.    Practical steps that Megan took to enhance her ability to focus on herself. The connection between our mood and ability to perform.    Megan's final lesson on flourishing and practical methods to unblock the way.  Finding and connecting with Megan online.    Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: The Antifragile Academy Megan Henry  Megan Henry on Instagram Megan Henry on Twitter American University Washington DC Cool Runnings Tim Gallwey The Chimp Paradox The Shipley School Flourish FM Podcast Flourish FM on Twitter Flourish FM on Instagram Jon Beale Nick Holton

Today’s very special guest is Dr. Gloria Mark, the Chancellor's Professor of Informatics at the University of California, Irvine, and author of Attention Span: A Groundbreaking Way to Restore Balance, Happiness and Productivity. Her work is primarily focused on the deep examination of multitasking, interruptions, and mood as they pertain to the use of digital devices.  In our conversation, Gloria defines attention, the different types of attention, psychological balance, and flow. She also explains why attention is always goal-oriented, how we’ve developed kinetic attention in this digital age, whether our dwindling attention spans are cause for concern, and how we can use technology to promote well-being rather than productivity. Tune in now to learn how to use social media strategically, how to replenish your attention reserves, and so much more with the remarkable Dr. Gloria Mark!    Key Points From This Episode: Joining us today is the author of Attention Span, Dr. Gloria Mark.  Gloria tells us about her research and what led her to write her book. What attention is, and its role in well-being and living a fulfilled life.    The different types of attention.  How our attention resources are limited.  Gloria explains why our attention is always goal-oriented.  An introduction to kinetic attention.  Whether we should be concerned about the rapid reduction of our attention spans. If our attention span and behavior change when we go offline.  How we’ve developed kinetic attention in response to the modern world.  Gloria’s hypothesis on why our attention spans have gotten shorter in this digital age. The tension trap of randomly reinforced behavior.  How we can use technology to support well-being rather than productivity.  The role of psychological balance as it relates to the different types of attention.  Simple activities that you can do to replenish your attention reserve.   The attention trap of social media and how to use it strategically.  Gloria defines flow and its role in the working lives of people today.  The precondition to flow: a focused and engaged attention.  What Gloria means when she says that “rhythm is the new flow.” Her lesson on flourishing for listeners, and practical ways to implement it.    Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: The Antifragile Academy Dr. Gloria Mark Attention Span: A Groundbreaking Way to Restore Balance, Happiness and Productivity Dr. Gloria Mark on LinkedIn Dr. Gloria Mark on Twitter Dr. Gloria Mark on Facebook   University of California, Irvine  Columbia University  ‘The broaden-and-build theory of positive emotions’ The Shipley School Flourish FM Podcast Flourish FM on Twitter Flourish FM on Instagram Jon Beale Nick Holton