Water Cooler Ally
“Can we have an honest conversation?” Have you ever met someone who constantly reminds you they are an ally? The word is included in their greeting, it is woven into all of their conversations, it’s listed in their LinkedIn headline, and you see it in their email signature. Ally, ally, ally. Since the world witnessed […]
When Nobody Gets You: Introverts In The Workplace
Photo by Yusuf Kayode. “You never join us after work for happy hour!” “Is something wrong with you? Why don’t you ever have anything to say?” When we talk about psychological safety in the workplace, introverts tend to struggle the most. Employers tell us to “show up as your authentic self,” but when we show […]
She-Devil: When Misogynistic Women Support Abusive Men in the Workplace
Photo by Thirdman. When the news first broke regarding the extramarital affair between Good Morning America hosts, TJ Holmes and Amy Robach, everyone brushed it off as, “they are two consenting adults and what they do outside of their marriages is none of our business,” that is until the allegations began to roll in regarding […]
How To Escape A Toxic Job
Do you dread Mondays and the idea of returning to a workplace where you feel unappreciated? Are you tired of your boss gaslighting you every time you suggest a new idea? Can’t take another inconsiderate comment from Bob, your obnoxious coworker. Are you frustrated because you are constantly overlooked for promotions that you know you’re […]
Can You Form A Trauma Bond With Your 9 to 5
Photo by Даша. When we think about trauma it is usually in the context of a harmful, interpersonal event. But have you ever considered trauma in the workplace and how we bond to it? According to the American Psychological Association, trauma is defined as an emotional response to a horrible event. Trauma bonding occurs when […]