In this podcast episode, Amina explores the significant impact managers can have on employee mental health. Highlighting findings from a study by the Workforce Institute at UKG which showed that 70% of people report that their manager has a greater impact on their mental health than their therapist or doctor and it can be equivalent to the impact of their life partners. Amina shares her personal experience with a toxic boss in a corporate environment and how it affected her well-being and relationships. To help listeners deal with similar situations, she provides tips for a stress reduction toolkit and emphasizes the importance of self-care and self-compassion. By acknowledging the role managers play in mental health, we can advocate for workplaces that prioritize employee wellness. In this episode, you will be able to: Learn the impact our leaders have on our mental health. Consciously select managers during the interview process. Learn the importance of setting boundaries with managers that affect your mental health. Explore the concept of shadow work and how it can impact the relationship we have with co-workers and managers. Name it to tame it and other self-awareness tools. Mindfulness, therapy, and support groups as coping mechanisms. The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:05 - The Impact of Managers on Mental Health 00:02:28 - The Importance of Good Mental Health 00:03:47 - Supporting Mental Health at Work 00:05:13 - Coping with Toxic Managers 00:10:08 - Using Body Scans and Breath Work 00:12:43 - Setting Boundaries 00:14:27 - Shadow Work 00:16:51 - Mindfulness and therapy 00:18:44 - Moving On 00:19:23 - Seeking Help Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai Resources The Body Keeps the Score What Happened to You The Dark Side of the Light Chasers
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