Feeling Like You're Just Going Through the Motions: The Psychology of Dissociation at Work | E85
Ever feel like you're just going through the motions at work? Time is just going by and you're standing still? In this episode, I share my honest experience with how to stop going through the motions at work and the emotional impact of feeling disconnected. You'll hear my real stories about overcoming disassociation, reclaiming a sense of authenticity, and taking small steps toward feeling more present and purposeful in your work. If you're tired of numbing out and feeling stuck in your job, this episode gives practical insight on how to reignite your sense of purpose and find joy, even in small moments.
π Timestamps:
00:00 β Check in
01:39 β Going Through the Motions at Work
03:14 β A Moment That Changed My Perspective
05:45 β Why Do We Numb Ourselves at Work?
08:05 β Disassociation in Action
09:35 β The Corporate Environment and Its Challenges
12:10 β Steps to Feel Present and Take Ownership
13:35 β How Small Actions Create Big Change
16:33 β Five Minutes of Authenticity
17:02 β Free Resource
π‘Key Takeaways
01:39 β Going Through the Motions at Work
03:14 β A Moment That Changed My Perspective
05:45 β Why Do We Numb Ourselves at Work?
08:05 β Disassociation in Action
09:35 β The Corporate Environment and Its Challenges
12:10 β Steps to Feel Present and Take Ownership
13:35 β How Small Actions Create Big Change
16:33 β Five Minutes of Authenticity
17:02 β Free Resource
π‘Key Takeaways
In this episode you'll learn:
- Uncovering that going through the motions feeling
- Acknowledging why this happens
- The cost of environments that demand inauthenticity
- Disassociation at work
- Replacing numbing habits with small, authentic actions
- Reclaiming your purpose at work
- One thing you can do to take ownership of your time
- How to stop the feeling of just going through the motions
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