Ep. 257 - The Doctor Is In Series - Are You Overworking or Hiding From Your Emotions

The Social-Engineer Podcast

Welcome to the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Doctor Is In Series – where we will discuss understandings and developments in the field of psychology.

In today’s episode, Chris and Abbie are discussing Overworking. They will talk about the causes, symptoms and what you can do to combat it. [May 6, 2024]

00:00 - Intro

00:17 - Dr. Abbie Maroño Intro

00:47 - Intro Links

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- CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

04:37 - The Topic of the Day: Overworking

05:17 - Working vs Overworking

06:35 - Telltale Signs

08:47 - Keep Balanced

10:35 - Apples and Oranges

15:08 - Time for a Rest

19:52 - Do the Right Thing

21:49 - The Illusion of Control

24:58 - Bury the Bad

27:11 - Accountability of Emotions

28:58 - Lack of Boundaries

30:12 - Communication is Key!

35:58 - Tides are Turning

36:58 - Wrap Up

37:15 - Next Month: Internal Motivation

37:33 - Outro

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