From Burnout to Balance: Achieving Wellness in the Workplace

Course Outline:

This course introduces the importance of mental health, explores the concept of stress and its impacts, and delves into the significance of neuropsychological safety, including a case study of Google's Project Aristotle. We examine common stressors in the workplace, the influence of co-workers and organizational factors on stress, and discuss various management strategies. The course underscores the value of organizational commitment, social support, and self-care practices in mitigating stress. It culminates with guidance on crafting a personal stress management plan, and concludes with an interactive session for sharing experiences and insights about workplace stress.

Learning Objectives:

• Define stress and understand its effects on mental health in the workplace.
• Recognize the role of supportive workplace relationships and organizational commitment in stress management.
• Develop a personalized plan for managing workplace stress effectively.
• Share and learn from personal experiences of managing workplace stress.