064: Healing at Work with Susan Winchester

The Alchemist Lounge

As the landscape of work evolves, the focus on healing within the workplace is becoming increasingly important. Companies are starting to understand that nurturing emotional well-being is not just a moral imperative but also a catalyst for higher productivity. Through initiatives like mindfulness training and mental health days, workplaces are transforming into spaces that support personal growth, enriching both individual lives and the community at large.

In today's episode, we're diving deep into a topic that's often overlooked but incredibly crucial—workplace wellness and leadership with the incredible Susan Winchester. Susan is not just another corporate executive; she's a powerhouse of courage and insight, who has navigated her way through personal and professional challenges to find healing and purpose. If you've ever felt stressed, unsupported, or even traumatized by your work environment, this episode is a must-listen. Susan's journey from writing to leadership programs, and her insights into creating a healthier, more supportive work culture, will leave you inspired and equipped with practical tools to improve your own work life.

In this episode, you will hear:

• 0:30 - Susan Unveils the Secrets of Thriving in the Modern Workplace.
• 1:23 - The Odyssey of Healing: Susan's Personal Transformation Through Writing and Leadership Initiatives.
• 4:56 - Your Tribe Matters: The Undeniable Power of a Strong Support Network.
• 9:49 - Childhood Shadows: Susan Dives into How Early Life Experiences Shape Workplace Dynamics and How to Rewrite the Script.
• 15:27 - From Trauma to Triumph: Susan's Harrowing Encounter with Her Boss and the Road to Recovery Through Therapy and Community.
• 21:22 - How Susan's Journey of Self-Discovery Amplified Her Leadership and Cultivated a Nurturing Work Environment.
• 29:25 - The Invisible Burden: Unpacking the Toll of Stress and Trauma on Leadership Roles.
• 33:05 - Why Understanding Past Trauma is Key to Resolving Workplace Conflicts.
• 36:20 - Emotional Alchemy: The "Rapid Power Reclaim" Method for Managing Emotional Triggers and Staying on the Path to Healing.
• 42:07 - Pro Tips for Prioritizing Tasks and Dodging the Adrenaline Time Warp.
• 48:37 - Susan's Lifelong Quest for Healing and Purpose, and How You Can Embark on Your Own Journey.

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CONNECT with Susan J. Schmitt Winchester

• Website: https://healingatwork.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanschmittwinchester/
• Healing at Work: https://www.amazon.com/Healing-Work-Conflicts-Overcome-Deserve-ebook/
• Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals: https://www.amazon.com/Four-Thousand-Weeks-Management-Mortals/

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