#111: Stress at Work: Too Many Demands, Not Enough Resources

Stress happens when the demands of a situation outweigh the resources available to meet them. In the modern workplace, that gap is widening and it’s costing more than most people realise. In this episode, stress scientist Alexandra Crosswell breaks down what chronic low-grade stress is actually doing to the body, why AI has introduced a new kind of threat that hits differently from other workplace pressures,  touching both livelihood and sense of belonging, and what can be done practically to start recovering. Alexandra also touches on why the messy middle of uncertainty, as uncomfortable as it is, might also be where the most creativity lives. Our Guest: Alexandra Crosswell, PhD Alexandra D. Crosswell, PhD, is a stress scientist, leadership advisor, and former faculty member at the University of California, San Francisco. After more than 15 years leading NIH-funded research on stress and resilience, she now helps leaders navigate high demand, high stakes, work environments. Through her advising, speaking, and coaching work, Alexandra translates cutting-edge science into practical strategies to guide people in purusing ambitious work without sacrificing their health and well-being. References: Alexandra Crosswell LinkedIn profile Listen to the next Episode All Podcast Episodes