[78] - Strike a Balance: Lessons from a Veteran Shift Worker

Text me what you thought of the show 😊Are you struggling to separate your work life from your personal life? Do the boundaries seem blurred, and the stress seems never-ending? I will share insightful advice drawn from my own personal experiences. Listen in as I dismantle the notion that being constantly plugged into work-related communication and gossip adds value to our lives. Instead, I argue it fuels our stress and robs us of tranquil personal space.Have you ever considered the impact of your work colleagues on your stress levels? How often do you involve yourself in work-related chit-chat even after work hours? I will make a compelling case for distinguishing between work colleagues and friends. As a shift worker myself, I understand the unique challenges faced by those in similar roles and emphasise the need for a healthy work-life balance. Get ready to rethink your lifestyle as a shift worker and explore ways to navigate work relationships without adding to your stress. Come learn, and perhaps unlearn, as we dive into the subtle art of managing stress as a shift worker.Support the show----------------------------Roger Sutherland is Australia's Night Shift & Sleep Specialist and the founder of A Healthy Shift.After more than 40 years working rotating shifts with Victoria Police, Roger now helps organisations reduce fatigue risk, improve staff wellbeing and build healthier, safer and higher-performing 24/7 workplaces through evidence-based education, circadian biology and the Shift Work Champions™ Framework.Shift Work Champions™: https://join.ahealthyshift.com/shift-work-capabilityWebsite: https://ahealthyshift.com.auLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roger-sutherlandInstagram: @a_healthy_shift___________________Disclaimer: Roger Sutherland is not a doctor or a medical professional.  Always consult a physician before implementing any strategies mentioned in this podcast. Use of this information is strictly at your own risk. Roger Sutherland will not assume any liability for direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of the information contained in this podcast, including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness, or death._______________________