Words for the Workplace: A Deep Dive into Emotional Communication at Work - Day 1- Happy

Send us Fan MailWhat if there was a more profound way of expressing your emotions at work beyond just being "happy"? Let's get into a stimulating chat about harnessing and articulating emotions more accurately within the workplace. Drawing valuable insights from Mark Brackett's book, 'Permission to Feel,' we ponder upon the multi-layered emotions we experience in our professional lives, and how the term "happy," though commonly used, might not be doing full justice in describing those emotions. We explore alternative words and phrases that go beyond happy - 'excited', 'joyful', 'appreciated', 'valued' and how they paint a more comprehensive picture of our emotional landscape at work. Also, we discuss the power of 'gratitude' as a tool for making others feel appreciated and valued. Plus, we share real-world strategies to incorporate and express these emotions during daily workplace interactions. This is a must-listen episode for anyone looking to enrich emotional communication at work. Join us to continue this riveting discussion on our substack, and make sure to check out our recommended reads in the description.Laughter, Love, and Blessings,HeatherResources and links mentioned in this episode:Permission to Feel - Marc Brackett, Ph.D.Atlas of the Heart - Brene Brown Ph.D.Join the conversation on Substack:  thepolkadotdesk.substack.com!Social Links:Connect with me on Instagram here: @msheatherbdot @connectthedots_podcastCheck out the Youtube channel!Connect the Dots website!The Polka Dot Deskhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/msheatherbdotSupport the show