Why does it feel so scary to be vulnerable – especially with our friends? And why do we always have to be accountable for our actions?

Those are the questions we answer today as we explore this episode’s themes – including why being kind to one another starts with being kind to ourselves, and the importance of courageous communication.

Jeff also explains his theory of kindness and how to deal with different kinds of a-holes at work, while Dimple discusses her issues with political correctness and the difference between being right and being happy.

“The reason why so many of us can be mean to others is because we've been beating ourselves up for so long.” – Jeff

In this episode

(4:29) Kindness can be challenging

(5:45) Dimple’s take on self-kindness

(7:24) The episode’s theme: Being available for friends, and vulnerability

(10:02) Analyzing Rebecca’s character

(13:10) Effects of toxic people and relationships

(15:28) Power dynamics  

(19:12) Feeling righteous and justified

(23:25) Painting yourself as the “hero” of the story you tell

(25:08) Courage and honesty is key in difficult conversations

(27:48) The fine line with friendships 

(28:19) Befriending colleagues

(30:38) Two-faced workmates

(31:24) Political correctness 

(35:56) Taking accountability for what you do

(38:37) Sorry, can’t make a change 

(46:08) “Don’t let the wisdom of age be wasted on you.”

“We can do whatever we want but we have to do so with integrity and be accountable to ourselves and to people around us.” – Dimple

Resources & Links

Mentioned in Today’s Episode

Jeff Harry’s Dealing With A-Holes At Work

https://jeffharryplays.medium.com/how-to-deal-with-a-holes-at-work-through-play-a6d52ad312eb

Musician Cam Cole

https://www.camcole.com/

#WWTLD 

https://www.wwtldpodcast.com/

https://twitter.com/wwtldpodcast/

https://www.facebook.com/wwtldpodcast/

https://www.instagram.com/wwtldpodcast/

Learn More About Dimple Dhabalia 

https://www.rootsintheclouds.com/

https://twitter.com/dimpstory

https://www.instagram.com/dimpstory/

https://www.facebook.com/dimpledhabalia

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dimpledhabalia/

Why Radically Human Leadership Is More Important Than Ever 

https://www.rootsintheclouds.com/blog/why-radically-human-leadership-is-more-important-than-ever

4 Steps to Creating A Human-Centered Organization

https://www.rootsintheclouds.com/blog/004-4-steps-to-creating-a-human-centered-organization

Learn More About Jeff Harry 

https://www.rediscoveryourplay.com/

https://twitter.com/jeffharryplays

https://www.instagram.com/jeffharryplays/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffharryplays/

https://www.youtube.com/jeffharryplays

https://www.tiktok.com/@jeffharryplays

Building Psychological Safety At Work

https://www.rediscoveryourplay.com/building-psychological-safety

Solve Your Problem With Play

https://www.rediscoveryourplay.com/coaching

Jeff’s Positive Psychology Playlist

https://www.rediscoveryourplay.com/playlist