We all know the overwhelm that comes from working in healthcare. But we often overlook the toxic combination that is stress and boredom. This happens when we choose to play it safe and instead ditch things that challenge us.

Growth and development are keys to a thriving and well-lived life. When we enable ourselves to learn and grow, only then can we become happier, more successful, and more fulfilled.

In this episode, Rachel discusses how to address and navigate the toxic combination of stress and boredom in the workplace. She talks about the role of learning in living a self-actualised life. Rachel also shares some recommendations you might find helpful for learning.

If you want to learn how to make learning a habit in your life, stay tuned to this episode.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

1. Find out the consequences of indulging in the toxic combination of stress and boredom.
2. Learn ways to fit growth and development into your schedule.
3. Discover the impact of prioritising self-development on your well-being.

Episode Highlights

[03:03] The Toxic Combination of Stress and Boredom

[08:17] Throwing Learning Out of the Window

[18:53] #1: Follow Your Interests and Develop Your Strengths

[21:25] #2: Work Out What You Need Right Now

[21:29] #3: Look at Ways of Learning that Also Hit the Five Ways to Well-being

[24:34] #4: Determine How You Learn Best

[27:26] #5: Find Ways to Use Your Right Brain

[32:15] How to Find Time for Learning

Resources

• FREE Summer Holiday Working Survival Guide
• Five ways to mental wellbeing
• Free to Focus by Michael Hyatt
• Effortless by Greg McKeown
• The Shardlake Series by C.J. Samson
• Hilary Mantel’s books
• Martin Seligman: The new era of positive psychology

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