A key to finding meaning at work lies in your ability to align your daily tasks with your values. It doesn’t matter what kind of work you do, it only matters that you, personally, know what you care about and express those values in your job. When you find meaning, or purpose, at work you … Read more
Trauma and toxic stress is pervasive in the workplace. You, your friends, your coworkers are all dealing with some version of trauma from, among other things, adverse childhood experiences, the pandemic, climate change, natural disasters, poverty and racism. While all events impact us individually, it’s important to recognize the signs of trauma and normalize trauma-informed … Read more
Advocating for yourself, confronting a coworker, asking for a raise…these courageous conversations are nerve wracking at best and in some cases, cause great anxiety. But avoiding difficult conversations is not an option if you want ease, meaning and joy at work. SHOW NOTES As most of us know – things are bad out there. We … Read more
You need to laugh at work…or at least chuckle! According to the research, humor can dissolve tension, reduce stress and make you more productive and committed to your workplace. SHOW NOTES On this episode of Crina and Kirsten Get to Work, our hosts focus on humor in the workplace. Who does not love to laugh?!! … Read more
When you have healthy, positive human connections you are happier, healthier and more productive. Join us as we explore how to build relationships in a covid world and what can happen if you fail to find people to relate to. How can you have more joy, meaning and ease in the workplace – positive relationships … Read more
When we are able to manage conflict, we are also able to nurture our relationships, collectively solve problems, learn from each other and minimize our burdens. While conflict can lead to positive outcomes, it’s a rare individual who nails it every time. SHOW NOTES Differences, disagreements and conflicts-these definitely get in the way of joy, … Read more
Performing a ritual has been proven to suppress the anxiety response in the brain. Rituals also calm the mind, help us transition from one task to the next, bond people together and provide structure to otherwise chaotic days. SHOW NOTES In this episode of Crina and Kirsten Get to Work, our hosts turn their attention … Read more
Tons of humor and light-hearted commentary about the coworkers and bosses who make our lives miserable. This show marks the one year anniversary of Crina and Kirsten Get to Work – and what a great and fun ride it has been!! From KMRE Community Powered Radio to the Clubhouse, from Zoom and now from the … Read more
The pressure to do it all is nearly overwhelming and something has to give. We can’t simply work harder and expect to get everything done, especially when we’re juggling jobs, family, community AND our own needs during a pandemic! SHOW NOTES Crina and Kirsten tackle the hard truths of what it is really like to … Read more
While many people see racism as intentional and overt, it is actually woven into the fabric of our daily lives. Well-meaning people perpetuate systems, policies and structures that are designed to benefit white people and discriminate against people of color. Check out this episode to hear how Crina and Kirsten have confronted their own racism … Read more