Workplace Mental Health Podcasts That Don't Suck

"I've been listening to workplace mental health podcasts since COVID. Half a decade at this point. Like most everyone else, I was dealing with increasing workplace stress. It's something we all deal with at some point, I know. And we all deal with work stress differently. Some of us are disciplined enough to hit the gym at 5am to burn off that angst. Or just to wear ourselves out... take the fight out."

"More of use drink too much wine, or have a few too many beers. Well, after too much of the latter, I found a happy medium. I found podcasts. That's not much of a revelation. Specifically, I found quality workplace stress podcasts that were speaking directly to my specific problems. And the ones that weren't direct, I was able to get something out of them. So, while this was a passion project at the start, years later, it's a routine."

"More than half of professionals are actively job hunting according to recent Gallup data. Not because of money. Because of mental exhaustion. I see it in every office I write for: * Sunday scaries that start Friday afternoon (even if it's just some school age spillover) * Productivity theater instead of actual work * Meeting fatigue that makes simple decisions feel impossible * Imposter syndrome that gets worse with every promotion"

Listening to workplace mental health podcasts became a routine for coping with increasing workplace stress since COVID. Podcasts offered a middle ground between excessive drinking and intense exercise, delivering relatable advice and specific strategies. More than half of professionals are actively job hunting, driven by mental exhaustion rather than pay, per recent Gallup data. Common workplace stressors include recurring 'Sunday scaries,' productivity theater, meeting fatigue, and worsening imposter syndrome after promotions. Traditional therapy often has long waits and HR wellness programs can feel performative and ineffective. On-demand options like Talkspace and podcasts provide more immediate, accessible support and practical solutions.

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