When you feel stressed, you’re probably doing something wrong.

You’re likely not cut out for your role. And watch out, because before you know it, burnout is around the corner and things will spiral out of control. Better keep that stress under wraps, or that next career step might slip away.

Does that sound familiar?

Shame around stress is a big issue in many organizations. And that same shame only adds more problems on top. Layer upon layer.

Shame always creates distance. And that distance weakens your connection with your people, with your team.

This only makes the problem worse, while the real issue remains unaddressed. By changing your mindset about stress, you can release that shame. In fact, you’ll start to see stress as a necessary source of energy, a driving force to achieve results, realize your dreams and vision, and even build connection.

After all, we all experience stress from time to time.

Sure, stress has its downsides, no doubt about it. But imagine what could happen if you shine a light on stress, focus on its positive aspects, and recognize its value. A whole new world opens up.

Stress builds courage, trust, connection, momentum, and turns dreams into reality.

Without shame, you can have honest conversations about everything surrounding stress — workload, opportunities, challenges — all from a realistic perspective.

You’ll create the kind of connection needed to move mountains and foster a healthy work environment that benefits everyone.

Letting go of shame around stress and replacing it with a balanced perspective is a win for everyone. So what’s stopping you?

Have you ever felt shame about stress, either in yourself or someone else? There’s nothing to be ashamed of!

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