I have learned not to avoid confrontation but instead manage it. The more confident we are in addressing the situation in a positive and casual manner, the more at ease the other person will feel.
Author: Deanna Parkton
Deanna Parkton is a career counselor and mom studying work wellness and happiness. With a focus on experiential learning and self-reflection, she works with college students in their personal and professional development. She was inspired to research work-life balance and wellness after a bout with chronic Lyme disease.
The Human Element at Work
Asking those around us for support makes it easier for others to ask us for support.
My Story – A Lesson in Self-Care
I was thriving and loving my work, but I soon noticed trembling fingers, blurry vision, brain fog, nausea and fatigue that no amount of coffee could cure.