VIMHS
VIMHS
Work, loneliness, and burnout
Work, loneliness, and burnout
Work, loneliness, and burnout
Thursday 3rd November 2022
Explore how social isolation contributes to burnout and the mental health benefits of strong social connections with Kiffer Card on People First Radio.
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Get the buttons here!Unpacking Burnout and Loneliness: Kiffer Card's Research Insights
Most of us don't have control over the economy or the way our workforces change, or those sort of big picture type of things, but we do have control over the relationships that we form and develop in our communities and, as it turns out, the things that have the greatest effect in terms of protective effects for our mental health is having high levels of social support.
Ever felt like work is draining the life out of you? Kiffer Card, the Scientific Director for the Institute for Social Connection and an Assistant Professor at Simon Fraser University, has been delving into this very issue. In this episode of People First Radio, Card shares his eye-opening research on how social isolation and burnout are intertwined. He reveals that those who have strong social support networks tend to fare much better mentally than those who don't.
Card also touches on the perks of remote work, suggesting it can be a game-changer for mental health if done right. But it’s not all about working from home; he emphasizes the need for workplaces to foster a supportive and engaging culture. Chronic loneliness is another key topic, with Card explaining how feeling lonely day in and day out can wreak havoc on your well-being.
If you're curious about how to shield yourself from burnout or looking for ways to boost your mental health through better social connections, this episode is a must-listen.