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Published Feb 15, 2019

161: How to Support a Friend Suffering from Addiction | Feedback Friday

Jordan Harbinger and Jason DeFillippo tackle the delicate art of supporting friends through addiction, managing the pressures of demanding careers, and coping with trauma from dog attacks, all while emphasizing personal growth and effective communication in social settings.
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  • Career Burnout

    Career burnout is a significant issue for those in demanding jobs, as shares from his experience in the tech industry. He describes the relentless stress of being on-call 24/7, which led to severe health issues and ultimately forced him to change careers 1. Jason advises those in similar situations to consider pivoting within their industry or exploring new career paths to alleviate stress 2.

    Working 24/7, 365 you cannot do that forever. It will kill you.

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    echoes this sentiment, emphasizing the importance of finding a work-life balance to prevent burnout.

       

    Finding Sanity

    Finding sanity amidst work pressures is crucial, as and Jason discuss strategies for balancing job demands with personal well-being. They suggest making oneself indispensable at work to negotiate better conditions or finding new job opportunities that respect personal time 3.

    You're not put on this planet to fix railroad signals, let's put it that way.

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    The duo highlights the importance of taking control of one's career path to ensure a healthier lifestyle and mental state 1.

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