#258 Enabling Self-Expression at Work

Welcome to the 258th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! In honour of South Asian History Month and this year’s theme, Free To Be Me, we delve into the importance of self-expression in the workplace. Join me as we explore why self-expression matters and how it can impact our work environment.In today’s show on Enabling Self-Expression at WorkWhy I decided to make today’s episode. [02:34]The definition of the term “self-expression”. [02:53]Some statistics about self-expression at work. [04:00]Some examples of microaggression. [06:48]What you can do to enable self-expression positively. [09:06]Quotes on Enabling Self-Expression at WorkFor people to be free at work, the environment needs to be conducive to doing that.Self-expression is also about how people have to hide part of themselves.Often, we’re forced to fit into moulds.It’s very difficult to show self-expression because of the questions that get asked about you.Self-expression shouldn’t be to the detriment of other people.Resources on Enabling Self-Expression at WorkThe stats behind #BeYourselfAtWorkSelf-Expression for Working Professionals.Episode #203: What kind of South Asian are you?Contact me to work together on mental health support at work.Join my Mailing List and receive a white paper on mental health and inclusion hereCheck out my TEDx talk: The Connection between Culture, Race and Mental HealthLeave me a message on my SpeakPipeWork with me Have a look at my online work-life balance course on Thinkific. You can access it here: http://bit.ly/DMMHPONCOne-hour focused Sessions £150 1-2-1