Managing Stress and Boosting Happiness at Work with Dr. Annika Soerensen

Caroline Biesalski is joined by Dr. Annika Soerensen and Aaron Smith to explore stress and happiness in the workplace. The discussion begins with Dr. Annika's personal story on the impact of stress, delving into how stress hormones affect the body. They examine stress in the workplace and the fundamentals of happiness, emphasizing the role of positive interactions and smiling. Strategies for managing stress through presence, breathing, and movement are highlighted, along with ways to combat loneliness and enhance well-being. The episode includes a Q&A session on communication and emotional intelligence, tips for managing fight-or-flight responses, and concludes with information on replaying the episode.