Is Your Childhood Holding You Back at Work?

Remember the hilarious meme I posted a while back on LinkedIn about the cat hitting the other cat's head for dragging out a meeting? We've all been there. But what if that frustrated outburst stemmed from deeper issues? Many adults carry the scars of childhood trauma, unknowingly affecting their work performance and overall well-being.

A great article (you can read here) on PsychCentral, medically reviewed by Lori Lawrenz, PsyD, and written by Morgan Mandriota, dives into how feeling unloved or neglected as a child can lead to a range of issues in adulthood.

Unresolved childhood trauma can significantly affect how you show up at work. Here's how:

• Trust Issues: Feeling unloved as a child can lead to difficulty trusting colleagues and superiors. This can hinder collaboration and communication.
• Poor Boundaries: A lack of healthy boundaries in childhood can make it hard to say no at work, leading to burnout and resentment.
• Fear of Failure: Conditional love from parents can breed a crippling fear of failure, hindering risk-taking and career advancement.
• Isolation: Early experiences of isolation can translate to difficulty connecting with coworkers, fostering a lonely work environment.

Beyond the Funny Cat Meme: Helping Employees Heal

Companies often expect employees to compartmentalize their personal struggles. I am on a mission to create workplaces that foster healing and growth! Imagine a company where everyone could address their "inner child" and any other issues and become the best versions of themselves.

This is where BrightSol's Business and Career Transformation Services come in. We help organizations create supportive structures for employees to address all areas of life to connect the body, mind and soul.

Investing in employee well-being isn't just the right thing to do; it's smart business. Happy, healthy employees are more productive, engaged, and loyal.

Call to Action

Invest in your company's future by addressing all stress and trauma head-on. Contact BrightSol today by scheduling a free consultation here to learn more about our services and how we can help your team heal, grow, and succeed. Let's create a workplace where everyone feels valued, understood, and empowered to be their best.