6 Things To Do If Your Job Is Harming Your Mental Health

At work, many of us often struggle in silence. We take on as much work as we possibly can, often pushing ourselves beyond our limits because we want to impress our boss, get a promotion and possibly get a salary raise. We all want a promising career.

Yes, it is commendable to work hard for your goals. Yes, it is admirable to strive for something you want to achieve. And yes, only you can make your life better through perseverance, BUT never at the expense of your mental health and well being.

In this episode of On Purpose, Jay Shetty shares tips on how you can identify when your mental health is at risk and how to get out of it without losing your job.

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Key Takeaways:

00:00 Intro01:05 When your job is harming your mental health07:00 Step #1: Become aware of how your work affects you well-being10:21 Two big mistakes entrepreneurs make13:03 Step #2: If you’re in an atmosphere you feel that is toxic17:55 Step #3: Become a mental health ambassador20:35 Step #4: Take the time off if you need it21:16 Step #5: Being careful about how much you take on22:28 Step #6: Make sure that you speak to someone 

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