Episode #70: Explore Your Mental Health with Dr. Anne Welsh
“But the thing is when you're a perfectionist, sometimes that doesn't even feel that good. Or it feels good for like a millisecond, and then you're right onto the next thing that you have to achieve, right? Like you don't actually sit with the positive feeling. So you're never actually really getting the positive emotions, right? You're never celebrating the wins, and you're kind of running on fumes.“
-Dr. Anne Welsh, on perfectionism in the workplace
In this special episode, we explore mental health with executive coach and psychologist, Dr. Anne Welsh. We’ll cover perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and anxiety, along with actionable tips you can take to take control of your mental health through healthy coping mechanisms. From this, you’ll walk away with your very own “mental health” toolbox you can access at times you may need it most.
In this episode, you'll learn from a psychologist & executive coach…
How to identify perfectionism and how it may lead to anxiety and burnout
Why prioritizing self-care matters for all levels of employees within a workplace
Valuable insight, ideas, and tools to improve overall mental health and well-being
Our guest:
Dr. Anne Welsh is a distinguished psychologist & executive coach with a profound affinity for supporting women in leadership, and aiding working parents across diverse career landscapes. Beginning her career at Harvard, Dr. Welsh has since pivoted, dedicating her life to unraveling the interplay between career aspirations, personal fulfillment, and women’s mental health throughout the lifespan. Her coaching brings together research and real life experiences to hone leadership skills, improve emotional intelligence and create work-life integration.
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Summary:
In this conversation, Dr. Anne Welsh discusses the impact of perfectionism and work-related pressures on mental health. She highlights the signs of perfectionism and the dangers it poses in the workplace, such as anxiety and burnout. Dr. Welsh also provides insights on overcoming imposter syndrome and shares coping mechanisms for managing work-related stress. Additionally, she emphasizes the importance of maintaining self-care and setting boundaries. For managers, Dr. Welsh suggests creating a supportive work culture and role modeling self-care practices. The conversation concludes with actionable tips for individuals dealing with work-related pressures. The conversation covers various aspects of work-life balance and mental health. It emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries, practicing self-care, and seeking help when needed. The value of therapy and self-reflection is highlighted, along with the benefits of disconnecting from technology. The concept of self-acceptance is discussed, and listeners are provided with resources to find support. Remote coaching sessions are also mentioned as an option for those seeking guidance.
Show Notes:
00:00— Introduction and Icebreaker
03:05— The Impact of Perfectionism on Mental Health
08:10— Identifying Signs of Perfectionism
13:15— The Dangers of Perfectionism in the Workplace
19:37— Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
25:26— Coping Mechanisms for Work-Related Stress
29:16— Maintaining Self-Care and Prioritizing Well-being
34:15— Tips for Managers to Support Mental Health
36:59— Actionable Tips for Dealing with Work-Related Pressures
37:17— Boundaries and Self-Care
38:12— Getting Help and Support
39:25— The Value of Therapy and Self-Reflection
40:59— Disconnecting from Technology
41:39— Embracing Self-Acceptance
41:57— Where to Find Dr. Ann Welsh Online
42:46— Remote Coaching Sessions
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