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Gen Z isn’t just tired from work. 😮‍💨

They’re describing a kind of fatigue that doesn’t really switch off. The kind that stays, even on lighter days.

The more you hear it, the more familiar it starts to sound.

This month’s newsletter explores what’s behind that feeling and why it may be more widely experienced than we think. 🧠

Building something meaningful can be exciting. ✨ It can also be exhausting.

In this episode of 𝗟𝗲𝘁’𝘀 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴, Sushil Eapen speaks with Jaggi Nadig about stress, balance, and what it really takes to stay grounded while building big things. 💬

Honest. Relatable. It’s a conversation many of us don’t have often enough.

📩 Your inbox isn’t the only thing overloaded!

From endless notifications to a constant stream of updates, information overload is quietly draining focus and mental energy. 🔔

It’s not just a productivity issue; it’s a wellbeing one.

In this month’s newsletter, we share simple, realistic ways to cut through the noise, protect your headspace, and set healthier boundaries with your devices. 📵

✅ You’ll also find a quick self-checklist to spot the signs of digital fatigue and practical steps to reclaim your mental bandwidth.

This Friendship Day, we’re unpacking the friendships that keep us grounded and the ones that quietly weigh us down. Because while some friends bring comfort, laughter, and strength 🤝, others leave behind confusion, guilt, or exhaustion 😓. We’re exploring how friendships shape our mental wellbeing, how to tell when a bond is helping or hurting, and why setting boundaries is sometimes the most caring thing you can do. Whether you’re growing closer or growing apart, your mental health deserves to be part of the equation. 🧩

🧭 As we step into the second half of the year, it’s a good time to pause and reflect. In this month’s issue, we explore what it means to move beyond ‘just okay,’ make room for what truly matters, and understand ourselves a little better. 🌿 From recognising feelings like languishing to using simple tools like ‘name it to tame it,’ this edition is about small, practical shifts that can make a big difference.

The Unspoken Languages of Stress

Sometimes we think stress only shows up when something big happens like a fight, a deadline, or bad news. But often, it shows up in smaller ways. Maybe you’re more tired than usual. Maybe you can’t focus, or you feel irritated for no reason. You tell yourself it’s nothing. Just a busy day. But your body and mind could be trying to tell you they’re overwhelmed. Stress doesn’t always shout - sometimes, it whispers. And the more we learn to notice those whispers, the better we can take care of ourselves.

This quote by Hans Selye emphasizes that stress is a natural part of life, but it’s our personal reaction to stressful situations that determines its impact on our well-being. How we interpret and respond to stress - whether with calm resilience or with anxiety- can either protect us or cause harm. It reminds us that by changing our mindset and coping strategies, we can better manage stress and reduce its negative effects.

Stress is something every working professional knows all too well. Deadlines, meetings, juggling projects, and those unexpected last-minute tasks - stress is almost like an unwanted coworker who never takes a break. But what if I told you that how you experience, and express stress depends on your unique “stress language”?

Just like we have different communication styles, we each have a distinct way of feeling and showing stress. This is called your stress language—the signals your mind and body send when things get overwhelming. Recognising your stress language is a game-changer for managing pressure at work.

Here’s what this looks like:

The Silent Sufferer: Maybe you keep stress bottled up, pushing through without saying a word. You might appear calm, but inside, your mind is racing. This can lead to burnout because you never give yourself a chance to decompress or ask for help.

The Overthinker: Stress triggers a flood of thoughts - “Did I miss something? What if this goes wrong?” Your mind loops endlessly, making it hard to focus or make decisions. Your stress language is your racing thoughts.

The Frustrated Exploder: Sometimes stress bursts out as irritability or snapping at colleagues. You might regret it later but now, it feels like your pressure valve blew.

The Avoider: Stress might push you to procrastinate or distract yourself with everything except the task at hand. It’s a way to escape the pressure but often makes things pile up.

Knowing your stress language helps you catch these signals early. Instead of reacting on autopilot, you can use strategies that suit you. For example, if you’re a Silent Sufferer, scheduling regular breaks or confiding in a trusted colleague can help. Overthinkers might benefit from mindfulness exercises or writing down their worries. Exploders could try physical activity to release tension, while Avoiders might set small, manageable goals to stay on track.

Work stress won’t disappear overnight, but learning your stress language gives you a toolkit to handle it better. The next time stress knocks, listen to how you talk back - and respond with kindness to yourself. After all, managing stress is not about eliminating it, but about understanding and navigating it your way.

Workplace Mental Health Myth-Buster

Work stress affects us all - but how we handle it is personal. In this episode, learn to recognise your unique stress language and discover simple ways to stay calm and focused at work.

Tune in to keep your cool when pressure hits!

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