Returning to work after a break
Imposter Syndrome
Parents or career changers can ease back into work without feeling unqualified.
Similar Situations
Bannister Effect
Pursuing higher education: Seeing friends or co-workers complete degrees or certifications, especially later in life, can break your own mental barrier toward returning to school.
Stanford Prison Experiment by Zimbardo
Workplace interactions: Recognizing power dynamics and promoting a positive work environment to avoid potential abuse of authority.
Kubler-Ross Curve
Illness diagnosis: Processing emotions and adapting to a new reality after receiving a life-changing diagnosis.
The Four Chronotypes
Avoiding Afternoon Slumps: Understanding when each chronotype’s energy dips (e.g., Bears in the afternoon, Dolphins sporadically) can help plan breaks.
Self-Serving Bias
Work Performance: Understanding that not all success is solely due to personal abilities can lead to a more balanced self-assessment and willingness to learn from others' contributions.
Flea In a Jar
Returning to a Hobby or Passion: Feeling rusty doesn’t mean you're no longer talented. Joy and skill often return with practice.
SMART Goals
Work Projects: Applying SMART goals to work projects can increase productivity and success rates.
Belbin's Nine Team Roles
Adapting to Change in the Workplace: Monitor Evaluator analyzes the potential impact of the change, and Shaper helps the team adapt and stay motivated.
Pain vs Boredom Experiment
Work-Life Balance: Engaging in fulfilling activities outside of work to minimize boredom-induced stress.
SWOT Analysis
Project Management: Before embarking on a project at work or home, a SWOT analysis can help in understanding the resources available, potential challenges, and ways to capitalize on opportunities.