Includes bibliographical references (pages 285-299) and index.
Summary
"A collection of pragmatic self-care methods for balancing the competing demands of career, well-being, and personal fulfillment. Includes exercises and questions for reflection"-- Provided by publisher.
Contents
Introduction -- Part 1: What does self-care have to do with your career? Taking care of yourself is a radical act ; The disappearing line between life and work ; What if you showed up at work as yourself? ; The power of journaling -- Part 2: The people in your work and life. Who's your tribe? ; How to have a conversation with anyone, anywhere, anytime ; Dealing with toxic people ; How to thrive (or at least survive) in an unequal world ; How to get mentored - and sponsored (which is just as important) -- Part 3: How to get where you want to go. Why should make sure to do what you love ; How to reach your biggest goals; The power of yes and the power of no ; Your day job and your dream job ; The dirty little secret about success ; How to build your own confidence -- Part 4: Work + life = ? Why you should have to stop working so hard ; Why your relationships outside work can make your career ; Making work work for parents -- Part 5: Your whole self. You have a brain - here's how to make the most of it ; How mindfulness can help you in work and life ; What do you really want? ; It's your job to make yourself happy -- Epilogue: One small thing.
