Emotional resilience in professional pursuits. In the pursuit of professional success, maintaining mental health can become a significant challenge. Today, I’d like to share an enlightening conversation I had with a CEO. His admission, “I need to be strong and make rational decisions, yet I die a few times a day in an irrational way,” resonated deeply with me. It inspired me to reflect on my own experiences battling panic attacks while striving to achieve goals. These attacks manifesting as high heart rates, chest tightness, dizziness, and other distressing symptoms aren’t organic illnesses but manifestations of anxiety disorders with panic attacks.
Navigating Anxiety: Personal Reflections and Managerial Realities
When I first encountered panic attacks, resources and information were scarce, making it challenging to acknowledge this disorder rationally. Today, I encounter numerous individuals, especially managers, grappling with similar anxiety disorders. Surprisingly, studies reveal that it’s often the strong and resilient individuals, like managers, who are more susceptible to such conditions.
Emotions in Professional Terrain: Lessons from ‘Suits’
Consider watching an episode from the TV series ‘Suits’ to delve deeper into emotional complexities in professional settings. Initially hesitant due to its ‘American’ vibe, the show’s narrative about emotions surpassing transactions struck a chord. The portrayal of a seemingly robust character experiencing panic attacks shed light on the trigger not being work-related stress but a lack of emotional understanding. Accumulating unaddressed emotions led to a profound mental and physical breakdown, hindering both professional and personal life.
Conclusion: The Imperative of Emotional Resilience in Management
Emotional resilience in professional pursuits. Reflecting on personal and observed experiences, I advocate that every manager should possess not only a managerial toolkit but also an emotional arsenal. Despite the discussions around emotional well-being, the question lingers: Is enough being done to equip managers with coping mechanisms? Do these issues resonate in your environment?
In summary, managing success alongside mental health challenges requires an amalgamation of emotional resilience and managerial prowess, a synergy crucial for navigating the complexities of modern professional life.
