What's Happening At Work Show

Episode#121 - Joyce shares Insights on Navigating Distress Tolerance Well-being with Zander Keig

Joyce Odidison

In this episode of What's Happening at Work Podcast, we are joined by Zander Keig, an esteemed social worker, best-selling author, and motivational speaker. Zander is renowned for his significant contributions to social care and emotional well-being, including being awarded the 2023 Caregiving.com LGBTQ Advocate of the Year and the 2020 NASW National Social Worker of the Year. With a rich academic background in Interpersonal Communication, Conflict Analysis and Resolution, Theological Systems, and Clinical Social Work, Zander has been a pivotal force in delivering workshops on conflict mitigation, diversity and inclusion, and emotional resilience for over three decades. He is also the host of the Umbrella Hour podcast on the UK Health Radio Network and author of the best-selling book The Third Space: A Nonconformist's Guide to the Universe.

In this episode, Joyce and Zander explore the concept of Distress Tolerance Well-being skills—crucial tools for managing negative emotions and navigating stressful circumstances. Learn how to develop and practice these skills before a crisis hits, and understand the importance of acceptance and tolerance in dealing with ambiguity and uncertainty.

Tune in to discover:

  • Techniques to enhance distress tolerance
  • The role of acceptance in emotional regulation
  • How to practice skills that prepare you for unforeseen crises

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