PHASE 3 - PEOPLE, LIFE & REAL CONVERSATIONS
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Small Talk, Deep Connection & Active EmpathyPractice talking naturally about small talk, watercooler chats, and active empathy at work, comforting others by validating their feelings without giving unsolicited advice.
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Friendship in Adulthood & Building BelongingDiscuss adult friendships, remote work isolation, social fatigue, self-compassion, and how to intentionally build belonging by finding third places.
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Boundaries, Saying No & Handling PushbackA comprehensive guide to setting professional boundaries, delivering firm but kind refusals, and handling pushback from stakeholders and managers in a software engineering context.
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Family Dynamics & Emotional IndependenceUnderstand parental worry as an act of love while navigating the brutal job market, the rise of AI, and the fierce competition of recent years. Learn to set boundaries with deep empathy.
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Habits, Comfort Zones & Keystone SystemsLearn how to build new habits, set up a productive space, and make lasting changes in your routine without relying only on willpower.
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Burnout, Mental Overload & Alert FatigueAnalyze the causes of feeling completely exhausted, alert fatigue, and mental overload in tech, while building healthy work habits and recovery routines.
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Success, Money & Choosing Your Own PathLearn how to talk about your career choices, choose your own path, build an emergency fund, and define success on your own terms.