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This distinction comes from the work of Buber, a theologian. I-Thou refers to interactions that are premised on dignity and mutual respect. These can be enriching and humanizing for both parties. I-it interactions, by contrast, are purely instrumental, purely about getting the job done with the minimum of human connection – not necessarily rude or discourteous, but with no warmth or feeling. These interactions can be dehumanizing not only for the person on the receiving end of such an approach, but also the person who initiates this type of interaction. Some people rely on I-it interactions because they have no motivation to rise above simply getting the job done. However, even people who are committed to I-Thou interactions and the…

From four-day work week trials to upticks in investment in employee wellbeing, organisations are more aware than ever of the importance of mentally healthy workplaces. However, despite more organisations prioritising their employees' wellbeing, mental health is still one of the leading causes of people needing to take time off work for health reasons. According to The Health Foundation, mental ill health is now the most common cause of work-limiting conditions for people under 44-years-old, and the number of young people citing their mental health as a work-limiting factor has quadrupled in a decade. Click here to read more

You are someone’s ancestor. Most immediately, you are the ancestor of the you of tomorrow. That’s why we don’t spend every penny in our bank account, why we put leftovers in the fridge, why we earn a degree–it’s a gift to the you of tomorrow. Each of us have a way of thinking about our ancestorhood. Click here to read more

Ageism is an unfortunate reality of the work world — with HR leaders often hard-pressed to find solid solutions to widespread bias against workers of a certain age. “Current policies and workplace dynamics are failing to protect employees from age-related discrimination,” said Heather O’Neill, career expert at the resume-design platform Resume Now. “We need stronger tools, more comprehensive education and targeted training to put an end to this epidemic.” In a recent survey of more than 1,000 workers over 40 years old, Resume Now found that 9 in 10 had experienced age-related discrimination at work. Click here to read more

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