Why leaving a job feels like leaving your people

Why does leaving a job feel like leaving your people? Your team knows your coffee order, and the group chat has jokes nobody else would get. For a lot of us, work has become the main place we feel like we belong, and that makes a draining job a whole lot harder to leave. In this episode, I'm talking about the need to belong, what the Surgeon General's 2023 loneliness advisory says about how much connection has shrunk outside of work, why managers hand more unpaid work to the employees they see as loyal, and why layoffs hit so hard when your people and your paycheck live in the same place. You'll also get a simple belonging map to see how much of your belonging runs through your job, plus one small experiment to start building some that doesn't need a login. If you decide to stay, stay because the work and the place still fit. Got something to say? Text me! Support the show Check out the detailed show notes (https://tarakermiet.com/podcast/) and leave your thoughts or questions about today's topic. -----  👉 Start by taking my free Burnout Drivers Mini Assessment  😍 Join my community on Instagram (@TaraKermiet) and/or TikTok (@TaraKermiet) so we can stay connected! 🎤 Got a question, a topic you want me to cover, or just want to share your thoughts? I'd love to hear from you! Send me a DM or email.  Stay balanced, stay badass, and make good choices! Disclaimer: My content is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. For serious concerns, please consult a qualified provider.  This episode may contain affiliate links. If you purchase through one, I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend tools and resources I've personally used and would suggest to a client.