During a recent feedback meeting, the Join Joyfully team told us about how one of the nurse managers from a different facility shared an interesting coping mechanism she used to deal with pressure she was feeling while at work.
She said, "I used to fake being happy. It might sound a little weird, but when I act all cheerful and supportive, a couple hours later, I realize the I'm feeling genuinely better. Or at the very least, distracted enough by staying focused on work...” Sound familiar?
While putting on a brave face can be helpful in certain situations, we don't want any of you to feel like you constantly have to suppress your true emotions. That's where Join Joyfully can be a valuable resource.
The app provides a safe, anonymous space to openly express how you're really feeling without having to put on an act. The emotional support chats, support groups, and mindfulness tools are all designed to help you process stress, anxiety, burnout or any other difficult emotions in a healthy way.
You don't have to just power through or fake it till you make it. Instead, use Join Joyfully to get the emotional support you need, so you can show up for residents and coworkers as your authentic self.
Putting on a happy face temporarily is okay, but prioritizing your genuine mental health allows you to thrive, not just survive. We're here to support you in doing that.
