In this episode, Dr Carly Shrever and Sally Ryan unpack stress and burnout in high-pressure industries like construction and law.
Speaking with host Maona Matanda, the duo explores why stress isn’t always harmful, how burnout develops, and why “busyness” culture can mask early warning signs. The conversation also offers practical strategies – from managing self-talk and setting boundaries to recognising physical and emotional red flags – and highlights leaders’ roles in fostering psychologically safe workplaces.
Dr Carly is a lawyer, psychologist and empirical researcher. Sally is a psychologist and family therapist. Both are Directors at Human Ethos, which helps lawyers experience greater satisfaction and wellbeing in their work.
Resources and links:
Sally Ryan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sally-ryan-b320b995/
Carly Schrever on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carly-schrever-phd-b0034642/
Human Ethos: https://www.humanethos.com.au/