S2 Ep 8 John Kolotas, relationships and wellbeing

Kaplan Community Podcast

English - August 24, 2021 07:00 - 29 minutes - 20.7 MB
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John Kolotas is an experienced professional in Human Resources and Organisational Development. Listen to John's insights on strengthening interpersonal relationships, establishing new social networks, and challenges for international students.

John notes options for establishing new social networks, such as social media and online gaming. While gaming is productive option for some, others need more personal friendships. Reaching out personally could require a deeper understanding of emotional intelligence and positive psychology. John recommends the following self-help websites.

Positive Psychology Center at the University of Pennsylvania.The Greater Good Science Center and Resolve Conflict at Work at the University of California, Berkeley

John is in awe of the the resilience of international students and migrants, who speak English as a second language. He discusses the difficulties making new friends in Australia and fitting in with Australian culture. He offers tips for self-help to maintain your confidence through the most challenging times. Listen further.

TIMELINE
1:23 How social relationships evolve
6:15 Maintaining self-esteem in lonely times
8:30 Prioritising social settings - even online!
12:50 Communicating to build social relationships
15:26 Social mistakes and conflict, what to do now?
19:07 Understanding unresolved conflict
20:32 Pandemic and impacts on interpersonal relationships
22:20 Who to turn to for personal support?
23:00 Bore out, professional growth, and self-motivation
26:09 Career options in Human Resources