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Shift work can take a serious toll on your mental health, but it’s not talked about enough. In this episode, Roger Sutherland shares his 40 years of experience in shift work and dives into how it impacts our psychological well-being. He opens up about the mental health challenges shift workers face and provides actionable strategies to help you manage them.
Roger breaks down practical tools like shifting your mindset, a simple gratitude exercise to rewire your brain, and stress-busting techniques like box breathing. He also shares an important message on self-compassion, reminding us all: "No one likes a bully—so why bully yourself?"
If you’re a shift worker feeling the weight of irregular hours, this episode is for you. Tune in to learn how to thrive—not just survive—on shift work. And don’t forget to share it with your colleagues!
For more tips and resources, visit ahealthyshift.com.
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Roger Sutherland is Australia's Night Shift & Sleep Specialist and the founder of A Healthy Shift.
After more than 40 years working rotating shifts with Victoria Police, Roger now helps organisations reduce fatigue risk, improve staff wellbeing and build healthier, safer and higher-performing 24/7 workplaces through evidence-based education, circadian biology and the Shift Work Championsâ„¢ Framework.
Shift Work Championsâ„¢: https://join.ahealthyshift.com/shift-work-capability
Website: https://ahealthyshift.com.au
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roger-sutherland
Instagram: @a_healthy_shift
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Disclaimer: Roger Sutherland is not a doctor or a medical professional. Always consult a physician before implementing any strategies mentioned in this podcast. Use of this information is strictly at your own risk. Roger Sutherland will not assume any liability for direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of the information contained in this podcast, including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness, or death.
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