Navigating Emotional Realities with Adults: Emotional Poverty at Work

The Importance of Building Stronger Inner Lives in the Workplace

Modern adult life is complex, especially for those whose working lives dominate their mental and emotional space. Many of us spend more time at work than at any other activity; it’s there we’re often forced to deal with our own and others’ emotional issues. These issues often lead to major problems in organizations, erode individual well-being, create toxic and even dangerous environments—and impact rates of retention and productivity.

Navigating Emotional Realities with Adults helps leaders and employees alike better understand and address their own and others’ emotional health in the workplace. It draws conclusions and solutions from child and adult developmental psychology, brain science, and more to identify the foundations of our emotional makeup and guide us to healthier, happier times at work.

You’ll discover:

“This material gives insight into the science of human emotions and adult development that business leaders can utilize to improve employee morale, which in turn improves overall business performance.” —Kristy Gebhart, Regional Vice President, Partners Personnel, Indianapolis, Indiana

“This book is a superb guide for all adults to deepen their understanding of self and others. The takeaways offer powerful strategies in navigating our realities and reducing stress.” —Suzie Johnson-Smith, Social Services Supervisor, Peterborough, Ontario, Canada

Ruby K. Payne, Ph.D. is CEO and founder of aha! Process and an author, speaker, and publisher. She is a leading expert on human mindsets and solutions for personal and professional well-being and success.

Jim Ott, S.Psy.S. served 36 years as a school psychologist in Eastern Iowa. He now consults with organizations to address the challenges of poverty, mental health, and emotional development.