Pursuit of happiness PwC

Americans are busier than ever, but less productive, more tired, and overwhelmed with everything expected of them. What can we do to better manage our energy to live happier, healthier lives? Hear from Brigid Shulte, author of “Overwhelmed: Work, Love and Play When No One Has the Time,” for perspective and ideas on this modern day epidemic.

When are you going to have kids? It seems like an innocent question, but for someone going through fertility treatments it can knock the wind out of you. In episode 10 of Pursuit of Happiness, four PwC professionals talk about their emotional journey with in vitro fertilization and how their colleagues were a support system through the highs and the lows.

Religion at work? Serenity rooms, sacred food, accommodating religious holidays – Mark Fowler of the Tanenbaum Center for Interreligious Understanding provides insight into how progressive workplaces address religious diversity.

Today’s fathers have high expectations about the type of dad they want to be. But what happens when parenting aspirations compete with career demands? Hear Dr. Brad Harrington share insights from research on the changing role of the American father.

As our understanding of gender continues to evolve, join us for a timely discussion with Jean Malpas, creator of the Gender & Family Project at the Ackerman Institute. Jean explains why allies are so important to promoting inclusive workplaces as he takes us through his community approach to supporting transgender youth transitions.

Do you fight with your spouse about who does the laundry? Or disagree over how to find a babysitter fast? Then this podcast is for you. Listen as Tiffany Dufu, Chief Leadership Officer of Levo and an author, discusses how negotiating household responsibilities and dropping some balls can make you happier at home and at work.