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What is emotional dumping?
Emotional dumping is when a person overshares their feelings or perspectives without any awareness of or respect for the listener’s emotional state or needs.
Why is emotional dumping important?
Emotional dumping is an act of stealing time and energy because it doesn’t honor the listener’s consent or boundaries, therefore interfering with both work and psychological well-being.
Examples of emotional dumping
Emotional dumping is an act of stealing time and energy because it doesn’t honor the listener’s consent or boundaries, therefore interfering with both work and psychological well-being.
- Always beginning an interaction by unloading complaints or negative emotions
- Shifting the emotional weight of a problem onto another person and/or denying constructive help or feedback
- Constantly talking about personal issues in unsolicited or inappropriate contexts
How nilo.health can help
The nilo.health programs “Worry less, live more”, “Manage your mood”, “Live more mindfully” and “Strengthen assertiveness” can help employees tackle underlying issues which lead to emotional dumping. Additionally, one-to-one psychological counseling helps employees better understand their experiences, attitudes and objectives, further supporting personal growth and professional development.
