Nick Jonsson: Executive Loneliness – The Unspoken Isolation
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Nick Jonsson is the co-founder and managing director of the Singapore branch of EGN (Executives’ Global Network) and dedicated to raising awareness and eliminating the stigma around the phenomenon of executive loneliness.
He has identified that feelings of isolation and depression—personal struggles he has grappled with and ultimately conquered—are far more pervasive than many realize. In professional environments, particularly among executives, there exists a cultural expectation to exhibit success and unwavering strength. However, beneath this facade, countless individuals endure silent battles with their mental health, feeling isolated and disconnected.
The pressure to maintain an image of competence can create an environment where individuals feel compelled to suppress their struggles, giving rise to a hidden crisis. In the pursuit of professionalism and success, many choose to mask their emotional hardships, fearing that vulnerability may be perceived as weakness. This denial often leads to an internal conflict, where feelings of inadequacy and anxiety linger beneath the surface, unaddressed and unspoken. As a result, the reality of their emotional turmoil is overlooked by both themselves and those around them, perpetuating a cycle of isolation and distress that undermines their well-being.
Published: 2022-05-04
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