The good news is the workplace can provide many opportunities for learning and evolution because life lessons are presented in relationships. Because of the repeated interactions in the workplace, egos are often hooked in, resulting in suffering, anger, projection, and self-doubt. Frequent interaction with the same people results in intensified emotions and reactions. When you can respond to conflicts with self-reflection, confrontations and painful experiences will provide portals for personal evolution and realizations. It is our life purpose to become restored to our inner greatness, our true selves, and our inherent joy. As they bring up pain and anxiety within us, relationships can also lead us to discover the source of the problem, so we can release it and become free.
So, in spite of the pain and suffering, you can become a wise and authentic person when you use the workplace for your growth. When you face your fears by responding from your higher self instead of ego defense mechanisms, your authentic power grows. You also emanate a confidence and create  a safety for others to respond from their authentic selves.
This domino effect can bring about a culture of compassion and respect and create an extraordinary workplace. You will be happier and your company will outperform companies who operate from the old model of fear and intimidation.
