Profiles in Tech, Part V: The Dev Whisperer

For our fifth installment of “Profiles in Tech,” we meet Ana, a product manager at a mobile app. We hear what it’s like to address a slew of user concerns, dealing with the ever-present pressure to fix everything, like now, like right away. We learn about her awesome ability to pick up on how her developers are feeling, especially the quieter voices. As a reminder, this blog series highlighting the unique mindset of those who work in tech… their outlook, their concerns, and their quest for fulfillment. Each post derives from an interview with an engineer, programmer, or developer in the San Francisco Bay Area, and begins with their story, followed by a few reflections from a mental health perspective.

techiesAndrew KushnickDecember 21, 2023attunement, burnout, communication, technology

Profiles in Tech, Part IV: Ambassador to the Republic of Tech

Our fourth installment of “Profiles in Tech” focuses on Jake, a software engineer at a bioscience lab. Jake works with scientists to identify what they’re needing from software, and relishes his role in translating the language of tech to an unfamiliar audience. As a reminder, this blog series highlighting the unique mindset of those who work in tech… their outlook, their concerns, and their quest for fulfillment. Each post derives from an interview with an engineer, programmer, or developer in the San Francisco Bay Area, and begins with their story, followed by a few reflections from a mental health perspective.

techiesAndrew KushnickAugust 3, 2021brain, communication, technology, window of tolerance, mindfulness, neuroscience

Concerned About Re-Engaging in "Normal" Life? 10 Best Practices

With pandemic restrictions lifting, you’re about to venture out more... Mixing with people you haven’t seen. You may be psyched to “get back to normal.” Or perhaps you feel weird about it. In this post you’ll find “10 Best Practices” to do it right.

anxiety, traumaAndrew KushnickApril 19, 2021brain, communication, self-discovery, self-help, trauma

5 More Cheesy Relationship Analogies That Every Couple Should Know

It all started with “5 Cheesy Relationship Analogies That Every Couple Should Know.” Analogies that were totally cheesy, but easy to remember. When you’re in an argument with your significant other, higher brain function can be hard to come by. Anything you can remember from therapy is likely to help. Since then, couples have told me that they’re using some of ‘em successfully, but not every analogy resonates with everyone. Clearly, a sequel was necessary. So try them out, and see if you can steer your relationship towards peace.