Devils Advocate: Trades Edition
Devils Advocate: Trades Edition
Lisas Show
Lisa McGrath

Workplace Boundaries, Relationships, and Mental Health in Trades

S2 E38 • Aug 13, 2025 • 30 mins

In this episode, Lisa McGrath delves into the complexities of relationships and boundaries in the workplace, touching on the concept of "work wives" and friendships between sexes. She explores how boundaries and respect shape workplace dynamics and addresses the sensitive topics of work affairs and infidelity. The role of HR policies in managing workplace relationships is discussed, along with final reflections on extramarital affairs. The conversation shifts to parental conflicts and their impact on children, mental health challenges in various trades, and the dangers associated with keeping secrets. The episode includes a sponsor segment from Dynamic AI Hub.

Key Points

  • Work wives or husbands can play a crucial role in bridging communication gaps between spouses, often helping to facilitate important actions or decisions at work.
  • Extramarital affairs in the workplace should be managed with strict boundaries and confidentiality agreements to protect all parties involved and maintain a professional environment.
  • The emotional and logistical complexities of infidelity often stem from the cheater robbing their partner of the choice to address issues or protect themselves, rather than the act of cheating itself.
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