Feelings are complicated. And even more so at work. We like to believe the ultimate professional is stoic, but what important information do we miss when we disregard our emotions on the job? In this episode, Harvard psychologist Susan David helps us break free from the "tyranny of positivity" and embrace the full range of our emotions. After the talk, host Modupe Akinola extends this idea to the workplace by examining a time she shed tears at a meeting with colleagues. Listen and subscribe to TED Business and more podcasts from the TED Audio Collective at audiocollective.ted.com.

TED Business: Should we cry at work?

Should we cry at work?

Suppressing emotions at work can lead to heightened stress and lost signals, impacting decisions and personal happiness.

Embracing emotional agility allows for authentic expression and can foster innovation, engagement, and creativity in the workplace.

Emotions are not directives but data; recognizing this can help navigate complex work environments with curiosity and compassion.