Prince Harry, who famously walked out on his job as a working British royal with his wife for a new life in California, said in a recent interview that workers who are not finding “joy” in their jobs should be “celebrated” for quitting them.
Speaking in his role as chief impact officer of BetterUp, a human resources, coaching, and workplace wellness firm, Harry told business magazine Fast Company that people should maintain “mental fitness” because “helping others reach their peak performance positively impacts the whole world.”
Asked about coronavirus-related “burnout and job resignations” Harry said: “A lot of the job resignations you mention aren’t all bad. In fact, it is a sign that with self-awareness comes the need for change. Many people around the world have been stuck in jobs that didn’t bring them joy, and now they’re putting their mental health and happiness first. This is something to be celebrated.”
