# Your Thanksgiving survival tool (no, really) Page: https://stenobird.com/podcast/sh-t-i-just-quit-my-job-6620326/your-thanksgiving-survival-tool-no-really Text version: https://stenobird.com/podcast/sh-t-i-just-quit-my-job-6620326/your-thanksgiving-survival-tool-no-really.md Podcast: [Sh*t I Just Quit My Job](https://stenobird.com/podcast/sh-t-i-just-quit-my-job-6620326) Published: 2025-11-26T14:15:00+00:00 Episode link: https://sht-i-just-quit-my-job.captivate.fm/episode/your-thanksgiving-survival-tool-no-really Audio file: https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d1166fc3-413d-4a43-b90f-089641df97b9.mp3 Processing state: not_requested JSON: https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/sh-t-i-just-quit-my-job-6620326/episodes/your-thanksgiving-survival-tool-no-really Duration seconds: 3641 ## Resource In this special episode, host Maricella Herrera introduces listener calls to the podcast for the first time. She sits down with Jaqueline Oliveira-Cella to test SAFE—an AI-powered emotional awareness tool—on two real workplace scenarios submitted by listeners. SAFE is a methodology that helps people pause and reframe in high-stakes emotional moments at work and in life. The framework stands for Set intentions, Acknowledge facts vs emotions, Frame and reframe, and Execute. In this episode, Maricella and Jackie work through two common workplace challenges: Scenario 1: Navigating a Company Reorg A listener shares their anxiety about job security after their group is acquired by a larger team. They're unsure whether to update their resume, network with the new team, or wait to see how leadership decisions unfold. Using SAFE, they separate facts from feelings, identify what's within their control, and develop concrete micro-actions like "building bridges, not safety nets." Scenario 2: Managing Uncertainty with a New Boss Another listener describes the discomfort of having a new manager who meets with the team before direct reports. They want to make a good first impression but don't know how to introduce themselves without overloading or being absent. SAFE helps them reframe the situation, consider the manager's perspective, and create a thoughtful introduction strategy. Throughout both scenarios, Maricella and Jackie discuss the importance of distinguishing facts from emotions, finding hope and agency in uncertain situations, and taking small, strategic actions rather than waiting passively. They also explore how AI tools like SAFE can augment critical thinking and emotional awareness—not replace human connection. This is Part 1 of a two-part series. Next week, Maricella s… ## Actions - request_transcript: `POST https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/sh-t-i-just-quit-my-job-6620326/episodes/your-thanksgiving-survival-tool-no-really/transcription-requests` — Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode. - read_markdown: `GET https://stenobird.com/podcast/sh-t-i-just-quit-my-job-6620326/your-thanksgiving-survival-tool-no-really.md` — Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource. A page view does not enqueue transcription. Agents should invoke `request_transcript` explicitly when they need this episode processed. ## Transcript Full transcripts are not published on public pages unless there is a clear rights basis.