In this collaborative episode of the Workplace Violence Prevention Podcast, Kimberly McLennan, certified CPI and Gracie Medical Defense trainer, sits down with Susana Becerra, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Behavioral Health Counselor with the Academic and Staff Assistance Program (ASAP), to explore the connection between stress and workplace violence. Together, they discuss how unmanaged stress can contribute to conflict, the warning signs to look for, and practical strategies for self-awareness, de-escalation, and resilience. Listeners will walk away with valuable tools to better manage stress, support their well-being, and help create a safer workplace for everyone.