You Are Not A Frog
334 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingThe podcast for GPs, hospital doctors and other professionals in high-stakes, high-stress jobs who want to thrive rather than just survive.
You studied for years, you’re really good at what you do but you’ve noticed that you’re starting to feel overwhelmed, overworked and under-resourced. You may be comparing yourself to a frog in boiling water - the heat has built up so slowly that you haven’t noticed the extra-long days becoming the norm. You may feel on the edge and trapped in the very job that you’ve spent years working towards.
Here’s the problem, frogs only have two choices; stay and be boiled alive, or jump out of the pan. The good news is that you are not a frog. You have many more choices than you think you do. You don’t have to quit, and nor should stress and burnout be inevitable.
It is possible to be master of your own destiny, to craft your work life and career so that you can thrive even in the most difficult of situations. There are simple changes you can make which will make a huge difference to your stress levels and help you enjoy life again.
Your host is Dr Rachel Morris, GP turned Executive Coach and Specialist in Resilience at Work who knows what it’s like to feel like an exhausted frog. In the podcast, she’ll be talking to friends, colleagues and experts all who have an interesting take on resilience for clever people in high-stakes, high-stress jobs so that together you can take back control to beat stress and burnout, survive and thrive.
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Episodes
How to Delegate, Do it, or Drop it with Anna Dearmon Kornick
October 05, 2021 07:00 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MBAnna Dearmon Kornick teaches us strategies for managing time and determining when to delegate. She also explains why time management is heart management. When you get clear on your vision, goals, and values, you can do more of what matters to you. Episode Highlights [08:48] How to Have More Control in Your Day Mentally walking through your day allows you to anticipate problems in advance and come up with solutions. When you know your schedule, you can also give your breaks a purpose. ...
How to Avoid Becoming the Second Victim with Dr Caraline Wright & Dr Lizzie Sweeting
September 28, 2021 07:00 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MBIn this episode, Dr Caraline Wright and Dr Lizzie Sweeting discuss the second victim phenomenon. They explain why patient safety incidents are occupational hazards and how they can affect healthcare providers. Finally, they share tips on how to avoid second victimhood and how to provide support. Episode Highlights [04:31] What is a Second Victim? A second victim is a healthcare provider who becomes traumatised due to an unanticipated adverse patient event. [05:33] How Patient Safety Rela...
How to Break Up With Your Toxic Relationship With Your Career with Dr Pauline Morris
September 21, 2021 07:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBIn this episode, Dr Pauline Morris shares common pitfalls that create unsustainable work habits. She also explains why staying in your comfort zone can be detrimental to your performance. Finally, we learn about self-care. Episode Highlights [02:55] Top Career Concerns From Doctors Many doctors think that they aren't in a work environment conducive to growth. Others are starting to rethink their careers in medicine. [05:32] Career Counselling in Medicine Most physicians are told to se...
What to Do About Bitching and Backbiting with Dr Edward Pooley
September 14, 2021 07:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MBThis week, Dr Edward Pooley teaches us how to respond when colleagues make inappropriate comments about others. He gives us concrete steps to prepare ourselves to speak up when the situation requires. Episode Highlights [05:05] Finding Yourself in an Uncomfortable Conversation These conversations usually fall under three categories. The first two are more permissible, while the third is more serious. [09:01] Letting Off Stream vs Something More Serious If it’s the latter, advise the...
What to do About Bitching and Backbiting with Dr Edward Pooley
September 14, 2021 07:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MBThis week, Dr Edward Pooley teaches us how to respond when colleagues make inappropriate comments about others. He gives us concrete steps to prepare ourselves to speak up when the situation requires. Episode Highlights [05:05] Finding Yourself in an Uncomfortable Conversation These conversations usually fall under three categories. The first two are more permissible, while the third is more serious. [09:01] Letting Off Stream vs Something More Serious If it’s the latter, advise the...
Should I Stay or Should I Go? with Corrina Gordon-Barnes
September 07, 2021 05:00 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MBCorrina Gordon-Barnes joins us to share how to better relationships and take control and stay in your zone of power. She explains how to make a good decision by questioning your thoughts and assumptions. Highlights [04:42] Corrina’s Coaching Journey For 16 years, Corrina has been coaching and helping people find what they wanted to do. Our amygdala doesn’t just function as a threat detection system; it also seeks connection and belonging. Because we want to fit in, we sometimes do thing...
Should I stay or should I go? with Corrina Gordon-Barnes
September 07, 2021 05:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MBCorrina Gordon-Barnes joins us to share how to better relationships and take control and stay in your zone of power. She explains how to make a good decision by questioning your thoughts and assumptions. Highlights [04:42] Corrina’s Coaching Journey For 16 years, Corrina has been coaching and helping people find what they wanted to do. Our amygdala doesn’t just function as a threat detection system; it also seeks connection and belonging. Because we want to fit in, we sometimes do thing...
Summer Replay Series: The One about Alcohol with Dr. Giles P. Croft
August 31, 2021 05:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MBOver the summer we’ve curated a series of past You Are Not A Frog episodes to help you reflect, take stock, and to help you get some headspace as you prepare for what’s bound to be a busy and challenging Autumn. These episodes are some of my personal favourites and I’m so pleased to be able to share them again. This week….The one about alcohol with Dr Giles P Croft. In it we discuss a book I read last summer (by a pool in Italy!) all about the toxic effects of alcohol and why almost ever...
Summer Replay Series: The One About Alcohol with Dr. Giles P. Croft
August 31, 2021 05:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MBOver the summer we’ve curated a series of past You Are Not A Frog episodes to help you reflect, take stock, and to help you get some headspace as you prepare for what’s bound to be a busy and challenging Autumn. These episodes are some of my personal favourites and I’m so pleased to be able to share them again. This week….The one about alcohol with Dr Giles P Croft. In it we discuss a book I read last summer (by a pool in Italy!) all about the toxic effects of alcohol and why almost ever...
Summer Replay Series: Productivity Hacks for a Calm, Effective Life with Dr. Gandalf
August 24, 2021 05:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBOver the summer we’ve curated a series of past You Are Not A Frog episodes to help you reflect, take stock, and to help you get some headspace as you prepare for what’s bound to be a busy and challenging Autumn. These episodes are some of my personal favourites and I’m so pleased to be able to share them again. This week…. Productivity hacks for a calm, effective life with Dr Gandalf. Many of you will know Ghandi from his fabulous eGP Learning podblast and he’s full of useful advice and ...
Summer Replay Series: How to be an adult with Ebonie Allard
August 17, 2021 05:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBOver the summer we’ve curated a series of past You Are Not A Frog episodes to help you reflect, take stock, and to help you get some headspace as you prepare for what’s bound to be a busy and challenging Autumn. These episodes are some of my personal favorites and I’m so pleased to be able to share them again. This week….How to be an adult with Ebonie Allard. I LOVE this episode with podcaster and master coach Ebonie. She’s got a very different take on life and offers a new perspective a...
Summer Replay Series: Treat others how THEY would like to be treated with Gitanjali Trevorrow-Seymour
August 10, 2021 05:00 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MBOver the summer we’ve curated a series of past You Are Not A Frog episodes to help you reflect, take stock, and help you get some headspace as you prepare for what’s bound to be a busy and challenging Autumn. These episodes are some of my personal favorites and I’m so pleased to be able to share them again. This week… Treat others how THEY would like to be treated with Gitanjali Trevorrow-Seymour. We had great fun recording this podcast - looking at how we’re all very different and respo...
Summer Replay Series: Treat Others How THEY Would Like to Be Treated with Gitanjali Trevorrow-Seymour
August 10, 2021 05:00 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MBOver the summer we’ve curated a series of past You Are Not A Frog episodes to help you reflect, take stock, and help you get some headspace as you prepare for what’s bound to be a busy and challenging Autumn. These episodes are some of my personal favorites and I’m so pleased to be able to share them again. This week… Treat others how THEY would like to be treated with Gitanjali Trevorrow-Seymour. We had great fun recording this podcast - looking at how we’re all very different and respo...
Summer Replay Series: How To Do Conflict Well with Jane Gunn
August 03, 2021 05:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBOver the summer we’ve curated a series of past You Are Not A Frog episodes to help you reflect, take stock, and help you get some headspace as you prepare for what’s bound to be a busy and challenging Autumn. These episodes are some of my personal favorites and I’m so pleased to be able to share them again. This week….how to do conflict well, with Jane Gunn. This episode really changed the way I think about disagreement and interpersonal conflict. We’re all capable of having difficult co...
Summer Replay Series: How to Do Conflict Well with Jane Gunn
August 03, 2021 05:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBOver the summer we’ve curated a series of past You Are Not A Frog episodes to help you reflect, take stock, and help you get some headspace as you prepare for what’s bound to be a busy and challenging Autumn. These episodes are some of my personal favorites and I’m so pleased to be able to share them again. This week….how to do conflict well, with Jane Gunn. This episode really changed the way I think about disagreement and interpersonal conflict. We’re all capable of having difficult co...
Summer Replay Series: Eff-It Living with John C Parkin
July 27, 2021 07:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBOver the summer we’ve curated a series of past You Are Not A Frog episodes to help you reflect, take stock, and to help you get some headspace as you prepare for what’s bound to be a busy and challenging Autumn. These episodes are some of my personal favourites and I’m so pleased to be able to share them again. This week… Eff it living. This was one of the very first YANAF episodes I recorded. I’m talking with John C. Parkin about his life mantra - the clue is in the title! Whilst it mig...
How to Ditch the Saviour Complex and Feel More Alive with Rob Bell
July 20, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 47.8 MBThis week, Rob Bell, Speaker and New York Times Bestselling Author joins us to discuss the perils of the saviour complex and why we try to keep on hustling, even when we’re miserable. Highlights [04:40] What Rob Has Been Up to During The Pandemic Rob started to do things on Zoom and discovered new ways of doing things. [07:25] The Apocalypse The word ‘apocalypse’ is often associated with disasters or ‘the end of time’. But it’s actually an old Greek word that means ‘revealing’ or ‘dis...
Complaints and How to Survive Them Series E5 What should I do when I think a complaint is unfair & other questions
July 13, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 48.6 MBDrs Sarah Coope, George Wright, Samanta White, and Andrew Tressider join us in this episode to discuss how you can adjust your perspective about complaints and how to deal with them. We also tackle unfair or malicious complaints and how you can cope with them. Episode Highlights [07:07] How to Respond When Someone Wishes to Make a Complaint Thank patients for the feedback. Some patients may only be looking for acknowledgment. [12:59] Should You Display Your Complaints Policy? Displayi...
Complaints and How to Survive Them E5: What Should I Do When I Think a Complaint is Unfair? and Other Questions with Drs Sarah Coope, George Wright, Samantha White, and Andrew Tressider
July 13, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 48.8 MBDrs Sarah Coope, George Wright, Samanta White, and Andrew Tressider join us in this episode to discuss how you can adjust your perspective about complaints and how to deal with them. We also tackle unfair or malicious complaints and how you can cope with them. Episode Highlights [07:07] How to Respond When Someone Wishes to Make a Complaint Thank patients for the feedback. Some patients may only be looking for acknowledgment. [12:59] Should You Display Your Complaints Policy? Displayi...
Gaslighting and Other Ways We’re Abused at Work: What’s Really Going on? with Dr James Costello
July 06, 2021 07:00 - 53 minutes - 37.1 MBDr James Costello joins us in this episode to talk about gaslighting, relational abuse and the insidious ways that organisations and individuals can undermine us. Highlights [07:36] Dr James’s Background James worked as a workplace counsellor in an occupational health unit of a large hospital in Bristol. He became a trade union caseworker, trying to advocate for change in organisations. [09:24] Defining Relational Abuse We use relationships to manipulate, coerce and be punitive and ...
Gaslighting and Other Ways We’re Abused at Work: What’s Really Going On? with Dr James Costello
July 06, 2021 07:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MBDr James Costello joins us in this episode to talk about gaslighting, relational abuse and the insidious ways that organisations and individuals can undermine us. Highlights [07:36] Dr James’s Background James worked as a workplace counsellor in an occupational health unit of a large hospital in Bristol. He became a trade union caseworker, trying to advocate for change in organisations. [09:24] Defining Relational Abuse We use relationships to manipulate, coerce and be punitive and ...
How to Have Crucial Conversations with Dr Ed Pooley
June 29, 2021 07:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MBDr Edward Pooley joins us again to teach us how to communicate well. He discusses the three strands of communication and explains how to be aware of them. We also share frameworks to help you navigate difficult conversations. Highlights [05:58] Three Strands of Communication It’s not only what you say, but also the emotion and identity. Try not to start talks when you’re irritated or frustrated. Think of how your conversation will make the other person feel about themselves. [09:49] ...
Complaints and How to Survive Them Episode 4: Creating a Workplace Where It's OK to Fail with Prof Susan Fairlie and Dr Jane Sturgess
June 22, 2021 07:00 - 55 minutes - 37.8 MBProf Susan Fairley and Dr Jane Sturgess join us in this episode to discuss how to create a workplace where you can handle difficult conversations and not shy away from failure. Episode Highlights [07:07] The Workplace and the Individual There should be a system at work that allows other people to challenge someone who is not doing the right thing. [10:08] Improving the System on an Organisational Level There needs to be an expectation of making communication easier and more respectful. ...
Complaints and How to Survive Them Episode 4: Creating a Workplace Where It's OK to Fail with Prof Susan Fairley and Dr Jane Sturgess
June 22, 2021 07:00 - 55 minutes - 37.8 MBProf Susan Fairley and Dr Jane Sturgess join us in this episode to discuss how to create a workplace where you can handle difficult conversations and not shy away from failure. Episode Highlights [07:07] The Workplace and the Individual There should be a system at work that allows other people to challenge someone who is not doing the right thing. [10:08] Improving the System on an Organisational Level There needs to be an expectation of making communication easier and more respectful. ...
Complaints and How to Survive Them E4: Creating a Workplace Where it's OK to Fail with Prof Susan Fairlie and Dr Jane Sturgess
June 22, 2021 07:00 - 55 minutes - 37.8 MBProf Susan Fairley and Dr Jane Sturgess join us in this episode to discuss how to create a workplace where you can handle difficult conversations and not shy away from failure. Episode Highlights [07:07] The Workplace and the Individual There should be a system at work that allows other people to challenge someone who is not doing the right thing. [10:08] Improving the System on an Organisational Level There needs to be an expectation of making communication easier and more respectful. ...
The Ups and Downs of Being a Man-Frog with Dr Chris Hewitt
June 15, 2021 07:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MBJoining us in this episode is Dr. Chris Hewitt who also uses the metaphor of a man-frog in coaching professionals to have a better work-life balance. Chris talks about why we find it so hard to recognize burnout. He also shares his top tips and practical strategies to address work dissatisfaction. Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode: Discover different solutions for when you feel like a man-frog in a pan of slowly boiling water. Find out why it’s so tricky to ...
Episode 83: The Ups and Downs of Being a Man-Frog with Dr Chris Hewitt
June 15, 2021 07:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBJoining us in this episode is Dr. Chris Hewitt who also uses the metaphor of a man-frog in coaching professionals to have a better work-life balance. Chris talks about why we find it so hard to recognize burnout. He also shares his top tips and practical strategies to address work dissatisfaction. Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode: Discover different solutions for when you feel like a man-frog in a pan of slowly boiling water. Find out why it’s so tricky to ...
Complaints and How to Survive Them E3: Surviving the Process
June 08, 2021 07:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MBDrs Jessica Harland, Heidi Mounsey and Caroline Walker join us in this episode to discuss how to survive the process of receiving and going through a complaint. Episode Highlights [11:12] Why Don’t We Talk About Complaints? So much of a health professional’s self-esteem is based on their career. [13:47] How People Feel When They Make a Mistake at Work Doctors often feel guilt, shame, anger and frustration. [16:42] How to Cope When You Make a Mistake at Work Openly share and talk abou...
Episode 82: Complaints and How to Survive Them Series Episode 3: Surviving the Process
June 08, 2021 07:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MBDrs Jessica Harland, Heidi Mounsey and Caroline Walker join us in this episode to discuss how to survive the process of receiving and going through a complaint. Episode Highlights [11:12] Why Don’t We Talk About Complaints? So much of a health professional’s self-esteem is based on their career. [13:47] How People Feel When They Make a Mistake at Work Doctors often feel guilt, shame, anger and frustration. [16:42] How to Cope When You Make a Mistake at Work Openly share and talk abou...
When Soft and Fluffy Met Coronavirus with Steve Andrews
June 01, 2021 07:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MBSteve Andrews joins us to share the five important questions that will help you check in with your colleagues, rather than check up on them. Through these five questions, leaders can find out how their people really are, help them to solve their own problems and communicate empathy and support. [05:00] Rebuilding the NHS after the COVID Crisis Steve likens the recent COVID crisis to circumstances after the Second World War. Listening to the workforce and taking care of their psychologica...
Episode 81 - When Soft and Fluffy Met Coronavirus with Steve Andrews
June 01, 2021 07:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MBSteve Andrews joins us to share the five important questions that will help you check in with your colleagues, rather than check up on them. Through these five questions, leaders can find out how their people really are, help them to solve their own problems and communicate empathy and support. [05:00] Rebuilding the NHS after the COVID Crisis Steve likens the recent COVID crisis to circumstances after the Second World War. Listening to the workforce and taking care of their psychologica...
Episode 80 - Complaints and How to Survive Them Episode 2: What to Do When You Make a Mistake with Drs Clare Devlin and Dr John Powell
May 25, 2021 07:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MBDo you live in fear that you’ll make a mistake at work? When it does happen, do you find it hard to cope and move forwards? Doctors and other professionals are also human — making mistakes is normal. Knowing this, however, doesn’t take away the stress that comes with going through a complaint or investigation. Since we know that we’re bound to make a mistake at work, what matters is how we respond to them. To maintain our well-being throughout our career, it’s crucial to know how to handle ...
Complaints and How to Survive Them E2: What to Do When You Make a Mistake with Drs Clare Devlin and Dr John Powell
May 25, 2021 07:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MBDo you live in fear that you’ll make a mistake at work? When it does happen, do you find it hard to cope and move forwards? Doctors and other professionals are also human — making mistakes is normal. Knowing this, however, doesn’t take away the stress that comes with going through a complaint or investigation. Since we know that we’re bound to make a mistake at work, what matters is how we respond to them. To maintain our well-being throughout our career, it’s crucial to know how to handle ...
Episode 79 - How to Give Yourself Permission to Thrive with Dr Katya Miles
May 18, 2021 07:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MBThis week, Dr Katya Miles returns to talk to us about spotting burnout and giving yourself permission to thrive. Episode Highlights [05:53] Overcoming Perfectionism We need to embrace learning through making mistakes. We often beat ourselves up even if nobody else knows the right thing to do. [11:37] Factors That Lead to Burnout Many professionals in high-stress jobs think that stress is normal even if it’s not. Learn your personal red flags. [16:29] Warning Signs of Burnout We sto...
Episode 79 - How to Give Yourself Permission to Thrive with Dr Katya Miles
May 18, 2021 07:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MBThis week, Dr Katya Miles returns to talk to us about spotting burnout and giving yourself permission to thrive. Episode Highlights [05:53] Overcoming Perfectionism We need to embrace learning through making mistakes. We often beat ourselves up even if nobody else knows the right thing to do. [11:37] Factors That Lead to Burnout Many professionals in high-stress jobs think that stress is normal even if it’s not. Learn your personal red flags. [16:29] Warning Signs of Burnout We sto...
How to Give Yourself Permission to Thrive with Dr Katya Miles
May 18, 2021 07:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MBThis week, Dr Katya Miles returns to talk to us about spotting burnout and giving yourself permission to thrive. Episode Highlights [05:53] Overcoming Perfectionism We need to embrace learning through making mistakes. We often beat ourselves up even if nobody else knows the right thing to do. [11:37] Factors That Lead to Burnout Many professionals in high-stress jobs think that stress is normal even if it’s not. Learn your personal red flags. [16:29] Warning Signs of Burnout We sto...
Complaints and How to Survive Them E1: Preparing to Fail Well with Drs Sarah Coope, Annalene Weston and Sheila Bloomer
May 11, 2021 07:00 - 47 minutes - 32.3 MBA complaint or investigation is one of the most stressful things you can experience as a healthcare professional, and this is true no matter what sort of job you do. However, we can’t live and work in fear of complaints and we should certainly not beat ourselves up when we make a mistake (and we will do). There are better ways to handle these situations. Drs Sarah Coope, Annalene Weston, and Sheila Bloomer join us in this first episode in a new series on ‘Complaints and How to Survive Them’...
Episode 78 - Complaints and How to Survive Them Episode 1: Preparing to Fail Well with Drs Sarah Coope, Annalene Weston and Sheila Bloomer
May 11, 2021 07:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBA complaint or investigation is one of the most stressful things you can experience as a healthcare professional, and this is true no matter what sort of job you do. However, we can’t live and work in fear of complaints and we should certainly not beat ourselves up when we make a mistake (and we will do). There are better ways to handle these situations. Drs Sarah Coope, Annalene Weston, and Sheila Bloomer join us in this first episode in a new series on ‘Complaints and How to Survive Them’...
Episode 77 - Denial, Displacement and Other Ways We Neglect Ourselves with Dr Andrew Tresidder
May 04, 2021 07:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBDr Andrew Tresidder joins us to talk about denial, displacement and other ways medical practitioners and other professionals in high stress jobs neglect themselves. Episode Highlights [04:46] Burnout Among Health Practitioners Medical and health professionals don't understand health as a holistic concept. The health industry workload gets heavier every year. [07:23] Neglect Syndrome 'Fine' means being fearful, insecure, neurotic, and emotionally imbalanced. Most people's first respons...
Denial, Displacement and Other Ways We Neglect Ourselves with Dr Andrew Tresidder
May 04, 2021 07:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBDr Andrew Tresidder joins us to talk about denial, displacement and other ways medical practitioners and other professionals in high stress jobs neglect themselves. Episode Highlights [04:46] Burnout Among Health Practitioners Medical and health professionals don't understand health as a holistic concept. The health industry workload gets heavier every year. [07:23] Neglect Syndrome 'Fine' means being fearful, insecure, neurotic, and emotionally imbalanced. Most people's first respons...
Tech Tips for Happy Hybrid Working with Dr Hussain Gandhi
April 27, 2021 07:00 - 53 minutes - 37 MBDr. Hussain Gandhi, or Dr. Gandalf of eGPlearning, joins us in this episode. He is a GP, PCN director, and host of the eGP Learning Podblast that shares deep dives into health tech for primary care. He shares his tech and time hacks for hybrid working to survive and thrive in the new virtual environment. If you want to find out how to improve your hybrid working experience, then tune in to this episode! [07:40] Dr. Gandalf’s Top Three Hacks for Hybrid Working Use a password locker to safe...
Episode 76 - Tech Tips for Happy Hybrid Working with Dr Hussain Gandhi
April 27, 2021 07:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MBDr. Hussain Gandhi, or Dr. Gandalf of eGPlearning, joins us in this episode. He is a GP, PCN director, and host of the eGP Learning Podblast that shares deep dives into health tech for primary care. He shares his tech and time hacks for hybrid working to survive and thrive in the new virtual environment. If you want to find out how to improve your hybrid working experience, then tune in to this episode! [07:40] Dr. Gandalf’s Top Three Hacks for Hybrid Working Use a password locker to safe...
Episode 75 - How to Escape the Drama Triangle and Stop Rescuing People
April 20, 2021 07:00 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MBIn this episode, Annie Hanekom chats with Rachel about how we need to step out of the drama triangle to have a better and healthier relationship with our colleagues. Episode Highlights [04:28] Enneagram Type 2 or The Rescuer In its simplest form, an Enneagram is a profiling tool. [06:09] The Rescuer in Its Truest Form Type 2s or The Rescuers are motivated by the need to feel accepted, loved and included. [08:24] What Becomes Problematic in Being a Type 2 Helping for too long might for...
How to Escape the Drama Triangle and Stop Rescuing People
April 20, 2021 07:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MBIn this episode, Annie Hanekom chats with Rachel about how we need to step out of the drama triangle to have a better and healthier relationship with our colleagues. Episode Highlights [04:28] Enneagram Type 2 or The Rescuer In its simplest form, an Enneagram is a profiling tool. [06:09] The Rescuer in Its Truest Form Type 2s or The Rescuers are motivated by the need to feel accepted, loved and included. [08:24] What Becomes Problematic in Being a Type 2 Helping for too long might for...
Episode 74 - Managing Your Time in a System Which Sucks with Dr Ed Pooley
April 08, 2021 14:00 - 52 minutes - 36 MBDr Ed Pooley joins us to share his take on time management techniques for busy individuals. Episode Highlights [05:38] The Importance of Maturity and Exploration in Medicine Entering medicine later in life can give you more experience under your belt. Ed also thinks it’s important to explore different processes outside of medicine. He examines what processes work and applies these in his practice of medicine. [10:33] How to Manage Competing Demands Reflect on three types of demands: v...
Managing Your Time in a System Which Sucks with Dr Ed Pooley
April 08, 2021 14:00 - 53 minutes - 36.4 MBDr Ed Pooley joins us to share his take on time management techniques for busy individuals. Episode Highlights [05:38] The Importance of Maturity and Exploration in Medicine Entering medicine later in life can give you more experience under your belt. Ed also thinks it’s important to explore different processes outside of medicine. He examines what processes work and applies these in his practice of medicine. [10:33] How to Manage Competing Demands Reflect on three types of demands: v...
EASTER REPLAY: What we're talking about when we talk about compassion fatigue
April 06, 2021 07:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MBWe're having a short break over Easter but I wanted to share one of our earlier episodes with you again. This was recorded and released long before the COVID pandemic but I think it's never been more relevant than now. In this episode (originally released on 12th November 2019), Rachel is joined by Agnes Otzelberger, a trainer, research and activist with a special interest in what happens when we tire of ‘doing good’. We chat about what can happen to carers, healthcare staff and humanitar...
Episode 73 - How to Find Your Tribe: The PMGUK story with Dr Nazia Haider and Dr Katherine Hickman
March 30, 2021 07:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MBDo you feel lonely and isolated at work? Do you feel as if you have no one with whom to share your issues? Are you looking for your tribe—your community of like-minded individuals? We sometimes separate our professional lives from our personal lives and are totally different people at home. It can be challenging to share your concerns with colleagues but there’s value in sharing vulnerability. Building friendships and having peer support at work is also beneficial to our performance and ove...
How to Find Your Tribe: The PMGUK Story with Dr Nazia Haider and Dr Katherine Hickman
March 30, 2021 07:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBDo you feel lonely and isolated at work? Do you feel as if you have no one with whom to share your issues? Are you looking for your tribe—your community of like-minded individuals? We sometimes separate our professional lives from our personal lives and are totally different people at home. It can be challenging to share your concerns with colleagues but there’s value in sharing vulnerability. Building friendships and having peer support at work is also beneficial to our performance and ove...
Episode 72 - Working well - from anywhere! with Dr Katya Miles
March 23, 2021 08:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MBHave you ever wondered why you feel so exhausted even if you’ve just been at home all day? If your someone who works from home a lot more than ever before, feeling tired is completely understandable. Before the pandemic, ‘work’ and ‘home’ didn’t often go together. But now, working well from home is expected of us. However, it’s difficult to fulfill that expectation without wearing ourselves out. That’s why it’s important to create healthy boundaries between our work and home life. By doin...