Loneliness is a bigger problem than many of us realise, and it’s been a rising issue even before COVID. It’s not just a feeling of being alone – it’s a mismatch between the quality and quantity of relationships we’d like or need, and the ones we actually have. This mismatch can have a big impair

We’v’e all had a weekend that was supposed to be for relaxation, but ended up a whirlwind with us running around, doing things for others. The problem we have is we think we’re setting boundaries around our time, when what we’re really doing is simply making requests. In this quick dip episode, Rachel explains how

Performance management might sound like a daunting phrase, and something we’d probably all rather avoid. It can come with conflict and discomfort, but when someone on your team isn’t pulling their weight, it’s not only demoralising for the rest of the team, but detrimental to the person in question. In this episode, GP and mediator

We can easily get caught in a cycle of constant work, thinking we can’t afford even a short break. This affects our wellbeing, our productivity, and our problem-solving abilities. But short pauses – every hour or over lunch – can help clear our minds, meaning we can return to our work with more energy and

Lots of us struggle to express ourselves in the way we want to at work. It can be down to a lack of confidence or not quite knowing how to order our thoughts. What we first need to do is understand what it is we want to say, and why we want to say it.

It’s easy to fall into the trap of comparing ourselves to others, feeling like we should meet their standards or achieve their level of success. This can get toxic, leading us to ignore our own needs, and forget our unique limits. Instead of feeling energised and fulfilled, we end up feeling overwhelmed, and constantly coming

There are always times in our personal and professional lives when the path ahead isn’t clear. What do we really want? Are we in the right role? And what would be the cost of making a big change? Making the right decision can feel tricky, especially when they involve important life transitions. But there’s a

It’s easy to get comfortable in a role for too long, even when it’s clearly time to move on. So how do you know when it’s time? And how can you make sure you’re moving forwards, not moving backwards? If you’re questioning whether a job or a relationship is right for you, it’s worth exploring

It’s easy to to find ourselves thinking that money holds the key to our happiness, security, and freedom. We can project our desires and aversions onto money, believing that once we have “enough”, we can finally get the life we want. But thinking like this often keeps us from truly living our lives; instead we’re

What happens when we’re not feeling well, or when we’re feeling overwhelmed at work? Often, we turn to our colleagues for support. But what happens when that support doesn’t come, or it’s not as helpful as we’d hoped? When we’re all in the same boat, it’s tricky to get a different perspective. Even well-meaning advice

Women in medicine are often undervalued and taken less seriously than their male counterparts. They’re also made to feel less safe at work, and encounter pushback when they make a complaint. This week’s guest is Professor Dame Jane Dacre, and the episode is recorded in partnership with the Physician Mums Facebook Group (PMGUK). In her

Saying what you really feel – especially in a high-stress job – is no easy task. Crucial conversations are often avoided for fear of damaging relationships. These unaired grievances get bottled up and over time can increase our level of stress. But there are three core conditions for effective conversation that can help here: empathy