You Are Not A Frog

Why ‘I Have To’ Is Keeping You Stuck (And What To Say Instead)

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100

How many times this week have you thought, "I just don't have a choice"? About your rota, your inbox, the extra patient squeezed in at the end of clinic? That thought feels true, and it can feel like a fact... But what if it’s actually a story, and that story is costing you your peace of mind?

In this episode, Rachel sits down with Robbie Swale, coach, author of ‘The Power to Choose’, and creator of the 12 Minute Method, to dig into why reclaiming a sense of agency and choice matters so deeply for your wellbeing. Together, they explore how small shifts in language and perception can move you from feeling like life is happening to you to feeling like you are actually living it on purpose.

Key Takeaways

Switching "I have to" to "I choose to" is not just a mindset trick. It activates a different part of your nervous system and genuinely changes how you experience pressure.
You almost certainly have more options than you can currently see. Curiosity, not certainty, is what opens them up.
The 12 Minute Method proves that tiny, consistent actions compound. One lunchtime walk a week adds up to 50 walks over a year, and that matters.
Feeling stuck is usually a sign you have not yet had the conversation, asked the question, or taken the step you already know you need to take.

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🐸 The Power to Choose: Finding Calm and Connection in a Complex World by Robbie Swale

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When 'Can You Help' Doesn't Feel Like a Question (Part 2 of The Over-Responsibility Trap)

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0100

Have you ever had someone ask for “a quick bit of help”… and somehow ended up owning the entire task?

In caring professions, requests for help can feel less like requests and more like responsibilities landing on us. We’re trained to notice problems, fix things and support colleagues - which means it can feel incredibly uncomfortable to say no.

In this Quick Dip episode, Rachel explores the moment when a simple request triggers our helping reflex, and why so many capable professionals end up carrying work that was never meant to be theirs.

Learning to pause before automatically saying yes can help you support colleagues without becoming the automatic carrier of responsibility for everyone and everything.

Key ideas discussed in this episode

Why requests for help often feel like obligations
The “helping reflex” in caring professions
How small requests can quietly become your responsibility
The difference between caring about something and carrying it
Why saying yes when you don’t have capacity can lead to resentment
How awareness helps you respond to requests more intentionally

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Freelance vs Employed - On Which Side is the Grass Greener?

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0100

The founder of the National Association of Sessional GPs on whether the grass is always greener, and the changes you can make in your career without feeling like a frog forced to jump out of the pan.

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Why Responsibility Keeps Landing on You (Part 1 of The Over-Responsibility Trap)

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0100

Have you ever looked at a task on your plate and wondered when it became your responsibility?

Nobody asked you to do it. Nobody assigned it to you. But somehow it landed on you, and now you're carrying it.

In this Quick Dip, Rachel explores the responsibility trap - the pattern where capable and conscientious professionals automatically pick up unclaimed problems. Over time, these responsibilities accumulate, increasing your workload, emotional labour, and ultimately contributing to burnout.

This episode explores why responsible people are particularly vulnerable to this trap and how being more deliberate about what you choose to carry can protect both your energy and your professional identity.

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How to Use Clean Language to Stop Rescuing and Really Feel Your Feelings

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0100

Mindset shifts to help you explore difficult feelings and find solutions without falling into rescuer mode or getting overwhelmed.

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You Can’t Meditate Yourself Out of a 60-Hour Work Week

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0100

There’s more on your plate than you realise, and most likely you’re trying to cram 25 hours of work into a 24 hour day, not counting sleep and time away from work. Here’s some practical advice to help you see what’s on your plate, and what you need to sacrifice.

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When Speaking Up is Stressful – A Psychology Researcher Tells Us What to Do Instead

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0100

What happens when we need to raise a serious concern that could affect patient safety? And what happens if someone raises a concern to you?

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You Do Not Have to Be Good

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0100

What does it mean for a doctor to be “good”? Can you be “good” and still take care of yourself? And how can we rescue ourselves from the trap of thinking that asking for support is somehow a moral failing?

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How to Tell if Your Workplace is Toxic or Just Misaligned to You

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0100

Practical questions from a clinical psychologist to help you assess whether you’re in a harmful work environment, or one that doesn’t align with your values or strengths.

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How to Stop Overthinking at Work (Without Ignoring the Real Problems)

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0100

And what BBC’s The Traitors can teach us about trust, group-think, and truth.

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The Dangerous Programming That Influences Over-responsible Doctors

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0100

Practical techniques to help you respond when someone makes demands on your time, from an expert in mediation and team coaching.

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Why “You Always Have a Choice” Makes Doctors Feel Worse (And What to Say Instead)

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0100

How to reframe impossible choices into doable decisions, using a tried-and-tested framework and a simple power mantra.

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How to Confront Someone Without Creating Conflict (According to a Conflict Expert)

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0100

How to recognise and avoid “chronic niceness”, regulate your nervous system, and confront people in a way that deepens – and doesn’t damage – relationships.

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Why You Keep Missing the Stress That’s Draining You

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0100

Stress doesn’t always come from work, or from things we traditionally think of ass stressful. As 2026 begins, here are three questinos you can ask yourself to see what it’s time to stop doing.

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The Hidden Shame Spiral That Keeps Us Stuck (Our Most-Watched Episode Ever)

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0100

When shame becomes toxic, we can end up in a spiral that’s difficult to escape. This quick dip offers a chance to break free of that spiral, remember that we’re human, and remind ourselves we’re doing our best.

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The Midlife Career Trap: Why So Many Doctors Feel Stuck After 20 Years — According to a Consultant Surgeon & Decision-Making Scientist

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0100

When it comes to work, what we seek can often shift in mid-life, from recognition and status towards meaningful contribution and purpose. What do you do if you’r at that crossroads in your career?

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Why Women in Healthcare are Exhausted (According to a Burnout Specialist)

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0100

Women are conditioned to be the emotional shock absorbers for men, and to carry the emotional load of a relationship or a family, on top of their duties at work.

As Tamu Thomas explains, this isn’t about apportioning blame or guilt, but recognising what’s needed to create systems that allow both parties in a relationship to thrive.

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300 Episodes In… Here’s the Hardest Truth About Burnout No One Says Out Loud

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0100

Burnout is not your fault, and it’s not inevitable. The choices you make will shape how you survive in a toxic system, and they don’t involve victim-blaming.

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Why You Won’t Feel Better Until You Give Yourself These 3 Permissions

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0100

Small, actionable steps you can take to reframe self-care as necessary care, and equip yourself to avoid burnout rather than waiting for someone else to tell you it’s OK.

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The Real (Toxic) Reason You’re a People Pleaser

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0100

Here’s what to say when someone asks you to overextend yourself, but you’re afraid of what they’ll think if you say no.

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How to FINALLY Get on Top of Your Emails

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0100

Practical strategies to help you spend less time sorting and sifting through emails, and more time in deep work. Plus, how to set clear boundaries around what comes into your inbox.

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“It’s OK Not to Be OK” – And Other Thought Limiting Clichés

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0100

Normal responses to abnormal working conditions don’t mean you’re broken – they mean you’re human, and you’re dealing with a lot. Here’s some useful, actionable coping strategies that go above and beyond acknowledging when it’s OK to not be OK.

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The Sources of Power That Create Real Change

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0100

How to navigate organisational change when you feel like you don't have the power or resources to make a difference.

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How to Stop Conflict from Turning Ugly

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0100

When we’re in conflict, our inner Rottweiler can surface – a protective mechanism that can escalate tensions rather than soothe them. But this quick dip offers a simple framework to keep that dog on a lead so you can survive disagreement or criticism without lashing out.

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The Hidden Tax on Neurodivergent Professionals

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0100

How to recognise when you're masking your needs as a neurodivergent person, and how to honour them before you reach burnout.

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How to Stay Calm When You Don’t Know What Will Happen Next

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0100

You’re used to dealing with uncertain outcomes for your patients. Here’s how you can use those superpowers for yourself.

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Am I Stressed, Overwhelmed… or Burning Out?

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If I don’t do it, who else will?

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0100

Why saying no could lead to better outcomes for your patients, your colleagues, and you.

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Clear and Direct is Better than Hinting and Hoping

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100

How to ask for what you need clearly instead of hoping they’ll take the hint, and to set expectations without feeling bossy.

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How to Stop Toxic People Pushing All Your Buttons

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100

Dr Claire Plumbly shares strategies for nervous system regulation when dealing with angry patients and difficult colleagues.

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How Bad Does it Have to Get Before You Act?

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100

If you’re overwhelmed at work, jumping out of the frying pan might seem like the only option. But there are things you can try today… you just have to commit to the life and career you deserve.

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Why “Keep Calm and Carry On” Fuels Burnout

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100

Burnout happens when work stress and home pressures overrun our support structures. When we understand this balance, we can take steps to address burnout before we reach breaking point.

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Why Doctors Don’t Ask for Help – And How to Do it Right

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100

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What Do You Want from Work in the Second Half of Life?

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0100

When it comes to work, what we seek can often shift in mid-life, from recognition and status towards meaningful contribution and purpose. What do you do if you’r at that crossroads in your career?

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Why You’re Stressed When Everyone Else is Calm

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0100

Stress is created from the mind, not from the outside world. If that’s true, how can we stop listening to the unhelpful stories our minds tell us?

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How to Get Better Sleep

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0100

Why we need to sleep, why REM isn’t the whole picture, and what to do when anxiety keeps you awake at night.

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How to Eat Better and Keep Your Energy Up

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0100

When that afternoon slump hits or you’re at the end of a long shift, what can you reach for instead of the biscuits in the cupboard or the cake in the staff room?

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The 4 Books to Read This Summer to Set Up Your Next 6 Months for Success

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0100

Essential reading to help you learn more about your brain and the brains of those around you, do less, and make decisions from a place of clarity.

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How to Boost Your Leadership Skills (Even if You Don’t Think You’re a Leader)

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0100

Everyone in healthcare takes a leading role at various points in their career, even those who think they “just” handle admin. Dr Paul O’Dwyer explains what skills you need to develop in order to become the leader your team needs.

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The Personal Cost of Working in Burnout

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0100

Are you borrowing energy from your life outside of work, just so you can cope with everything on your plate? If so, it’s time to stop, and rebalance your energy so you don’t burn out or lose connection with the people and things you love.

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How to Survive a Complaint from Another Clinician

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0100

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What to Do When You Can’t Fix the System

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0100

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5 Things Holding You Back from Getting the Career You Love

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0100

The grass isn’t always greener on the other side, but if you’re thinking about making a career change, understanding your values, strengths, and unique operating style can help you design a more fulfilling path.

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Why Wearing the Busy Badge is Burning You Out (And What to Do Instead)

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0100

Four ways in which the “badge of busyness” you wear could be contributing to your burnout, how to reframe busy or over-scheduled, and how you can delegate without feeling like you’re just passing the buck.

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How to Stop Money from Being Stressful

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0100

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How to Say Yes When No isn’t an Option

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0100

The 8 reframes you need when you have to say no, but you’re worried you’ll upset someone or it’ll cause trouble at work.

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What to Do if Someone Challenges YOUR Behaviour

Tue, 27 May 2025 00:00:00 +0100

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Is All-or-Nothing Thinking Pushing You to Burnout?

Tue, 20 May 2025 00:00:00 +0100

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The 5 Different Types of Burnout – And How to Prevent Them

Tue, 13 May 2025 00:00:00 +0100

Five diagnostic tools you can use to determine whether you’re burning out, and the practical actions you can take to try and prevent it.

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What if Your Job Was Just a Job? (And 4 Other Thought Experiments)

Tue, 06 May 2025 00:00:00 +0100

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Is the Grass Greener on the Other Side of Medicine?

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0100

If you’re contemplating a change within or away from medicine, is starting your own business really all it’s cracked up to be?

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How to Beat Inbox Overwhelm

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0100

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What to Do BEFORE You Get a Neurodivergence Diagnosis

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0100

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How to Protect Yourself from the Guilt of Saying No

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0100

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How to Listen to Your Intuition

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0100

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11 Ways to Back Your Wise Self

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0100

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Doctors with ADHD

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0100

If you struggle to keep on top of certain activities or you find a rigid schedule too constricting, you might be neurodivergent. And there are plenty of places you can turn to for support, and practical systems you can implement to thrive as a doctor.

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The Trouble with Wellbeing

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0100

The key to beating burnout is not more wellbeing webinars; it’s giving you agency and autonomy over your time. Here’s how you can start to take back control.

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How to Be Kind Instead of Nice (and Why it Matters)

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0100

Kindness builds trust in teams, and teams that trust each-other work more smoothly. When mistakes happen, they’re addressed from a place of positivity, not blame. Here’s what kindness is, and why it’s not just about being “nice”.

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How to Make Long-term Behaviour Change Stick

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0100

Committing to behaviour change is one thing. Making it stick when life gets in the way or others’ needs conflict with yours is another matter. Alasdair Cant returns to explain how to keep going when change is tough.

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How to Leave Work on Time

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0100

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How to Choose What Kind of Problem You Want

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0100

How to make the right decisions in the short-term so you don’t create problems in the long-term… featuring Brian the robot hoover.

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How to Plan Your Year for Peak Performance

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0100

What are your goals for the new year, and how do you plan to meet them? This conversation with former Paralympian Dr Kim Daybell will help you focus on what’s important, so you can have a happier, healthier, and more productive 2025.

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Are You Amplifying Your Overwhelm? Here’s How to Stop

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0100

How to beat perfectionism, people-pleasing, conflict-aversion, and the many other things that amplify your sense of overwhelm.

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How to Manage Your Energy Instead of Your Time

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0100

Focusing on managing your time can lead to overwhelm and a sense that there’s just not enough. But with a few simple exercises, we can think about how we manage our energy, not our time.

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How to Stop a Difficult Conversation Going Bad

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0100

When someone asks “Have you got 5 minutes for a call?”, here’s how to set yourself up for success to ensure neither you or nor the other party feels defensive or unfairly treated in a conversation that could involve conflict.

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How to Overcome the Toxic Effects of Shame on Your Team

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0100

Shame has a toxic impact on individuals and teams. But there are practical steps we can take to minimise it and create safer, more open spaces.

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How to be Ridiculously Relaxed

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

Prioritising relaxation when you’re under stress is easier than it sounds – but it’s possible, and it starts with saying “f**k it”.

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How to Survive in a High Stress Job When You’re Neurodivergent

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

What’s it like to work in a high-stress job with autism, ADHD, or another neurodivergence, and how do we support colleagues whose brains work differently?

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How to Stop Turning “You” Problems into “Me” Problems

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

When someone brings a problem to your door, the first thing to ask is “is it mine to solve?” The second question is “What are the consequences if I let them solve it themselves?”

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How to Take a Good Long Look at Your Career

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

How do you build a more sustainable career in an ever-shifting landscape? Is it all about “keeping up”? And what can we learn from the next generation of medical professionals?

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How to Catch Stress Early Before You Spiral into Burnout

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

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How to Change Your Life One Tiny Step at a Time

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0100

How starting with 5 minutes of exercise a day helped a doctor go from liver disease to competing for his country in triathlons – and what small changes you can make now that will compound to improve your long-term quality of life.

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How to avoid guilt on repeat

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0100

We often feel guilty for things out of our control. But why should we feel guilty about things we aren’t responsible for?

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How to Think Past “Right and Wrong” and Find Choices That Work for You

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0100

When we see choices or behaviours as simply “right” or “wrong”, we end up making decisions based on fear and judgement. But there’s an easier approach, and it’s 800 years old.

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How Stories Can Help You Beat Burnout

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0100

How novels, poetry, or a gripping film can help us lighten the emotional load, discuss difficult feelings, and allow us to become more resilient.

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You Can’t Organise Your Way Out of Overwhelm

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The advice for dealing with overwhelm is so often to do more, but what we really need is to rest. This quick dip provides a framework to help you reconnect with what you need, so you can make time for it instead of trying to tackle it with todo lists.

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How to Make the Right Choice When You Aren’t Certain

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0100

Decision fatigue and fear of uncertainty can lead us to feeling stuck, unable to move forwards. In this episode, Dr Claire Plumbly returns with practical guidance on making decisions from a place of stability.

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The Magic Question to Unlock Your Deep Intuition

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0100

When’s the last time you stopped and asked yourself what you truly want, or whether what you’re doing right now is right for you?

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How to Promote Good Mental Health for You and Your Kids

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0100

Challenges and failures help teach problem-solving and emotional regulation. So how can we as parents promote independence while still being a source of safety for our kids?

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Does the Usual Productivity Advice Work for People Seeing Patients?

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0100

When everything feels urgent – or when other colleagues’ “urgent” stuff lands on your desk – it can feel impossible to get your other important work done. So how can you manage your time so that you can do the stuff that really matters? The stuff that isn’t just urgent, but is important to you and your practice?

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What’s So Important About Purpose?

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0100

Are you doing what you’re really meant for? If you’re not sure, how can you find out? And if you’re not where you think you should be, how can you find work that better fits your purpose?

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How to Get What You Need When Even YOU Don’t Know

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0100

When’s the last time you complained at someone for something they “should” have done, only to feel bad about it later? We all do it, and it’s usually because a core need isn’t being met. This quick dip will help you identify those needs so you can take steps to meet them.

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Crafting a Career That Works

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0100

Are you feeling challenged and stretched in a healthy way at work? Are your unique skills being used to their fullest? If not, what might be holding you back from taking a leap into a career that can offer greater fulfilment and happiness?

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What to Do With That Nagging Feeling That Something’s Not Right

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0100

You can ignore the stone in your shoe for a few steps, but after a while it becomes unbearable and potentially harmful. The same is true of those nagging thoughts and doubts we have about work.

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Finding Your Opposite World to Beat Burnout

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0100

Are the things you do to blow off steam really helping you, or are you bringing aspects of your work life into your hobbies?

This is a remix of episode 188, edited to highlight the most impactful points and key takeaways.

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How to Stop Your Inner Critic Hijacking Your Day

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0100

What can you do to quiet the inner critic voice that tells you you’re not good enough, or there’s more you could have done?

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The Exact Script to Use When a Colleague’s Being Rude

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0100

How can we create a safer environment where upsetting behaviour can be challenged? Co-founder of the Civility Saves Lives explains.

This is a replay of episode 192, edited to highlight the most impactful points and key takeaways.

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"Having it All" as a Woman in Medicine

Tue, 13 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0100

Balancing personal life with a busy medical career is especially tough for women. But there is a way to craft a fulfilling career and have a family.

This episode is in partnership with the Physician Mums UK Facebook Group.

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How to Keep Going in a Struggling System

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0100

How can we thrive in a healthcare system that’s overstretched and under-resourced? What is within our control to change? Is it the system, or how we operate in it? And what can we do differently, given all the usual advice around “resilience”?

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What I Learned From My Facebook Haters

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0100

Rachel digs through her Facebook comments to address some of the challenging feedback she’s received across 230 episodes.

Burnout: 9 mistakes healthcare professionals make and what to do instead

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Why We Need MORE Conflict in Our Teams

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0100

Is everything OK within your team? Would anyone speak up if it wasn’t? If your team is quietly getting on while important stuff is getting missed, it might be because there isn’t enough healthy conflict.

This quick dip will help you create a safe space for conflict so that issues can be raised without it getting personal.

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Is My Attachment Style Causing My Burnout?

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The ways we deal with difficult situations at work and tricky relationships in general is massively influenced by our childhood. Discover what role attachment styles play in how we handle stress, and learn what practical steps you can take to avoid burnout.

Burnout: How to Manage Your Nervous System Before it Manages You – Claire’s book

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Are You an Accidental Toxic Leader?

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0100

When something goes wrong in your team, do you immediately leap to the rescue? If so, you might unwittingly be practicing a form of leadership that’s damaging to your team in the long-term.

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What Does High-Performance Look Like?

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0100

Overlooking our physical wellbeing in the pursuit of success can lead to stress, burnout, and health problems. But there’s a key question we can ask that’ll help restore some balance.

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The 3 Lies Which Hold Us Back

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0100

When you start comparing what you have with others, you wrap your identity in what you do for work, or when someone judges you unfairly, there are some simple things you can do to feel better.

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How to Put Your Team Back Together

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0100

How can we help ourselves and the people we lead to work more closely together, and speak up when there’s a problem, rather than merely just “cope” with it?

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What to Do When You Don’t Know What to Do

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0100

If a situation’s not quite right or it feels like you’re in flux and you don’t know what to do, here are three simple things you can try today.

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What Forgiveness Can Do for You

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0100

Forgiveness is one of the most effective ways to begin healing from trauma. It doesn’t mean letting people off the hook, but finally being able to put down that heavy mental baggage.

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The Biggest Mistakes People Make When They are Heading for Burnout

Tue, 28 May 2024 00:00:00 +0100

When we notice the warning signs of burnout, we can end up either doing things that don’t help in the long-term, or we ignore the problem. Here are some of the most common mistakes people make when they feel like they’re burning out, and how to avoid them.

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Why Loneliness Can Kill, and What to Do About it

Tue, 21 May 2024 00:00:00 +0100

Research shows that loneliness could be as detrimental to our health as cancer, and it’s not an issue affecting older people, but those in their teens and 20s. This episode offers practical steps to help you create more healthy, high-quality connections in your life.

How to Set a Boundary No-one Can Break

Tue, 14 May 2024 00:00:00 +0100

Get more control over your time by clearly defining and enforcing your personal boundaries. Discover why it feels like people overstep them, and what to do when that happens.

What to Do When a Colleague isn’t Pulling Their Weight

Tue, 07 May 2024 00:00:00 +0100

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. If performance management isn’t put into practice, workplaces can become toxic, which can hamper performance and lower job satisfaction.

High-functioning teams enable everyone to speak up, challenge each-other, and share their mistakes and learning. And it all starts with giving feedback.

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Too Busy NOT to Pause

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0100

If you’re caught in a cycle of constant work, you might feel like you can't afford even a short break. But that only leads to burnout, so what do you do if you feel you’re too busy to take a break?

How to find your voice

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0100

Lots of us struggle to express ourselves in the way we want to at work. But finding our voice is just the beginning – the next step is using it effectively.

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More episodes of You Are Not a Frog:

How to Increase Your Confidence and Impact – Episode 198, with Dr Claire Kaye
What to Do When Your Strengths Have Side Effects – Episode 97, with Dr Joanna Bircher
How to Escape the Drama Triangle and Stop Rescuing People – Episode 75, with Annie Hanekom

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Only You Can Choose Your Next Move

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0100

Comparing ourselves to others can be toxic, and lead us to ignore our own needs, and forget our unique limits. It’s time to follow our own path, to note when we're "shoulding" on ourselves, to stop feeling guilty about our differences, and to ditch the idea that we're somehow wrong for having different constraints.

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How to Escape the Tyranny of the ‘Shoulds’ – Episode 196 with Charlotte Housden
Life’s Too Short NOT to Love What You Do – Episode 209, with Dr Sarah Goulding
How to Have More Impact with Less Effort – Episode 159

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How to Make a Difficult Decision

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0100

Making the right decision can feel tricky, especially when they involve important life transitions. But there's a way out, and it starts with asking ourselves some fundamental questions around why we want what we want, and what we truly hope to gain when we get it.

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The Mole and the Mountain: A little book about finding freedom – Jane’s book
How to Stop Making Decisions Based on Fear – Episode 162 with Henri Stevenson
How to Get Moving Again When You Feel Stuck – Episode 207 with Nicola Rylett-Jones

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What Happens When You Stay Too Long

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0100

If you're questioning whether a job or a relationship is right for you, it's worth exploring further, and taking those thoughts seriously. Remember that change is often a sign of growth, not failure. So focus on the potential positives that can arise from change, rather than asking “what if it doesn’t work?”

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How to Ditch the Saviour Complex and Feel More Alive – Episode 88, with Rob Bell
How to Decide if You Need to Stay or Leave a Difficult Situation – Episode 201, with Corrina Gordon-Barnes
How to Live With No Regrets – Episode 123, with Georgina Scull
Finding Your North Star – Episode 208
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How Money Holds Us Back

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0100

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 stuck constantly chasing the next thing.

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Money is a story we create, not something with inherent power. It's a piece of paper; a digit in a computer we assign value to. But by disentangling our sense of self from our relationship with money, we can reclaim our personal agency and free up a lot of creative energy.

Even while recognising that everyone’s financial situations are different, dysfunctional money stories lead to a constant need to chase, where we're forever stuck in a loop of wanting more but never feeling satisfied. But by untangling our sense of self-worth from our financial status, we can start to experience a life that flows more naturally, with and without the constraint of money.

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Learn how our narratives about money can influence our actions and happiness, and how changing these narratives can free up creative energy.
Understand how to disentangle our sense of self from our relationship with money, leading to a life that flows more naturally.
Discover how acknowledging that money has no inherent power can shift our perspectives and affect our personal and professional development.

Episode highlights

[00:02:57] Our response to money
[00:05:47] Money stories on a global level
[00:09:25] Our individual money stories
[00:13:20] The "lack-of-funding" problem within the NHS
[00:16:29] The "time is money" story
[00:19:31] Excavating your own money stories
[00:21:52] Projections of money meaning
[00:25:22] Selfishness and self-image
[00:31:53] Healing unhelpful money stories
[00:34:22] Tackling our projections head-on
[00:43:25] Dealing with money conflicts
[00:48:02] Money as an expression of appreciation
[00:51:20] Every big change begins with a big lie
[00:54:57] Agnes' top tips

About the guest

Agnes Otzelberger is a trainer and therapist, working people who feel burnt out and stuck. She’s particularly interested in the relationship people have with money and how it affects their sense of self, their relationships with others, and their impact on the world. Agnes helps people untangle their sense of self from their relationship with money and break down unhelpful money narratives.

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Resources

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How to Stop Your Finances Controlling Your Career – Episode 142, with Dr Tommy Perkins
Defining Your Own Success in Life – Episode 107, with Dr Claire Kaye
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Beware Your Kindest Colleagues

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0100

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?

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When we're all in the same boat, it's tricky to get a different perspective. Even well-meaning advice from a colleague can feel misplaced or missing the mark, as it’s shaped by their own experiences and limitations. This can leave us feeling resentful and even more stressed than before.

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Our colleagues – even the most supportive ones – mean well. But often, so do those who aren’t in a position to help. So we need to make sure to get an outside perspective so we don’t become resentful or frustrated, and damage our work relationships.

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Handle disappointment if colleagues aren’t able to support you
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Episode highlights

[00:02:01] What we expect of our colleagues
[00:04:50] Our colleagues are human
[00:11:38] You're all in the same boat
[00:14:24] Knowing what you want
[00:17:45] Our colleagues' hidden agendas
[00:18:56] Being demanding and entitled
[00:19:57] Continuing down the wrong path

Resources

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Finding Your North Star – Episode 208
Why You Should Expect Pushback and What to do About it – Episode 177
Very Nice People and Other Deadly Perils –Episode 56
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Smashing the Gender Pay Gap for Women in Medicine

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0100

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 discussion with Rachel, Dame Jane lays out what needs to change at structural and interpersonal levels.

She invites members of the industry to shine a light on inappropriate behaviour and develop a zero-tolerance approach towards sexism and misconduct. She also describes ways in which leadership courses, mentoring, and resources can be provided to empower women to advance in their careers. And she encourages men and women to be allies, speak up against inequality, and support each other in challenging situations.

This discussion follows up on the 2020 report into the gender pay gap chaired by Dame Jane, and while progress is happening, women are still undervalued and face barriers to success. But by raising awareness about the gaps in pay and authority, we can create an environment where everyone is valued and has equal opportunities to thrive.

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Episode highlights

[00:05:23] Follow-up on the gender pay gap report
[00:08:12] Addressing sexual misconduct in medicine
[00:09:56] Expectations of women in medicine
[00:14:17] The authority gap
[00:16:33] Finding allies
[00:20:42] Systemic failures leading to women not being heard
[00:24:08] Everyday misconduct
[00:26:27] Jane's story
[00:30:07] The benefits of a non-linear career
[00:37:09] The importance of authenticity and kindness
[00:37:51] Sponsorship over mentoring
[00:38:35] Maternal guilt
[00:42:28] A letter to Jane's younger self

About the guest

Professor Dame Jane Dacre is an Emeritus Professor of Medical Education at UCL. She supports women in the medical workplace, and is actively involved in addressing the gender pay gap in medicine. She works with organisations like the Department of Health, the NHS, and the British Medical Association to narrow the gap, and runs a course to help future women leaders develop their skills.

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More episodes of You Are Not a Frog:
How to Be a Professional Woman – Episode 41 with Dame Jane Dacre
The Glass Slipper and Other Challenges for Women in Medicine – Episode 158, with Professor Chloe Orkin and Dr Nuthana Bhayankaram
How to Be a (Happy) Working Parent – Episode 121 with Corrina Gordon Barnes
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Medical Women Talking – Jane’s podcast

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How to Tell People What You REALLY Think

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0100

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.

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But there are three core conditions for effective conversation that can help here: empathy (stepping into someone else’s shoes), unconditional respect (accepting the other’s right to be as they are), and congruence (expressing our thoughts and feelings authentically).

Sadly, ignoring a problem with another person – or avoiding giving negative feedback – won't make them go away. On the contrary, too many important things going unsaid can lead to a toxic environment where stress levels rise, relationships break down, and productivity suffers.

But, by stepping into the other party’s shoes, respecting their right to be as they are, and expressing our own thoughts authentically, we can create a more psychologically safe environment where issues are dealt with respectfully.

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Learn about the three core conditions for effective conversation
Understand how balancing these conditions can improve communication and lead to healthier relationships
Discover strategies to identify and address conversations you've been avoiding, reducing stress and unresolved conflicts

Episode highlights

[00:03:50] Where people struggle to say what they mean
[00:04:44] Bringing your whole self to work
[00:08:59] The 3 core conditions for being with people
[00:17:56] What to do if you're stuck in a "must-win" mindset
[00:22:10] Saying what you really mean
[00:27:27] Identifying your emotions
[00:31:01] When to ask for help
[00:34:20] How to give difficult feedback
[00:39:42] How to take difficult feedback
[00:43:54] When tricky feedback situations become unpleasant
[00:48:53] Lasy's top tips

About the guest

Lasy encourages people to bring their authentic selves to work, promoting a healthier and more honest work environment. She co-founded Conscious Business People to advocate for bringing our entire personality to come to work, over surface-level perks like dress-down Fridays. Her mission is to make people see work as part of their life and to enhance authenticity in the workplace.

Website | LinkedIn

Resources

THRIVE Weekly Planner
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More episodes of You Are Not a Frog:
How to Get Moving Again When You Feel Stuck – Episode 207 with Nicola Rylett-Jones
How to Challenge Upsetting Behaviour – Episode 192 with Dr Chris Turner
What Happens When We’re Really Listened to – Episode 180 with Tom Dillon
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Why Setting Goals Alone Won’t Help

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0100

We often set goals in the belief they’ll make us happier. But setting goals alone might not be enough to truly help us thrive.In this quick dip, Rachel discusses why that’s the case, and offers a different approach to finding satisfaction and success.

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It all begins with a shift in focus from goals to desires. Instead of starting with specific goals, we should first identify what we truly desire and what our basic needs are. This helps us align our actions and routines with what truly matters to us.

Life’s too short to not love what you do, and vice versa. So it’s time to look at our own desires and needs, ask “What truly matters to me?”, and determine whether they’re aligned. Doing this will move you closer to a more fulfilling and satisfying life.

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Stop starting with goals and focus on your desires and needs
Learn about the four elements of your North Star and how they can guide you
Understand the problem with outcome-based goals and why process goals are more effective

Episode highlights

[00:01:31] Stop starting with goals
[00:03:27] The four elements of your North Star
[00:05:13] Figure out your "why"
[00:06:01] Making space for your needs
[00:08:30] THRIVE Week Planner
[00:13:09] The problem with outcome-based goals

Resources

THRIVE Weekly Planner
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More episodes of You Are Not a Frog:
Life’s Too Short NOT to Love What You Do – Episode 209
Finding Your North Star – Episode 208
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Life’s Too Short NOT to Love What You Do

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0100

There are times working in medicine or other high-stress jobs, when you feel trapped and unhappy. And maybe you’ve told yourself you have no other option but to stay put. These “shoulds” can come from societal expectations or the idea that you’ve put so much into your job already that it would be silly – or even irresponsible – to quit now.

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These myths and pressures keep us feeling stuck, and prevent us from exploring alternative possibilities within or outside of our current field.

This week, Rachel is joined by Dr Sarah Goulding, who breaks open those myths, and shows how we can uncover new possibilities. It all starts by recognising we’re not defined solely by our roles, and embracing the idea that it's okay to change and to pursue work that aligns with our strengths and passions.

Sarah also has a set of self-coaching questions that can help us discover what we’re going to do with our “one wild and precious life”.

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Discover how to find a way of working that doesn't harm your well-being and allows you to be passionate and energetic in and out of work
Explore the myths and societal pressures that keep us feeling trapped in our current careers and learn how to break free from them
Gain valuable insights into the importance of reflecting on your skills and experiences to uncover new career possibilities within or outside of medicine

Episode highlights

[00:03:17] The job-for-life fallacy
[00:07:53] Toxic expectations of gratitude
[00:09:57] Availability bias and the sunk cost fallacy
[00:15:41] Reinventing yourself
[00:18:05] When's the right time to make a change?
[00:20:55] Satisfaction outside of work
[00:21:20] Your one wild and precious life
[00:26:14] 2,000 weeks left
[00:27:46] Taking imperfect action
[00:31:16] Career crafting
[00:33:26] Self-coaching questions
[00:38:42] Crafting your joyful career path
[00:45:36] The "I will be happy when..." myth
[00:47:10] Sarah's top tips

About the guest

Sarah is a Career Coach for Doctors, passionate about the power of finding your place to thrive. She has 7 jobs, including GP; educator; mentor; and Head of Development at the Joyful Doctor.

Website | Instagram | LinkedIn

Resources

THRIVE Weekly Planner
Watch the video version on YouTube
Why We’re Ditching the Term ‘Imposter Syndrome’ – Episode 112, with Dr Sarah Goulding
Finding Your North Star – Episode 208
Bringing Your Best Self to Work – Episode 67, with Dr Sarah Goulding
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Finding Your North Star

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0100

We’re all seeking the perfect job or career path that will bring us happiness and fulfilment. But while we’re focused on achieving success, we can overlook the bigger stuff – and it’s possible that our current career trajectory might not take us there.

That’s why we need to find and then follow our North Star. Finding it starts with prioritising four fundamental needs: feeling fully human, deep connections, meaning and purpose, and growth and learning. By aligning our goals with these needs, we can find true fulfilment.

In this quick dip episode, Rachel outlines how we can understand what makes us feel alive, cultivate meaningful relationships and activities, and embrace continuous growth in all aspects of our lives.

If we carry on putting achievement ahead of our own needs – especially if we’re doing so to please someone else – we may end up feeling empty and unsatisfied.

But by tapping into those four fundamental needs, we’ll find ourselves on a path to a more fulfilling and balanced life.

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Discover the four fundamental needs for true fulfilment in life
Learn practical steps to align your goals with these fundamental needs
Understand the consequences of prioritising achievement over fundamental needs and how it can impact your well-being

Episode highlights

[00:03:48] What are you aiming for?
[00:06:06] The first core need: physical wellbeing
[00:06:51] The second core need: Connection
[00:08:00] The third core need: Meaning and purpose
[00:08:43] The fourth core need: Learning and growth
[00:09:42] The fifth element: A need to achieve
[00:10:57] Your north star
[00:12:07] Self-awareness
[00:14:49] How do you need to live?
[00:16:30] Don't get pulled south

Resources

THRIVE Weekly Planner
Watch the video version on YouTube
Defining Your Own Success in Life – Episode 107, with Dr Claire Kaye
How to Escape the Tyranny of the ‘Shoulds’ – Episode 196, with Charlotte Housden
How to Reconnect With Your Purpose in Life – Episode 94, with Dr Richard Pile
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How to get moving again when you feel stuck

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0100

We all experience moments of feeling stuck. Sometimes we have the motivation, but something’s in our way. On other days the simplest things can feel like pushing a boulder up a hill. Now matter how competent we know we are, that feeling of inertia can wreak havoc on our self-confidence. If we’re going to get unstuck and move forwards, we first need to find out what’s blocking us.

The solution is to take a conscious leadership approach. This means shifting our mindset and becoming more aware of our reactions and thought patterns. By recognising when we’re “below the line” and stuck in victim mode, we can consciously shift “above the line” and take control of our actions and reactions.

This week, Rachel is joined by executive coach and conscious leadership expert, Nicola Rylett-Jones. Nicola offers practical steps you can take today to embody the role of a conscious leader – even if you don’t consider yourself as having a leadership position.

Living below the line makes us feel frustrated, demotivated, and without the ability to make progress. It can also make us less effective leaders and colleagues, more prone to agitation. But by becoming more aware of our triggers, we can work better together with less effort.

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Learn practical steps to overcome feelings of being stuck and gain control of your actions and reactions.
Discover how to shift your mindset and become more aware of your reactions and thought patterns.
Find out how to embody the role of a conscious leader, even if you don't consider yourself in a leadership position.

Episode highlights

[00:04:19] How we demotivate ourselves
[00:09:38] Conscious leadership
[00:14:58] Becoming unstuck
[00:29:16] Getting a different perspective
[00:34:00] Worrying
[00:36:16] Tackling anxiety around complaints
[00:38:44] It's time to take action
[00:46:17] Guilt as a motivator
[00:57:18] Nicola's top tips

About the guest

Nicola Rylett-Jones is a senior leader who has held both regional and national Director roles with some of the UK’s most prestigious organisations. She is currently a Trustee and Deputy Chair of the Institute of Leadership, executive coach and relationship manager for the Welsh Government’s Accelerated Growth Program, and chair of two leading marketing organisations.

Website | LinkedIn

Resources

THRIVE Weekly Planner
Watch the video version on YouTube
Passing the Naughty Monkey Back – Episode 65, with Dr Amit Sharma
How to Escape the Drama Triangle and Stop Rescuing People – Episode 75 with Annie Hanekom
Conversations Which Will Get You Unstuck – Episode 95 with Annie Hanekom
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Apply for Nicola’s Conscious Female Leadership programme
Nicola’s Inspirante Business Book Club
Leadership Development – The Institute of Leadership

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The Most Powerful Question You Can Ask Yourself About Your Work

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0100

If you were in a life-or-death scenario and the only path out was over hot coals, would you take it? Of course. But when it comes to situations that are making us uncomfortable or even miserable, we seldom want to experience that discomfort to get to what we know will be better for us.

In this quick dip episode, Rachel explores the importance of considering the long-term impact of our work, and offers a single question you can ask yourself right now, to discover what you really want to do with your one wild and precious life.

If you’re on a burning platform or in a situation that could get worse, you can make a change – even if it's a small one. Any change can help you break free from the status quo.

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Discover the importance of considering the long-term impact of your work on your well-being, mindset, character, and relationships
Learn practical steps to recognise short-term discomfort, assess risks and benefits, seek external perspectives, and take action towards positive change
Understand what happens if you ignore the impact of your work, and how to create a fulfilling work life by addressing this problem

Episode highlights

[00:02:12] Walking across hot sand
[00:04:20] The burning platform
[00:06:46] What is your work doing to your mind, your character, and your relationships?
[00:08:14] Should I stay or should I go?
[00:09:19] Where to go for guidance
[00:10:07] Taking action

Resources

THRIVE Weekly Planner
Watch the video version on YouTube
More episodes of You Are Not a Frog:
How to Live With No Regrets – Episode 123 with Georgina Scull
How to Say F**k it and Become Ridiculously Relaxed (even about stuff that REALLY matters) – Episode 130 with Jon C Parkin
Should I Stay or Should I Go? – Episode 89 with Corrina Gordon-Barnes
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How to Feel Confident in Any Situation

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100

If you’re in a job where you use your brain a lot, it can be easy to feel disconnected from your body and emotions. This in turn can lead to a lack of self-awareness and even difficulty in expressing yourself. That lack of awareness changes how we outwardly express ourselves, even in ways we’re not aware of.

But by becoming consciously connected with our body, we can get a bit more control over our thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, and over how others see us.

This week, Rachel is joined by coach and trainer Helen Leathers, who shows us how our posture, our movements, even the way we dress, can affect not only our mood, but how we’re perceived at work. She also shares a practical exercise that can help us cultivate stillness, so we appear more confident and open.

It’s natural for those of us in cerebral jobs to see the body as just a vessel for the brain. But if we disconnect for too long, we can find it harder to tap into, understand, and express difficult feelings like stress and overwhelm.

But there are simple things you can do to reconnect with your body, to literally shake off those negative feelings, and to “fake it ‘til you become it”.

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Learn practical steps to cultivate self-awareness and express yourself more effectively
Discover how becoming consciously connected with your body and emotions can lead to positive changes in your life
Understand the practical applications of embodiment, and separate it from the pseudoscience

Episode highlights

[00:04:50] Consciously connecting body and mind
[00:13:28] How posture and movement affects how we're perceived
[00:16:34] Fake it 'til you become it
[00:17:41] How we dress is a signal to our body
[00:19:52] Embodiment and overwhelm
[00:28:08] Acknowledging where feelings sit in our body
[00:32:37] Shake it off
[00:38:58] Does it matter where in your body you feel something?
[00:43:35] Helen's embodiment tips

About the guest

Helen Leathers is a transformational coach with expertise in helping people use their body to access thoughts and emotions. She helps women who feel lost or overwhelmed to find their way in life again, and teaches doctors coaching and communication skills.

Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube

Resources

THRIVE Weekly Planner
Watch the video version on YouTube
Tiny Habits, Big Changes – Episode 2, with Dr Katherine Hickman
What Happens When We’re Really Listened to – Episode 180, with Tom Dillon
Doctors’ Transformational Coaching Diploma – Use the code FROGSPAWN for an exclusive discount
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How to Get Out of a Toxic Shame Spiral

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100

We all experience shame from time to time, but when it becomes toxic, we can end up in a shame spiral from which it's difficult to escape. When we’re called out on something about which we feel shameful, it can make us defensive. And so often, no-one can punish us as harshly as we punish ourselves.

In this quick dip episode, Rachel shares her strategy to break free from shame spirals and cultivate a healthier mindset; by sharing our shame, taking some perspective, and seeking support from others. She unpacks her SHAME model that was inspired by a recent spiral, which is a simple five-step framework for working through the sensations of shame and finding a way to be kinder to ourselves.

Shame doesn’t make us better people – it only makes us harder on ourselves and leads to us being defensive. So this episode offers a chance to break free of that spiral, remember that we’re human, and remind ourselves we’re doing our best.

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Discover how shame can impact our internal mindset and contribute to burnout
Learn about the complex nature of shame and how it shows up
Explore strategies and techniques to break free from shame spirals and cultivate a healthier mindset

Episode highlights

[00:02:09] What's on your pop bottle label?
[00:03:14] When our actions clash with our values
[00:07:30] What our ingrained stories tell us
[00:13:20] Share your shame
[00:14:35] Hang outwith useless friends
[00:15:37] Awe
[00:16:42] Multiple identities
[00:19:17] Empathy and understanding

Resources

THRIVE Weekly Planner
Watch the video version on YouTube
How Do You Say No When Someone Might Die? – Episode 193
Why Can’t I Say No? – Episode 163
How Perfectionism and Shame Lead to Stress and Burnout – 152 with Sandy Miles
How to Avoid Becoming the Second Victim – Episode 92 with Dr Caraline Wright & Dr Lizzie Sweeting
Tara Brach leads a Guided Meditation: The Practice of RAIN
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Getting a Breakthrough by Using Your Right Brain

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100

When we’re presented with a difficult problem, naturally we use logic and reasoning to solve it. But some problems – like stress and burnout – can’t be solved with logic alone.

The left hemisphere is the area of the brain focused on tasks, logic, and problem-solving. But the right hemisphere deals with relationships, connections, and new perspectives. It’s also visual and metaphorical, so it can help us see problems in a different way. So our right brain can help us live more easily with problems that can’t be solved by the left.

This week, executive coach Yda Bouvier explains how introducing visuals can activate our right brain and give us new perspectives and insights, which can help us understand complex issues, improve problem-solving, and enhance our connection with others.

Over-relying on our left brain can leave us struggling with complex relationships, focusing too much on threats, and making it harder to adapt. But by incorporating more visuals and movement, we can tap into the power of our right brain and unlock new insights and possibilities.

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Learn how using the right brain can help us manage high-stress jobs
Discover how visuals, metaphor, and movement can activate the right brain and give us new perspectives
Understand the role of the right brain in problem-solving, intuition, and dealing with complex situations

Episode highlights

[00:02:55] The right brain
[00:05:28] Left brain vs right brain
[00:08:41] Yda's journey
[00:10:47] Are we usingrelying too much on our left brain?
[00:15:08] The impact of switching to right-brain thinking
[00:18:02] How does the right brain help solve wicked problems?
[00:22:40] The left brain and the ego
[00:25:27] Making practical use of the right brain
[00:30:22] Left and right brains in relation
[00:32:52] The power of metaphor and images in communication
[00:44:05] Exercise: What to do with a big problem

About the guest

Yda Bouvier is an executive coach with 15 years of experience helping individuals and teams navigate challenges and develop their potential. Yda has a background in strategy consulting and holds a degree in physics. She is the author of the book "Leading with the Right Brain" and is passionate about incorporating right-brain thinking into problem-solving and decision-making processes.

LinkedIn | Website

Resources

THRIVE Weekly Planner
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How to Stop Worrying When There’s a Lot to Worry About – Episode 106, with Dr Caroline Walker
How to Feel Happy, Calm, and Connected – Episode 170,Dr Giles P Croft with
Leading with the Right Brain – Yda’s book
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The Three-Step Plan for Getting Your Sh*t Together

Tue, 09 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100

So you’ve got a problem, maybe a relationship issue at work or difficulties managing your workload. You’ve talked it with friends, but the solution won’t present itself. Often the problem isn't that we lack solutions, but rather that we haven't fully understood what the problem is in the first place.

In this quick dip episode, Rachel shares her three-step model to help you identify and address the real problem you’re facing. It involves recognising we have choices, embracing our human needs and limitations, and thinking differently.

If we keep doing what we've always done, we'll continue getting the same results. But changing our mindset can give us confidence and the ability to approach situations from a fresh perspective.

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Discover how to identify and solve the underlying problems that are driving you mad and hindering your progress
Learn why focusing on resilience alone might not address the real issues causing stress and underperformance
Explore a practical model that will help you make the right choices, embrace your human needs, and think differently to achieve better outcomes

Episode highlights

[00:01:15] What's the real problem?
[00:03:21] Making the right choices
[00:04:28] Be human
[00:05:01] Think differently
[00:05:22] Putting the three Cs into practice
[00:09:31] What language are you using?
[00:11:21] The Shapes Toolkit

Resources

Watch the video
THRIVE Weekly Planner
More episodes of You Are Not a Frog:
How to Be REALLY Productive… Without Losing the Plot – Episode 190 with Graham Allcott
How to Know if You’re Being “Resilience Victim Blamed” – Episode 145
How to Say No and Deal with Pushback – Episode 1252 with Annie Hanekom
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How to Decide if You Need to Stay or Leave a Difficult Situation

Tue, 02 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100

Faced with a difficult situation, we often ask the question “should I stay or should I go?” It could be about work, a relationship, or something more personal. We all face this question at various times in our life, and it can be overwhelming to make a choice when we’re scared of the unknown.

This week, we’re revisiting a discussion with Corrina Gordon-Barnes, about how to tackle the decision-making process. Instead of relying on traditional methods like pros and cons lists or seeking advice from others, Corrina suggests a different approach, which involves noticing the difference between facts and thoughts, and recognising when we have the power to leave rather than simply tough it out.

When we keep ourselves trapped in the limbo of indecision, when we’re neither fully committed nor able to make a decisive choice, this can leave us frustrated and angry. Those frustrations can boil over into our home and work lives, or make an uncomfortable situation even worse.

But by taking a moment to reflect on our current situation, we can start the process of questioning and gaining clarity, therefore revealing the choices we do have.

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Learn how to make difficult decisions when facing a dilemma of staying or leaving a situation, whether it's work, relationships, or friendships
Understand the importance of questioning your thoughts and beliefs that may be causing stress and hindering decision-making
Discover a fresh perspective on decision-making and a simple technique to gain clarity and make informed choices

Episode highlights

[00:04:13] The importance of belonging
[00:06:42] Making a difficult decision
[00:13:31] Separating fact from thought
[00:16:26] Counteracting the "That's just the way it is" story
[00:21:57] Questioning your stories
[00:28:58] Acceptance
[00:33:05] Shoulds
[00:35:36] You have a choice
[00:44:33] What are the consequences of not doing what we "ought"?
[00:49:03] Corrina's top 3 tips

About the guest

Dr Corrina Gordon-Barnes, CPCC, coaches new managers in time management and giving effective feedback. She’s passionate about seeing workplaces where colleagues speak honestly, give and receive feedback gracefully, and act with integrity. She believes these environments make it much easier to be innovative and effective, hit deadlines, and create the most powerful impact.

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Resources

THRIVE Weekly Planner
Download the Zone of Power handout
More episodes of You Are Not a Frog:
How to take control of your thoughts – Episode 32, with Corrina Gordon-Barnes
Download the episode’s workbook and CPD form. You can use them for reflection and to submit for your appraisal.
The Work of Byron Katie

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What Shame Made Me Do

Tue, 26 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0100

If you have a high-stakes job like medicine, shame can show up in unexpected and unwelcome places. Doctors have incredibly high societal expectations, with constant pressure to be invulnerable. It’s time to challenge these unrealistic expectations and foster an environment that supports doctors in their vulnerability.

This week, we’re featuring one of our most popular and impactful episodes from 2023 to help you identify and combat shame. In this episode, Dr Sandy Miles discusses the impact of shame on doctors and how we can address it by changing the toxic stories we tell ourselves.

We all make mistakes, but shame keeps us from being objective and fair, leading us feeling like we’re inherently bad or wrong. Finding ways to be kinder and more supportive to ourselves will help not only our wellbeing, but will brighten the lives of those closest to us.

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Discover the powerful impact shame has on us, and how our wellbeing and professional identity can be affected
Explore the different ways we respond to shame
Learn how to create a healthier and more supportive environment

Episode highlights

[00:04:37] What is shame?
[00:11:56] How identities are tied to shame
[00:15:16] How people respond to shame
[00:17:40] How to respond to shame
[00:26:43] Shame and perfectionism in healthcare
[00:31:31] How to overcome maladaptive perfectionism
[00:34:22] Fostering a growth mindset
[00:36:44] How to combat shame
[00:47:01] Where to find help
[00:48:40] Sandy's top tips for deadling with shame

About the guest

Sandy Miles is a practising GP and a medical educator. She is also the co-founder of Acacia Retreat, holding bi-annual retreats for doctors feeling overwhelmed. Passionate to help fellow medical professionals, Sandy has written several research articles about shame and maladaptive behaviours in the medical industry — such as perfectionism in healthcare workers.

Sandy gained her Bachelor of Medicine from the University of London and then earned her Master of Science in Medical Humanities from King’s College London.

Twitter | Facebook

Resources

THRIVE Weekly Planner
More episodes of You Are Not a Frog:
How to Avoid Becoming the Second Victim – Episode 92, with Dr Caraline Wright & Dr Lizzie Sweeting
This is Going to Hurt: Secret Diaries of a Junior Doctor, by Adam Kay
Books and videos from Brene Brown
Shame and Medicine
Shame in Medicine: The Lost Forest, a 10-part documentary podcast produced by the Nocturnists
Shame and Medicine
Mindset: Changing the Way You Think to Fulfil Your Potential, by Carol Dweck
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How to Survive the Holiday Season

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0100

The Christmas season can be a time of stress and disappointment, especially when our expectations don't match up with reality. We can find ourselves dealing with difficult family members, feeling overwhelmed with work and family obligations, or experiencing a general sense of dissatisfaction.But there’s plenty we can do to make the festive period more enjoyable and less overwhelming.

This week, we’re revisiting a previous conversation on the podcast, with Corrina Gordon-Barnes. In her chat with Rachel, you’ll learn how to turn expected disappointments into a game of bingo, set realistic expectations, and exercise some self-compassion.

By taking proactive steps, we can create a more positive and fulfilling Christmas experience.

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Learn strategies to cope with the expectations and negative experiences that come with the holiday season
Discover the concept of playing "Christmas Bingo" to approach disappointments with humour and acceptance
Gain insights on how to navigate triggering situations and avoid falling into familiar patterns of conflict

Episode highlights

[00:03:59] Christmas disappointments
[00:09:02] Christmas Bingo
[00:13:30] What you can do to avoid disappointent
[00:16:19] Playing out the old dances
[00:21:33] Your zone of power
[00:27:15] Lowering your expectations
[00:39:20] Self-compassion in the face of disappointment
[00:43:39] Hunt the Pony
[00:44:51] Handling regret
[00:49:22] Corrina's top 3 tips

About the guest

LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | Website

Resources

THRIVE Weekly Planner
Should I Stay or Should I Go? – Episode 89 with Corrina Gordon-Barnes
How to Ditch the Saviour Complex and Feel More Alive – Episode 88 with Rob Bell
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How to Increase Your Confidence and Impact

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0100

If you're like most people, you'll have experienced moments when your confidence wavers, leaving you unsure of yourself and holding back from reaching your full potential. But what if there was a way to increase your confidence and make a greater impact in your personal and professional life?

This week, Dr Claire Kaye joins Rachel to explore the power of confidence and how it influences our lives. They dive into the common challenges we face when it comes to confidence, whether it's feeling underconfident, lacking self-belief, or dealing with the negative self-talk that holds us back.

But this episode isn't just about identifying the problem – it's about finding practical solutions. Claire and Rachel discuss strategies to boost your confidence in a genuine and authentic way, helping you navigate through life's uncertainties and excel in various areas. They emphasise the importance of knowing yourself, understanding your values, and embracing vulnerability as a pathway to personal growth and success.

If you're tired of letting self-doubt hold you back, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable tips to help you increase your confidence, impact, and overall fulfilment.

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Learn practical strategies to boost your confidence and make a greater impact in your personal and professional life.
Explore common challenges related to confidence, like feeling underconfident, lacking self-belief, and dealing with negative self-talk.
Discover how to be more confident in an authentic and genuine way, without resorting to acting or disingenuous behaviour.

Episode highlights

[00:03:16] Confidence and positive outcomes
[00:07:28] What a severe lack of confidence can do
[00:10:12] What is confidence?
[00:15:55] What makes people lose their confidence
[00:21:39] Building your confidence
[00:24:44] Fear of failure
[00:30:33] How environment affects confidence
[00:34:01] Comparison
[00:40:14] Tackling your inner critic
[00:49:43] Claire's 10 top tips for building confidence
[00:52:03] Where to find Claire

About the guest

Dr Claire Kaye, an executive career coach who specialises in career development and perimenopause and menopause in the workplace. She works with women who are experiencing symptoms of the menopause and helps them find ways to thrive while maintaining their careers and personal lives.

LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | Website

Resources

Download your copy of the Stress Curve graph
THRIVE Weekly Planner
More episodes of You Are Not a Frog:
How to Deal With Your Inner Critic – Episode 197
The Surprising Power of Self Coaching (and How to Do it Well) – Episode 117, with Dr Claire Kaye
How to Ditch the Saviour Complex and Feel More Alive – Episode 88, with Rob Bell
VIA Character Strengths Survey
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How to Deal With Your Inner Critic

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0100

We can learn how to say no to other people, but often don’t say no to ourselves or to our inner critic who’s always telling us we can do more or be better. We become our own worst enemy when it comes to setting boundaries and prioritising our own needs. This is why we need self-compassion, and to overcome the toxic self-talk that often fuels our negative self-talk.

In this quick dip, Rachel will help you name the critical voice and acknowledge its presence, explore the underlying triggers and needs that contribute to self-criticism, and treat yourself with kindness and understanding, just as you would a close friend.

When we pay too much attention to our inner critic, we risk feeling more stressed, putting strain on our relationships, and overall negatively impacting our wellbeing. So it’s time to challenge that negative self-talk and replace it with compassionate. No only will it benefit you, but it’ll benefit those close to you, too.

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Discover the impact of toxic self-talk and how it affects our relationships and self-perception.
Explore the importance of self-compassion and its role in enhancing relationships and personal growth.
Gain practical tips and techniques for dealing with your inner critic and cultivating self-kindness.

Episode highlights

[00:01:52] Toxic self-talk
[00:04:11] Self-compassion
[00:04:57] Shame
[00:05:57] Boss bitch
[00:09:12] When our amygdala goes too far
[00:10:04] Motivating with the stick, not the carrot

Resources

THRIVE Weekly Planner
More episodes of You Are Not a Frog:
What to Do When You Can Never Do Enough as a Working Mum – Episode 174, with With Corrina Gordon-Barnes
How to Escape the Tyranny of the ‘Shoulds’ – Episode 196 with Charlotte Housden
The Surprising Power of Self Coaching (and How to Do it Well) – Episode 117, with Dr Claire Kaye
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How to Escape the Tyranny of the ‘Shoulds’

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0100

Do you find yourself trapped by the expectations and pressures of what you think you “should” be doing? Is there a voice in your head, berating you for not living up to their standards? If so, you might be experiencing the tyranny of the shoulds.

You’re not alone in feeling overwhelmed or uncertain. But it turns out that hearing others' stories can help you realise that your struggles are common. Also, if you rely on others for feedback it’s important to know whom to ask and when, so you don’t end up with an over-eager cheerleader or someone who’ll burst your bubble before its time.

In this episode, Charlotte Housden discusses her research on successfully navigating change and how we can escape that nagging, finger-wagging presence we all have from time to time.

That voice of doubt and fear can trap us in a cycle of unhappiness and unfulfilment. It might mean we miss out on opportunities for growth, personal development, and finding true satisfaction in our lives and careers. But by remembering that you are not your thoughts, you can start to free yourself from the tyranny of the shoulds.

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Gain insights from interviews with 108 people in 27 countries on successfully navigating change in life.
Understand the importance of hearing others' stories, and how it can make you feel less alone.
Get the resources you nee to facilitate and sustain change.

Episode highlights

[00:06:50] The importance of knowing you're not alone
[00:09:27] Stories and consequences of change
[00:11:14] How to give feedback
[00:17:15] Delaying gratification on a new project
[00:18:59] What to do when you feel you need to change everything at once
[00:23:46] Job crafting
[00:25:51] The shift in the psychological contract
[00:29:10] The tyranny of the shoulds
[00:33:39] Midroll
[00:36:12] The three musts
[00:37:39] You are the sky. Everything else is just the weather
[00:40:32] You are not your thoughts
[00:43:42] What most medical students aren't taught about their own thoughts
[00:47:51] What doctors need to make it to the top
[00:50:11] The key to greater productivity
[00:52:50] Charlotte's top tips

About the guest

Charlotte is a chartered coaching psychologist helping individuals to navigate their organisations and careers. She has interviewed 108 people in 27 countries identifying how they successfully navigate change and is the author of Swim Jump Fly: A Guide to Changing Your Life.

LinkedIn | Website

Resources

THRIVE Weekly Planner
What Happens When We’re Really Listened to – Episode 180, with Tom Dillon
How to Avoid Becoming the Second Victim – Episode 92, with Dr Caraline Wright & Dr Lizzie Sweeting
Job Crafting for Happiness – Episode 144, with Kirsten Armit, Dr Colin Lindsay, and Dr Daljit Hothi
Swim Jump Fly: A Guide to Changing Your Life – Charlotte’s book
Charlotte’s Tyranny of the Shoulds podcast
The Happiness Trap: Stop Struggling, Start Living, by Russ Harris
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Am I Burning Out?

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0100

If your job is demanding, jou've probably wondered at some point if you're burning out. The constant stress and pressure in health and social care especially can leave us feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. But ignoring the signs of burnout can have serious consequences, affecting not only our performance but our wellbeing and our relationships too.

In this quick dip episode, Rachel introduces the Stress Curve and how it can help you recognise if you're nearing burnout. She explains the different stages of the curve and provide practical steps you can take to prevent burnout and perform at your best. It's about finding what works for you and making small changes that add up a big impact.

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Recognise the signs of burnout and its consequences, so you can prioritise your wellbeing and relationships.
Learn from real-life experiences and to prevent burnout, tailored to the unique challenges faced by people in healthcare.
Discover the stress curve model as a tool to assess your current position and make small, impactful changes to improve your wellbeing and performance.

Episode highlights

[00:01:43] Check your battery level
[00:02:43] Symptoms of burnout
[00:03:47] The stress curve
[00:05:59] Not enough pressure to perform
[00:07:29] Dropping off peak performance
[00:08:26] Early signs of burnout
[00:09:18] Take a snapshop [MIDROLL]
[00:10:26] Where are you on the stress curve?
[00:13:01] What factors are contributing to how you feel?
[00:13:32] What are your early warning signs?
[00:15:38] What small steps can you take?
[00:17:14] Stay in your zone of power

Resources

Download a copy of the graph
Watch the video to see the graph
THRIVE Weekly Planner
More episodes of You Are Not a Frog:
Surprising Ways to Avoid Burnout – Episode 188 with Nick Petrie
Embrace Your Capacity, Not Your Limits – Episode 176 with Dr Sarah Coope
Is it ‘Normal’ Not to Cope? – Episode 143
Download the episode’s workbook and CPD form. You can use them for reflection and to submit for your appraisal.
Yerkes–Dodson law

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How to Manage Your Energy if You're a Highly Sensitive Person

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0100

Managing your energy can be a challenge at the best of times. But if you’re a highly sensitive person, you might be more prone to burning out due to your unique traits and the demands of your work.

Being highly sensitive doesn’t mean being touchy, but having a high degree of empathy and a particular way of processing sensory input. That means it might take longer to recover from a tricky situation like a conflict with a colleague, or witnessing something traumatic at work.

The key to managing energy as a highly sensitive person is to understand and embrace your sensitivity, and put strategies in place to protect and replenish your energy.

This week, Rachel talks with Dr Becki Taylor-Smith, an anaesthetist and coach who specialises in helping highly sensitive individuals discover their superpowers.

Around 1 in 5 people has high sensitivity. With this higher degree of empathy often comes the need to help people, which is why there may be many more people in medicine who identify as highly sensitive.

People who identify as highly sensitive make great leaders, but can be reluctant to step forward. So without support or strategies in place to help them harness their abilities, teams can miss out on the unique abilities they have.

But by setting small boundaries and incorporating self-care activities into their daily lives, highly sensitive people can be supported and encouraged to thrive in their own careers, and lead others.

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Learn how to manage your energy effectively as a highly sensitive person in high-stress jobs.
Discover strategies to prevent burnout and overwhelm while still making a unique difference.
Understand the traits of highly sensitive people and how to embrace them as a superpower in leadership and teamwork.

Episode highlights

[00:04:22] Traits of highly sensitive people
[00:09:10] How to tell if you're a highly sensitive person
[00:11:07] When being highly sensitive can be a superpower
[00:14:08] Highly sensitive people as leaders
[00:20:58] The ABCs of managing your energy
[00:27:38] How to protect yourself and your energy
[00:32:12] Avoiding burnout due to sensory overload
[00:35:37] How to support highly sensitive people
[00:39:26] Becki's top tips

About the guest

Dr Becki is an anaesthetist and coach supporting sensitive professionals caring for people and the planet to rediscover their joy and make their difference without burning out.

LinkedIn | Facebook | Website

Resources

THRIVE Weekly Planner
More episodes of You Are Not a Frog:
How to Thrive in a High-Stress Job When You’re Neurodivergent – Episode 179 with Matthew Bellringer
Are Your Tiny Traumas Building Up to Burnout? – Episode 182, with Dr Claire Plumbly
Download the episode’s workbook and CPD form. You can use them for reflection and to submit for your appraisal.
Download Becki’s free guide to using your sensitivity as a superpower
The Highly Sensitive Person: How to Survive and Thrive When the World Overwhelms You, by Elaine Aron

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How Do You Say No When Someone Might Die?

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0100

Saying no and setting boundaries are core to avoiding burnout. But if saying no might put a patient at harm – or worse – what can you do?

In this quick dip episode, Rachel explains the concept of core and flex boundaries along with core and flex consequences. Core boundaries are non-negotiables that we always enforce, rather than preferences we’d like to enforce but can be flexible around.Key to this approach is also recognising the short- and long-term consequences of saying no.

By not setting boundaries or saying no when we need to, we risk damaging our relationships and neglecting our own needs. This can lead to regret, unfulfilled goals, and negative effects on other people who rely on us. But by setting rigid and flexible boundaries, we can get closer to a healthy work-life balance, and keep our priorities and commitments in tact.

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Discover how to set boundaries and say no in challenging situations, ie when someone's life might be at stake.
Understand the concept of core and flex boundaries and how they can help in decision-making.
Learn about the short-term and long-term consequences of setting boundaries and saying no, and the importance of considering them when making decisions.

Episode highlights

[00:03:43] Introducing core and flex boundaries
[00:04:55] Core boundaries
[00:06:21] Flex boundaries
[00:09:26] What happens when core boundaries are in conflict
[00:11:34] Short-term consequences
[00:12:34] Long-term consequences
[00:15:59] Core and flex consequences
[00:17:59] Hierarchy of boundaries
[00:19:40] Putting this into practice

Resources

THRIVE Weekly Planner
How to Avoid Amygdala Hijack Part 1 – Episode 169
How to Avoid Amygdala Hijack Part 2 – Episode 171
The Problem with Boundaries – Episode 161
Download the episode’s workbook and CPD form. You can use them for reflection and to submit for your appraisal.

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How to Challenge Upsetting Behaviour

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0100

Interactions between team members can have a big impact on performance and outcomes. Disrespect and hostility can create a threatening environment and hinder collaboration and productivity. In a medical setting, it could literally be a life-or-death situation.

The Civility Saves Lives movement aims to raise awareness about the importance of behaviour and promote a culture of civility. By showing respect and support towards each-other, teams can enhance their performance, deliver better outcomes, and provide a healthier and kinder path towards personal growth.

In this episode, Dr Chris Turner, co-founder of the Civility Saves Lives movement, demonstrates how we can create an environment where civility is valued, information is freely shared, and everyone feels empowered to contribute. By taking the time to show respect – and to address disrespect without offering judgement – we can make a positive difference in the workplace and improve outcomes for teams and patients.

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Understand the importance of civility and its role in improving team performance and patient outcomes.
Learn about the effects of incivility on individuals and their ability to think and perform under high-pressure situations.
Find out about the origins of the Civility Saves Lives movement, and its impact on behaviour in healthcare.

Episode highlights

[00:01:32] Meeting Chris
[00:02:21] Civility Saves Lives
[00:10:50] The minimum unit of performance is the team
[00:13:32] Setting an environment for people to speak
[00:16:25] What happens when we're scared of being wrong
[00:23:40] How hostile behaviour impacts teams
[00:25:45] How rudeness affects trust
[00:27:22] We don't go to work to be unpleasant
[00:31:21] Knowing that someone's got you
[00:35:15] How to give feedback
[00:49:44] Curiosity's role when giving difficult feedback
[00:55:08] How to avoid the drama triangle
[00:59:09] Understanding cultural context
[01:01:52] Accepting uninvited criticism
[01:04:23] How to take difficult feedback
[01:06:15] The act of saying sorry
[01:09:39] Chris' top tips

About the guest

Chris is a consultant in emergency medicine at the University Hospital of Coventry and Warwickshire. He co-founded Civility Saves Lives with Joe Farmer, a grassroots organisation dedicated to raising awareness of the impact of behaviour on performance.

LinkedIn | Twitter | Website

Resources

THRIVE Weekly Planner
How to Escape the Drama Triangle and Stop Rescuing People – Episode 75, with Annie Hanekom
How to Have Crucial Conversations – Episode 85, with Dr Ed Pooley
Download the episode’s workbook and CPD form. You can use them for reflection and to submit for your appraisal.
When Rudeness in Teams Turns Deadly – Chris’ talk at TEDxExeter
The Decline in Task Performance After Witnessing Rudeness is Moderated by Emotional Empathy - A Pilot Study, by Gadi Gilam
Zero Degrees of Empathy: A New Theory of Human Cruelty and Kindness, by Simon Baron-Cohen
Medical Student Perceptions and Experiences of Incivility: a Qualitative Study, by Louise Griffin and Anna Baverstock
Promoting Professionalism by Sharing a Cup of Coffee
The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership: A New Paradigm for Sustainable Success, by Jim Dethmer, Diana Chapman, and Kaley Klemp
Radical Candor: Fully Revised and Updated Edition: How to Get What You Want by Saying What You Mean, by Kim Scott

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The Real Reason Other People's Boundaries Make Us Cross

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0100

When someone else sets boundaries, do you feel able to do the same, or do you resent their ability to say no? Often, our anger towards others' boundaries comes from our own unmet needs and desires, and what presents itself as resentment is actually envy.

Guilt, shame, and fear often prevent us from expressing our own needs, which just compounds those negative emotions. Without shifting our mindset, we can end up adopting a victim mindset and feeling even more trapped.

In this quick dip episode, Rachel describes how we can identify our underlying needs, find ways to express them, and take small, practical steps towards getting what we want, even if it feels unattainable.

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Learn how to navigate boundaries and handle feelings of resentment when others say no to you.
Understand the difference between anger and envy, and how envy can reveal what you truly want.
Pick up strategies for identifying your own needs, expressing them to others, and finding ways to meet them.

Episode highlights

[00:02:12] Envy
[00:05:47] What is your underlying need?
[00:06:43] What happens when we make ourselves the victim
[00:07:55] Questions to ask yourself
[00:08:54] What is stopping you from meeting your needs?
[00:10:01] If you could wave a magic wand
[00:11:40] Expressing your needs to others

Resources

THRIVE Weekly Planner
Why Can’t I Say No – Episode 163
How to Use Power Language to Keep Your Boundaries Strong – Episode 179
How to Say No and Deal with Pushback – Episode 125, with Annie Hanekom
Atlas of the Heart: Mapping Meaningful Connection and the Language of Human Experience, by Brené Brown
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How to Be REALLY Productive... Without Losing the Plot

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0100

Productivity and time management are difficult at the best of times. But when your job directly affects people’s lives, it can be tricky to make time to get organised, so that we have control over our days, and our inbox isn’t overflowing.

What we need is to manage our attention and make space for what matters. In this episode, Rachel is joined by productivity expert Graham Allcott. Graham shares ways we can prioritise and delegate tasks, make dedicated time for deep work, and get on top of our todo list rather than feel crushed by it.

Cluttered inboxes and disorganised days can lead to more stress, which can impact your work as well as your coworkers’. So listen to this episode for actionable strategies that will help you start each day with more focus, and less overwhelm.

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Improve your productivity without striving for perfection.
Manage your attention and prioritise tasks, especially in high-stress jobs.
Learn how to implement a weekly review to stay organised and in control.

Episode highlights

[00:04:38] How to Stop Messing About on Your Phone
[00:06:52] Managing attention for people in high-stress jobs
[00:08:12] Introducing the second brain
[00:08:54] Structuring your day
[00:11:25] Making space for what matters
[00:13:42] Weekly review
[00:15:32] The second brain in more detail
[00:18:20] What app should I download?
[00:19:40] Inbox Zero
[00:23:53] Good messaging hygiene for teams
[00:26:02] How psychological safety can help when your team is stuck
[00:27:59] Team dynamics around timings and deadlines
[00:29:31] More email etiquette
[00:31:44] CORD model
[00:35:35] The end of your todo list
[00:38:29] Graham's three tips

About the guest

Graham is the author of the best-selling book How to Be a Productivity Ninja, and the founder of Think Productive, a company that helps teams and individuals get a better handle on their time. Graham also hosts the Beyond Busy podcast and writes a newsletter to help busy people rev up for the week ahead.

LinkedIn | Website

Resources

THRIVE Weekly Planner
Think Differently About Your To-Do List – Episode 153
How Safe Do You Feel at Work? – Episode 70 with Scott Chambers
How to be a Productivity Ninja – Graham’s first book
Inbox Zero – the original method by Merlin Mann
The CORD productivity model
Graham’s Rev Up for the Week email newsletter
Beyond Busy – Graham’s podcast
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What Will Your Future Self Thank You For?

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0100

We’ve all had weeks where our schedules are packed tightly and there’s no time for ourselves, leaving us exhausted and overwhelmed. The problem is we often make commitments for our future selves without thinking about what might be on their plate in the future.

In this quick dip episode, Rachel uncovers ways we can make space for the the big and important things in our lives, set rules and boundaries to prevent over-committing, and creating space to cope with challenging times ahead.

Not everything that comes out of the blue is a bad thing. But when we over-book ourselves and neglect our own needs, we risk leaving ourselves unable to really enjoy the fun things that unexpectedly come our way, or cope with the tricky things.

Try taking a moment to consider what your future self will thank you for. This will help you say no to those extra commitments, and practice more self-compassion.

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Learn how to stop over-scheduling so you can create space for yourself and avoid burnout.
Understand the importance of setting boundaries and making rules for yourself to prioritise your wellbeing.
Discover a form of self-compassion in advance.

Episode highlights

[00:01:19] A piece of long-term homework
[00:02:06] Looking backwards
[00:03:01] Writing a letter from your future self
[00:03:43] Fear of missing out
[00:06:34] Looking after our future self
[00:08:22] What rules would your future self like you to understand?
[00:09:12] When were you overstretched?
[00:11:30] Make some space for what's coming up
[00:12:02] Putting self-compassion into practice

Resources

THRIVE Weekly Planner
Think Differently About Your To-Do List – Episode 153
How the Enneagram System Works
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Surprising Ways to Avoid Burnout

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0100

Do you give yourself permission to rest? If you’re like many people in caring professions, you worry that taking time out to look after yourself means not spending that time helping others. That thinking may have got you to your position now, but is it serving you, or is it time to update your operating system?

The problem with rest is that we often confuse it with inaction. But rest from work doesn’t have to mean rest from activity. As this week’s guest, Nick Petrie discovered, for high achievers, rest could be going to the gym or Argentinian tango. Nick’s research shows that the way to beat burnout is not to stop doing things altogether, but to find things you love to do, but that are entirely outside of your sphere of work.

Choosing what you do outside of work needs to be done with care, however. If you’re used to working in a fast-paced and competitive environment, a gym where everyone’s visibly pushing themselves to beat their neighbour might not give you the release you need.

But engaging in activities or hobbies that give you a complete break from work and allow you to reconnect with your body and emotions could be instrumental in preventing burnout.

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Discover surprising factors that contribute to burnout.
Hear examples from high-performing people about the patterns and correlations of burnout across different fields.
Find out how people successfully manage burnout by finding activities that let them switch off and recharge.

Episode highlights

[00:04:41] Correlations of burnout
[00:15:23] Opposite worlds
[00:22:46] The risk of finding a world not opposite enough
[00:26:22] Six types of opposite world
[00:28:47] More correlations of burnout
[00:32:31] Sharing in others' experiences
[00:36:07] Creating mechanisms for yourself
[00:38:11] The burnout curve
[00:41:35] Allostatic overload
[00:43:25] Three degrees of burn
[00:46:08] Catching the warning signs in yourself and others
[00:49:11] Nick's top tips

About the guest

Nick Petrie is a researcher and speaker on leadership, resilience and burnout prevention. Nick helps organisations prepare for the future by creating solutions that help leaders be more adaptable, resilient and strategic. He holds a Masters degree from Harvard University and is the author of the book Work Without Stress: Building Resilience for Long Term Success.

LinkedIn | Website

Resources

THRIVE Weekly Planner
More episodes of You Are Not a Frog:
Get Some Air Cover to Help You Set Boundaries – Episode 181
How to Avoid Burnout on Repeat – Episode 160
The Truth About Burnout – Episode 25
Nick’s LinkedIn posts on burnout
What does “allostatic load” mean for your health?
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Stress vs Overwhelm – And Why You Should Know the Difference

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +0100

We all get stressed or overwhelmed with our daily responsibilities from time to time. But we’re not always good at telling them apart. And this is important, because the way out of overwhelm is different form the way out of stress.

Stress is caused when the demands on us outweigh the resources we feel we have to cope. Overwhelm happens when high amounts of stress make us feel like we can't cope with our lives' demands. The way out of overwhelm is non-doing, resting, and letting our nervous system settle down.

Prolonged stress and overwhelm can lead to burnout, which just puts more stress on our nervous system, and makes it harder for us to function. In this quick dip, Rachel offers practical advice to help you take care of yourself, recognise overwhelm, and give yourself the time you need to rest.

Listen to this episode

To learn the difference between stress and overwhelm
To discover the benefits of non-doing and how it can help you overcome overwhelm
For practical tips on reducing overwhelm in the future

Episode highlights

[00:03:19] Mindful play
[00:05:03] The F**k it mindset
[00:06:58] What will future me thank me for? (midroll)
[00:08:16] Permission to stop

Resources

THRIVE Weekly Planner
More episodes of You Are Not a Frog:
How to Say F**k it and Become Ridiculously Relaxed – Episode 130 with John C Parkin
The Perils of Perfectionism – Episode 22 with Nicky Odgers
What to Do When You are Overwhelmed – Episode 132 with Gerrie Hawes
How to Escape the Drama Triangle and Stop Rescuing People – Episode 75 with Annie Hanekom
Atlas of the Heart: Mapping Meaningful Connection and the Language of Human Experience, by Brené Brown
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How to Cope With Your Kids’ Anxiety, Your Colleagues’, and Your Own

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +0100

Confronting anxiety is easier said than done. It’s hard enough with adults, but with children it’s even more tough. Anxiety keeps us safe, but often we over-predict that something bad will happen and under-predict our ability to cope. The key is to learn how to manage anxiety before it becomes a problem.

This week’s guest is educational psychologist Nicky Odgers. She specialises in working with kids who are feeling anxious about attending school. A lot of what she helps kids with applies to adults – things like mapping thoughts and emotions to physical sensations, replacing negative thoughts with more realistic ones, and practicing techniques to help us relax.

Anxiety can interfere with our lives and become a problem if it goes unaddressed. Naturally we want to avoid things that cause us anxiety, but this stops us from learning that we can cope and that the terrible thing we fear may never happen.

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Learn about anxiety in children and teenagers, and how it can manifest as school avoidance
Gain insight into how anxiety affects adults, including healthcare professionals, and how to manage it effectively
Understand the thought patterns, physical sensations, and behaviours associated with anxiety, and how to address them to prevent avoidance and build coping skills

Episode highlights

[00:03:46] Epidemic of anxiety
[00:09:21] Anxiety as pathology
[00:14:00] Thoughts, feelings, physical sensations, and behaviours
[00:20:54] Safety behaviours
[00:23:26] When is it right to step in and offer help
[00:29:18] Anxiety in healthcare
[00:31:47] How to persuade someone their fears are unfounded
[00:34:35] Mind-reading
[00:41:03] Teaching people to solve problems
[00:45:14] Worry time and worry monsters
[00:47:14] Distracting yourself from worry
[00:48:24] Helpful safety behaviour
[00:49:52] Helping anxious people
[00:52:48] Neurodiversity and autism
[00:55:58] Nicky's tips for managing anxiety

About the guest

Nicky Odgers is an educational psychologist with a particular interest in school anxiety. She helps parents and schools to support children and young people to feel less anxious about attending school, to better manage their emotions, to develop their confidence, to initiate and sustain positive relationships and be more successful in their learning.

LinkedIn | Website

Resources

THRIVE Weekly Planner
Episode 22: The Perils of Perfectionism
Episode 181: Get Some Air Cover to Help You Set Boundaries
School Anxiety Support for Parents – Facebook group
Nicky’s information and resource for parents and schools about school anxiety and EBSA
Download Nicky's free handout for children, young people, and parents
Starving the Anxiety Gremlin for Children Aged 5-9, by Kate Collins-Donnelly
My Anxiety Handbook: Getting Back on Track, by Sue Knowles, Bridie Gallagher, and Phoebe McEwen
Books by Poppy O’Neill
What to Do When You Worry Too Much, by Dawn Huebner PhD
Helping Your Child with Fears and Worries, by Cathy Creswell and Lucy Willetts
Get Your Sh*t Together, by Sarah Knight
The Life-Changing Magic of Not Giving a F**k, by Sarah Knight
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Don't Wait for Tomorrow to Improve – Take Control Now

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +0100

Do you find yourself thinking "it will be better tomorrow", or believing things will improve in a few months' time “when x happens”?

In this quick dip episode, Rachel reveals how waiting for outside events to occur leads to more problems – because even when tomorrow comes, we’re still the same person facing the same challenges as we were yesterday.

This mindset can lead us to looking for partial solutions which ultimately keep us from solving our bigger problems. But by focusing on our zone of power, we can reclaim agency over the things we can change, instead of waiting on events we can’t control.

If we don’t try and take control, we can end up in a continued cycle of waiting for tomorrow to come. This leads to more stress, burnout, and exhaustion becoming the norm. But when we’re in our zone of power, we’ll find it much easier to deal with what today and tomorrow has in store.

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Challenge your "it’ll be better tomorrow" mindset
Learn practical strategies for creating urgency and focusing on your zone of power
Know when to wait and see, and when to take action

Episode highlights

[00:02:18] Making it better now
[00:03:13] Going down the vortext of busiyness
[00:04:20] Urgency to change
[00:05:59] What is the burning platform?
[00:07:26] Be in your zone of power
[00:08:25] If I could wave a magic wand
[00:09:36] Ignore things for a period
[00:10:38] Watchful waiting
[00:12:01] Take action

Resources

THRIVE Weekly Planner
More episodes of You Are Not a Frog:
What Happens When We’re Really Listened to – Episode 180, with Tom Dillon
How to Use Power Language to Keep Your Boundaries Strong – Episode 179

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Is it You - or is it Menopause?

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +0100

One way or another, menopause affects everyone at some point. If you’re not experiencing symptoms yourself, you almost certainly know or work with someone who is. That’s why understanding its effects and being able to offer support and compassion is so important.

Women going through menopause can experience a wide range of physical, psychological, and hormonal symptoms. These symptoms often go unnoticed or ignored, which can impact confidence and increase anxiety. Lack of confidence or temporary difficulty in making decisions can lead to organisations losing talented, experienced women who thought they were experiencing cognitive decline. By perpetuating the stigma and embarrassment around menopause, we prevent women from seeking help and support.

But there are resources and solutions available to help women manage their symptoms and continue to thrive at work - and Dr Claire Kaye joins us this week to talk through what we can all do.

It starts with becoming more aware of the symptoms of menopause and recognising when they’re affecting us or our colleagues.

If you’re looking for support with menopause, lifestyle changes like sleep hygiene, exercise, and nutrition can help. There are also medications available, but coaching can have a huge impact.

We can educate ourselves and others about the symptoms and resources available, and seek out support from in-house Menopause Ambassadors, as well as support groups. If you’re experiencing menopause or perimenopause, coaching and medical support is available.

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Understand more about the physical and mental symptoms of menopause, and how they can affect people's work and personal lives.
Learn about the importance of awareness, education, and support for people going through menopause, especially in the workplace.
Discover resources and strategies for managing menopause symptoms, including lifestyle changes, medication, coaching, and group support.

Episode highlights

[00:03:14] What is the menopause
[00:12:18] What can women do to help themselves?
[00:18:35] Caring for yourself
[00:30:12] Is it a midlife crisis?
[00:32:14] What we tell kids about the menopause
[00:33:49] Invisibility
[00:37:19] Claire's tips
[00:45:46] Rachel's tips

About the guest

LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | Website

Resources

Balance: free menopause and perimenopause symptom tracker app
THRIVE Weekly Planner
More episodes of You Are Not a Frog:
Episode 117: The Surprising Power of Self Coaching (and How to Do it Well)
Episode 124: How to Change When Change is Scary
Episode 107: Defining Your Own Success in Life
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Why You Don’t Need to Earn Your Rest

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0100

So many of us are caught up in a vortex of busyness. We end up working harder and harder without doing anything that re-energises us, all because we feel like we have no other choice.

As healthcare professionals, we feel like rest is a reward for good behaviour, but it's a basic human need, and a professional responsibility. Why? Because rest makes us better at our job, and – frankly – we deserve it.

In this quick dip episode, Rachel explores ways we can give ourselves permission to rest and remind ourselves that it's not something we need to earn. When we give ourselves that space, our wellbeing and productivity will improve.

Nobody else is going to give us the time or permission, so we need to do this for ourselves. It will inevitably come with some guilt, but we can acknowledge that, then put our own wellbeing first and make it a professional priority.

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Learn about rest and how it affects our brains
Understand the different zones that we operate from, and how they impact our performance
Get tips on how to prioritise rest and make time for it in your daily life

Episode highlights

[00:02:22] What happens when we rest
[00:04:34] Threat zone, drive zone, and rest zone
[00:06:04] If we fail to rest
[00:07:18] Why we find it so hard to rest
[00:08:30] Giving ourselves permission
[00:11:23] Summary

Resources

THRIVE Weekly Planner
Rachel’s previous Facebook Lives:
What puts you into the corner?
What to do if you get ambushed in a meeting
More episodes of You Are Not a Frog:
Why We Become Terrible in a Crisis – Episode 167

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Are Your Tiny Traumas Building Up to Burnout?

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0100

For people in caring professions, trauma can be something we experience on a regular basis. an event doesn’t have to be earth-shattering to be traumatic, and if we let those “little T” traumas build up over time without addressing them, we can find ourselves in a constant sate of fight, flight, or freeze.

When stress and trauma accumulate over time, we can minimise what triggers us and downplay our experience. Each time we do, we deplete our battery, pushing it from the green zone of calm and energy, to the amber zone of fight-or-flight, and if we’re not careful, into the red zone where accessing empathy and compassion – and even good decision-making – is much harder. This is often when burnout appears to come “out of nowhere”.

But there are ways we can disrupt the burnout pattern, and tap into our nervous system to help us in those moments when we’re triggered.

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Understand the impact of “little T” traumas on our nervous system and how they can accumulate over time
Learn about the importance of recognising and prioritising self-care
Hear practical tips on how to recharge and avoid burnout

Episode highlights

[00:03:49] Big T and little T traumas
[00:06:35] Impact on the nervous system
[00:08:51] Normalising stress and overworking
[00:09:58] Giving ourselves space
[00:11:04] How housekeeping can help with our stress response
[00:14:27] Saying no to avoid burnout
[00:15:20] Functional levels of IQ
[00:17:15] Where is your battery level?
[00:20:34] Burnout and trauma
[00:25:05] Defining boundaries
[00:28:33] Emails
[00:30:33] Minimising trauma
[00:32:46] Self-help strategies
[00:38:08] The red zone
[00:42:11] Finding safety
[00:43:39] Claire's top tips

About the guest

Dr Claire Plumbly is a clinical psychologist specialising in trauma, anxiety and burnout. Alongside her online therapy practice she creates engaging short-form videos on improving your mental health. She regularly runs online workshops for overcoming stress, procrastination and unhealthy boundaries.

Resources

The Inner Consultation: How to Develop an Effective and Intuitive Consulting Style, by Roger Neighbor
Can't Even: How Millennials Became the Burnout Generation, by Anne Helen Petersen
Burnout: Solve Your Stress Cycle, by Emily and Amelia Nagoski
Huberman Lab
Episode 172: How to Survive a Toxic System – on Both Sides of the Pond
Episode 130: How to Say F**k it and Become Ridiculously Relaxed
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Get Some Air Cover to Help You Set Boundaries

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0100

We’re not just service providers – we’re carers and helpers. This can make it hard to set boundaries and prioritise our workload. What we need is air cover.

By working together with your colleagues, you can create agreements about what to say yes and no to, and hold each-other accountable.

And you can also seek out peers outside of work, so you can share your dilemmas and feel less alone. If we keep silently struggling with saying no or setting boundaries, we can start feeling burnout, which can affect our judgement.

In this quick dip, Rachel explains how we can get some protection at work, and ask our peers outside of work for support.

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Understand the concept of air cover and how it can help with setting boundaries and prioritising workload
Learn about how shared accountability and informal networks can help give us air cover
Get actionable steps for finding and using air cover to make saying no easier

Episode highlights

[00:02:16] We're trying to solve the wrong problem
[00:03:49] What happens when we want to say "no"
[00:06:36] Legal air cover
[00:06:58] Finding air cover in accountability
[00:09:03] Air cover from informal networks
[00:12:12] How air cover helps to cope with fear
[00:12:44] Air cover against complaints
[00:14:41] Action points

Resources

More episodes of You Are Not a Frog:
Episode 161: The Problem with Boundaries
Episode 125: How to Say No and Deal with Pushback
THRIVE Weekly Planner
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What Happens When We’re Really Listened to

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0100

Do you ever feel like you're just not being heard? Or like you’re under pressure and no one understands how much you’re juggling? Especially in high-stress careers, few of us have the chance to truly be listened to – and coaching can help with that.

Coaching isn’t therapy or listening to someone else’s advice. It's about exploring solutions yourself, with guidance. Coaching gives you permission to take a tricky situation and ask "If this were different, what would I notice?".

Coaching allows you to “think to the end of your thoughts”, with someone who listens and asks really effective questions.

Better still, by adopting a coaching mindset, you can help your teams solve problems using the skills and knowledge they already have.

If you’ve felt burnt out, ignored or resentful, help is at hand. This week, transformational coach, trainer, and author Tom Dillon joins Rachel to explore how different coaching approaches can help you reclaim your agency, think more clearly, and act positively.

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Learn about the benefits of coaching, including how it can transform your life and provide a space for thinking and exploration
Understand how coaching differs from therapy and mentoring, and why coaching is a valuable tool for healthcare professionals
Discover different coaching approaches, like the person-centred and solution-focused approaches, and how they can be used to help you generate options and make your own decisions

Episode highlights

[00:02:46] What haas coaching ever done for us?
[00:05:30] Coaching vs therapy
[00:07:12] The power of being listened to
[00:10:51] Hearing back what you've just said
[00:12:43] The person-centred approach to coaching
[00:14:29] Are doctors good listeners?
[00:16:27] The solution-focused approach to coaching
[00:23:57] When negative beliefs prevent us from imagining solutions
[00:29:42] Cognitive behavioural approach
[00:31:50] Somatic approach to coaching
[00:34:09] Neuroscience approach
[00:39:48] Gestalt coaching approach
[00:45:17] Coaching "the uncoachable"
[00:48:25] Taking a coaching approach
[00:53:00] Work with Tom
[00:53:21] Your Coaching Journey

Resources

Your Coaching Journey – Use the code FROGSPAWN for a 20% discount on Tom’s course
Connect with Tom via LinkedIn
Free coaching provided by the NHS
Episode 163 – Why Can’t I Say No
Episode 67 – Bringing Your Best Self to Work, with Dr Sarah Goulding
Episode 63 – How to Survive Even When Times are Tough, with Dr Caroline Walker
Dr Jill Bolte Taylor – The 90 second life cycle of an emotion
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How to Use Power Language to Keep Your Boundaries Strong

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0100

Have you ever had to do something you didn't want to do? Maybe it was a task at work, a favour for a friend, or a chore at home. It can be frustrating and draining when it seems we have no say in our actions. It can make us feel powerless and stressed out. And that's not good for our work quality or our well-being.

But is that true? Do we really have no choice at all?

In this Quick Dip, we share how to use power language to set boundaries and take back control of your life. Keeping your work and life balance in check can be hard when you feel like your freedom is taken away. You will learn seven simple words to help you regain autonomy.

Learn how to set boundaries through your language. If you want to know how to regain control of situations that drain you out, this episode is for you.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Find out what it means to give over connecting.
Discover the importance of autonomy in motivation.
Learn the seven words that will help you take back autonomy.

Episode Highlights

[00:37] Connecting with People Who Drain You
[03:05] Taking Back Autonomy
[04:55] The End Goal
[05:24] Even If
[07:42] Causing Inconvenience
[08:30] Power Language

Resources

Drive by Daniel H Pink
More episodes of You Are Not a Frog:
Episode 74: Managing Your Time in a System Which Sucks with Dr Ed Pooley
Episode 153: Think Differently About Your To-Do List
Episode 161: The Problem with Boundaries
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How to Thrive in a High-Stress Job When You’re Neurodivergent

Tue, 25 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0100

In the words of today’s podcast guest, “Everyone can benefit from neurodiversity”. But how much do you understand about the way it impacts you and your colleagues?

Neurodiversity can be a real strength in high-stress roles like medicine. Different ways of thinking can allow us to cope with high pressure situations, handle complex information, and perform brilliantly in ways that others couldn’t.

But it also offers us challenges, both when it comes to managing our own needs but also in supporting those around us. A great example is “masking”, where people try to hide elements of themselves in order to “fit in” with those around them. It takes a huge amount of energy, and can take a significant toll on our mental and physical wellbeing.

You might have a diagnosis of something like ADHD, ASD, or dyslexia, or know a colleague or family member who does. But even if you don’t, all of us benefit from understanding more about different ways of thinking and seeing the world, and knowing how to support each other better using our unique strengths and talents.

In this conversation, we hear from neurodivergence coach and facilitator Matthew Bellringer who unpacks the terminology in a brilliantly clear way. He shares how you can make the most of the advantages of neurodivergence in you and your team, as well as dealing more effectively with the challenges it brings so we can support each other better.

Listen to the episode if you want to

Understand the terminology of neurodiversity and how it can benefit individuals, society, and organisations
Learn about the unique strengths and challenges that come with neurodivergence, and how to capitalise on those strengths while mitigating the costs
Discover how masking and camouflaging can take a toll on the mental and physical wellbeing of neurodivergent individuals, and how to work towards expressing oneself and one's experiences

Episode highlights

[00:03:25] Neurodiversity and neurodivergence
[00:06:59] Twice-exceptional people
[00:10:55] Neurodivergence and empathy
[00:12:32] Superpowers vs mutant powers
[00:15:51] Hyperempathy
[00:18:42] Masking
[00:21:13] Themes that show up for neurodivergent people
[00:27:20] Neurodivergence, health, and lifestyle
[00:30:07] Addiction and compulsion
[00:33:00] Helpful coping mechanisms
[00:35:10] When your zone of genius is outside of your role
[00:38:00] How neurotypical people can help the neurodivergent
[00:41:23] Get curious about your needs
[00:42:32] Neurodivergence and leadership
[00:43:22] Advocating for yourself
[00:44:27] Seeking diagnosis and support

About the guest

Matthew Bellringer helps people with neurodivergent traits to develop their strengths and deal more effectively with the costs. In his work, he frequently encounters frustration and anxiety as common experiences for neurodivergent people in high-stress jobs.

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Why You Should Expect Pushback and What To Do About It

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 08:00:00 +0100

It's a fact of life that we can't please everyone. That's why one of the hardest things to do is say no and try to keep everyone happy with our decisions. Even if it's against our will, we try to give a piece of ourselves to everyone. The thing is, that takes a toll on us until resentment builds up in our hearts. So, how do you expect pushback while staying firm with your decisions?

In this Quick Dip, we explore the topic of pushback, how it affects our emotions, and why we should expect it. We lay down tips on removing guilt from receiving pushback and handling other people's reactions. It's one thing to expect pushback but another to deal with it. The first step is to accept the fact that there's somebody that will always oppose your views and decisions.

Stand your ground firmly but compassionately. If you want to know how to expect and deal with pushback, this episode is for you.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Learn the power of expecting pushback.
Find out how resentment builds up and its consequences.
Discover the best ways to deal with pushback.

Episode Highlights

[00:29] On Pushback

[02:26] Expecting Pushback

[03:39] How Resentment Builds Up

[04:35] Expecting Feedback

[05:07] How to Deal with Pushback

[07:34] Hunting for the Grain of Truth

[10:32] Setting Boundaries and Expecting Pushback

Resources

Think Again by Adam Grant

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Embrace Your Capacity, Not Your Limits

Tue, 11 Jul 2023 08:00:00 +0100

High-stress and high-performance professions like healthcare often push people beyond their limits. When this happens, stress and burnout are often the unfortunate consequences.

In this episode, Dr Sarah Coope joins us to discuss how to avoid burnout by embracing your capacity. She delves into finding your optimal stretching point for each of your limited resources. Sarah also examines the nature of our fear of saying no. And we explore the consequences and benefits of managing and maintaining your capacity.

If you find yourself stretched too thin, then this episode is for you.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Understand your limits and capacity.
Discover how to shift your mindset and avoid burnout.
Learn how to embrace your guilt.

Episode Highlights

[10:30] Shifting Your Mindset to Embrace Your Capacity

[19:30] Saying No to Avoid Overstretching Yourself

[28:30] Identify Your Optimal Stretching Point

[38:30] Managing Emotions and Language Usage

[44:20] How to Deal with the Guilt From Saying No

Resources

Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life by Nir Eyal
Connect with Sarah on LinkedIn | Twitter
Episode 99: How to Deal with Criticism When You’ve Reached Your Limit
Episode 169: How to Avoid Amygdala Hijack
Episode 171: How to Avoid Amygdala Hijack Part 2
Learn 8 ways to set boundaries without stress with our Just Say No Toolkit
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How To Influence Without Getting Frustrated

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 08:00:00 +0100

You have brilliant ideas and solutions that can make a difference in your work. But how do you get others on board with them? It can be hard to convince others when they have different views and opinions. The thing is, you can’t change someone’s mind without knowing where they are coming from and what matters to them. You have to face it with confidence, grace, patience, and, sometimes, acceptance.

In this quick dip episode, we talk about how you can influence anyone by understanding yourself and them. We then discuss the impact of focusing on your zone of power and the importance of conflict and disagreement.

Find out how to tackle any challenge with skill and insight. If you want to know how to influence others gracefully, this episode is for you.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Find out what things are inside and outside your zone of power.
Learn how not to get stressed when influencing people.
Discover why you can’t control influencing someone.

Episode Highlights

[00:28] Circle of Influence

[02:30] What You Have Control Over in Influencing

[03:09] The Zone of Power

[04:35] Focus on Action

[06:51] What is Behind Conflict?

[07:51] How to Influence People

[10:55] Focusing on Your Zone of Power

Resources

The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable by Patrick Lencioni
More episodes of You Are Not a Frog:
Episode 23: How to do conflict well with Jane Gunn
Episode 122: How to be Happy at Work with Sarah Metcalfe
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What to Do When You Can Never Do Enough as a Working Mum with Corrina Gordon-Barnes

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 08:00:00 +0100

On this episode of You Are Not a Frog, our guest, Corrina Gordon-Barnes, joins us to discuss the challenges working mothers face in traditional family units. The conversation sheds light on the value of self-compassion, learning to navigate negative emotions, and striking a balance between work and family life. This episode is for everyone involved in parenting, not just mothers. It’s not just women who experience mum guilt!

For a new perspective on mum guilt and actionable advice for a healthy balance between career and family life, don't miss out on this invaluable conversation with our guest, Karina Gordon.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Recognise and navigate feelings of shame and mum guilt in your parenting journey.
Discover the role of self-compassion and reparenting in achieving a balanced life.
Understand the impact of societal norms and social media on our emotional state as parents.

Episode Highlights

[03:39] The Challenges of Motherhood and Mum Guilt

[07:50] The Impact of Perfectionism and Shame in Parenting

[12:06] Challenges and Mum Guilt in Parenting

[21:08] Understanding Shame and Overcoming Negative Emotions

[29:57] Challenges and Strategies for Working Moms

[40:56] Coping with Guilt and Shame in the Work-Life Balance Struggle

[48:16] Top Tips for Overcoming Mum Guilt and Shame

Resources

Solve for Happy by Mo Gawdat
Connect with Corrina: Website | Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn
Want to learn more from Corrina? Listen to these previous You’re Not a Frog Podcast episodes:
Episode 121: How to Be a Happy Working Parent
Episode 104: How to Cope with Nightmare Relatives and Colleagues Without Losing the Plot
Episode 89: Should I Stay or Should I Go?
Episode 32: How to Take Control of Your Thoughts
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Do I Disappoint Myself Or Others?

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 08:00:00 +0100

Disappointing ourselves and others is an awful feeling highlighted by guilt and shame. It can often lead us to act out regretfully as we attempt to mask it. Out of fear of its consequences, we resort to tiptoeing around others. This is most common in the medical field, where people tend to prioritise the needs of other people before their own. It could be why you may have difficulties saying no to people.

In this quick dip episode, I will dive into how you can deal with disappointment. Learn to understand your needs and take action. Understand it's okay if you can't do everything or please everyone.

If you’re a doctor struggling with stress because you are afraid to disappoint yourself and others, this episode is for you.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Discover the source of your disappointment.
Learn how to overcome your fears by saying no.
Explore the benefits of prioritizing your needs above others.

Episode Highlights

[00:00] The Fear of Disappointing Others

[02:08] Sources of Disappointment

[7:14] Consequences of Self-Disappointment

[11:01] Prioritize Yourself and Your Needs

Resources:

Learn 8 ways to set boundaries without stress with our Just Say No Toolkit
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How to Survive a Toxic System - on Both Sides of the Pond

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 08:00:00 +0100

Does it feel like you're in a toxic work environment and can't get out? Too many doctors — both in the UK and elsewhere — find themselves in a whirlwind of work. There's always more to do, and you don't want to imagine the consequences of what happens if you fail. There seems like there's no way out, but the truth is, you always have a choice.

In this episode of You Are Not a Frog, Dr Dike Drummond and I dive into a topic that affects many industries but is particularly prevalent in healthcare — surviving and thriving in a toxic work environment without burning out.

If you’re a doctor stuck in the whirlwind of your toxic work environment, this episode is for you.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Learn what you can change in a toxic work environment.
Discover ways to improve how your career serves you.
Find out how doctors can care for themselves and why that helps them do their job better.

Episode Highlights

[00:00] Doctors as Coal Mine Canaries

[13:41] How Profit Creates a Toxic Work Environment

[23:34] How Doctor Training Creates a Toxic Work Environment

[30:49] You Always Have a Choice

[40:02] Change or Leave Your Toxic Work Environment

[52:13] Bureaucracies Always Add More Work

[54:48] Drummond and Morris’ Three Top Tips

Resources

Sign up for our free webinar on June 20th Free Masterclass For Leaders In Healthcare with Dr Rachel Morris
Download our free ‘Just Say No’ toolkit!
Visit The Happy MD
Listen to the Physicians on Purpose Podcast
Get Dike’s books
Reach out to Rachel at hello@youarenotafrog.com
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How to Avoid Amygdala Hijack Part 2

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 08:00:00 +0100

Life can seem full of threats and stresses we face daily. As high-stress professionals, these types of situations are a part of daily life. All of this can place a great mental load on our brains and trigger our amygdala to not always respond in the best way.

That's why it's important to learn how we can reduce these threats and manage our stress. The question now is how can we do this?

Picking up where we left off, this quick dip episode dives into the last four factors of the SCARF Model. We learn more about tips and techniques that can help minimise threats and improves our response. Reward yourself and develop habits that can help you feel certain, in control, and supported even amidst all the stress.

Learn how to better manage your stress and respond to difficult situations. Avoid an amygdala hijack when you listen to this episode!

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Find out what 'C,' 'A,' 'R' and 'F' stands for in the SCARF Model.
Discover how being friends with everyone can lead to less stress and a better work life.
Listen and learn how you can apply the SCARF Model in your work and personal life.

Episode Highlights

[00:44] What ‘C’ Stands For in SCARF

[03:20] The ‘A’ in SCARF Model

[04:34] The Power You Hold

[06:26] The ‘R’ Stands For…

[07:31] Everyone is a Friend

[09:41] The ‘F’ in SCARF

[10:55] Applying the SCARF Model

[12:35] Avoiding Amygdala Hijack With Help

Resources

You Are Not A Frog Episode 169: How to Avoid Amygdala Hijack Part 1
Learn about the SCARF Model by David Rock
Learn more about your Zone of Power
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How to Feel Happy, Calm, and Connected

Tue, 30 May 2023 08:00:00 +0100

Our conditioning has trained us to rely on the egocentric left brain. We often overthink things, even when we have no control over them. But what if we didn't have to accept that this is simply how our brains work?

This week, Dr Giles P Croft joins us to discuss his experience of having a TIA that caused his left brain to stop functioning properly. Giles shares what it’s like to access his right brain freely without any worry in mind. We discuss how our thinking left brain often gets in the way of us staying in the present moment. We also lay down simple ways to get reacquainted with our right brain.

Don’t miss this episode and gain wisdom on how to be happy, calm, and connected.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Learn how the left brain has evolved to dominate our thinking.
Discover how the left and right brain consciousness works.
Find out simple steps to get more connected with your right brain.

Episode Highlights

[03:44] Giles’s Background and Experiencing a TIA

[10:17] How He Was Feeling the Entire Time

[12:16] We Allow the Left Brain to Dominate

[16:00] The Divided Brain

[19:34] The Power of Now

[23:38] Become Aware of Our Thoughts

[30:17] How the Right and Left Brain Works

[32:34] Tips on How to Get from the Left to the Right Brain

[39:21] Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff

[44:10] Facing Stress and Challenges

[50:57] Giles’ Top Three Tips

Resources

Connect with Giles: Website | Facebook | LinkedIn | YouTube | Twitter
Wellbeing Wednesdays: Website | Apple Podcasts
Two Brain Facts
Jill Bolte Taylor: My stroke of insight
The Divided Brain
Whole Brain Living by Jill Bolte Taylor
The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle
Don't Sweat the Small Stuff . . . and It's All Small Stuff by Richard Carlson
The Power of Regret by Daniel H. Pink
More episodes of You Are Not a Frog:
Ep46: Default to happy
Ep105: The Simplest Way To Beat Stress and Work Happier
Epi130: How to Say F**k It and Become Ridiculously Relaxed (even about stuff that REALLY matters)
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How to Avoid Amygdala Hijack Part 1

Tue, 23 May 2023 08:00:00 +0100

Criticism and feedback are fundamental to growing as an individual and professional. However, often, our brain perceives such conflicts as a threat. The amygdala acts upon this and kicks in our survival instincts. As a result, we check out and shut down to protect ourselves.

How do we avoid acting from this place of fear and focus on working toward developing ourselves?

In this quick dip episode, we uncover the overarching principle of the amygdala. We discuss how to avoid an amygdala hijack and how not to operate from our threat zone. We have a choice around how we perceive and respond to triggers. We introduce the first principle of the SCARF Model and how to get over it.

Learn how to minimise threats for yourself and others. If you want to know how to avoid an amygdala hijack, this episode is for you.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Learn why avoiding amygdala hijack increases performance and happiness.
Discover the idea of Civility Saves Lives.
Discover the 'S' in the SCARF model.

Episode Highlights

[00:28] Avoiding Amygdala Hijack

[02:55] Civility Saves Lives

[04:16] You Have a Choice

[07:37] The ‘S’ in SCARF Model

[08:38] Becoming Aware of How You Display Status

[10:05] Getting Over Status

[10:51] Being in a Higher Status

Resources

You Are Not A Frog Ep 167: Why We Become Terrible in a Crisis
Civility Saves Lives
Learn about the SCARF Model by David Rock
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How to Do Something Different in Your Career

Tue, 16 May 2023 08:00:00 +0100

This week, Jo Watkins, co-founder of The HOW People, joins us to explore entrepreneurial possibilities for doctors without leaving their day jobs. We talk about what holds us back from pursuing a business idea and how you can get started on this journey. We also discuss honing the transferable skills you already have to discover what you'd like to try.

If you want to start doing something different in your life and career, listen to our full conversation in this episode of You Are Not a Frog.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Discover your 'why' in life and business.
Understand why you learn most by failing.
Recognise and hone your transferable skills as a professional and entrepreneur.

Episode Highlights

[04:50] The Beginning of Jo’s Entrepreneurial Career

[07:56] Worrying about the Unknown in Business

[10:56] Honing the Skills Within

[14:21] What Hinders Our Transferable Skills

[17:41] Think about Your Why

[20:00] Learning by Failing

[25:21] Jo’s ‘Why’

[30:32] Putting Boundaries in Place for Your Business

[33:51] How to Manage the Reality of Running a Business

[38:33] Getting Advice from People Who Have Done It Before

[42:37] Unrecognised Transferable Skills of People in High-Stress Jobs

[47:26] Making Time for Exploration

[49:53] Jo’s Top Three Tips

Resources

Connect with Jo Watkins: Website | Instagram | Email | LinkedIn
Book a 4D Coaching and Mentoring session with Jo.
Help inspire the next generation of awesome humans with The HOW People.
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Why We Become Terrible in a Crisis

Tue, 09 May 2023 08:00:00 +0100

As a medical professional, facing high-stress situations every day might make you think you can handle anything. But the truth is, decisiveness isn't always what you want when things go wrong. Not every crisis is the same. Sometimes, the best course of action is to take a step back and come back to the crisis later.

In this quick dip episode, we uncover why we become terrible in a crisis, even as healthcare professionals. We explore how we typically react to stressful situations and their consequences. Then, we discuss strategies to ensure you've left the stress zone before you handle your crisis. It all begins with self-awareness and self-apprehension.

Before anything, it's crucial to take a pause. If you want to know how to develop good crisis management skills for yourself and others, this episode is for you.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Discover why being in our stress zone makes us terrible at dealing with crises.
Learn the best course of action when you're backed into the corner.
Find out how to make your own amygdala hijack rescue pack.

Episode Highlights

[00:29] Dealing with Crises as a Healthcare Professional

[02:42] Why We Become Terrible in a Crisis

[03:25] Four Choices When You are Backed into the Corner

[04:39] The Amygdala’s Job

[06:19] You are Responsible for Your Reaction to a Crisis

[08:23] How to Deal with Being Backed into a Corner

[10:56] Knowing What’s Urgent and What’s Not

[12:16] Get Out of Your Stress Zone

[16:44] Investigating the Stories in Your Head

[18:20] Making Your Own Amygdala Hijack Rescue Pack

Resources

Episode 157: The Power of Pressing Pause
How to Say No Toolkit
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Are You OK?

Tue, 02 May 2023 08:00:00 +0100

How often do you answer honestly when asked are you ok? Many people often say I’m’re ok even when you really aren’t. In truth, we aren’t ok. In today’s world, you’re faced with high-stress jobs, societal pressure and the uncertainty of the new normal. As we come out of the recent crisis, changed and unsure of who we are, it’s harder than ever to be ok.

You have to recognize and accept when you’re not ok. In this episode, James Spice joins us for a conversation about what it means to be a human being who isn’t really ok. He asks the real questions that can help us become more aware of who we are and how we really feel. With his simple tools and strategies, you can learn to cope with not being ok and find out who you are after you’ve drastically changed from before.

If you’re ready to accept that you’re not ok, you can learn what to do next when you tune in to this episode of Your Are Not a Frog

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Understand the impact of the recent crisis you and the world have gone through.
Discover the new you in the new normal with the help of some great guide questions.
Find out the next steps to take towards being ok.

Episode Highlights

[02:51] How the World Makes It Difficult to Be Ok

[07:25] Who Are You In the New Normal?

[13:37] It’s True, People Aren’t Ok.

[16:16] The Rule of Thirds

[20:31] Deciding What To Do To Be Ok

[26:13] Recognising Your Values and Emotions

[31:55] Shifting Into The New Normal

[37:22] Living With Intention

[40:47] How The Past Crisis Changed People

[46:09] Taking the Steps To Be Ok

[52:09] James’ Three Top Tips

Resources

Men Are from Mars; Women Are from Venus by John Gray
Myer-Briggs Type Indicator
Insights Discovery
Connect with James Spice: LinkedIn | Website | Email
Reach out to Rachel at hello@youarenotafrog.com
Shapes Toolkit Training
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What’s Your Flight Plan?

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 08:00:00 +0100

Do you ever feel like someone else is running your life? Do you find yourself just following a set of instructions in everything you do? Without realising it, we often permit other people to control our lives. It's like living a life we don't enjoy on autopilot without questioning it The thing is, it's not too late to design your own flight plan. You have the power to take control and lead the life you want to live.

In this quick dip episode, we highlight the importance of designing our own flight plan. We explain why working happier with your best interest in mind is the true key to success. You only have one life, and it is fully yours. Don’t let others take control of your happiness and success. Follow what it is that your heart truly wants.

If you want to design your flight plan and start taking control of your life, stay tuned to this episode.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Uncover why working harder doesn’t lead to happiness.
Know what it’s like to take control of your time and your work.
Learn how to design your flight plan.

Episode Highlights

[00:28] Your Flight Plan

[02:45] How Do You Want to Live?

[04:03] Happiness Leads to Success

[05:33] How to Become Happy in Your Journey

[08:28] Take Control of Your Life, Work and Time

[10:55] Getting Close to Your Ideal Life

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How to Stay Calm through Complaints (Even When It’s Personal)

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 08:00:00 +0100

Can you keep cool when you receive a complaint about your work?

Complaints are part and parcel of every profession. No matter how common they may be and how hard you work to avoid them, the anxiety that you’ll get one is always there. It’s even more nerve-wracking if you work in healthcare. Often, complaints come with threats of referral to a professional regulator. All of a sudden, your career might be on the line.

This week, Dr Annalene Weston of Dental Protection Australia joins us to discuss how to stop taking complaints personally. We talk about the thought process that comes with patient complaints and discuss strategies on how to depersonalise and best deal with them.

If you want to know the mindset shift that will change how you deal with complaints., listen to our full conversation in this episode of You Are Not a Frog.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Learn the root of practitioners’ fear of receiving a complaint.
Find out how you can shift your mindset around getting complaints.
Discover the value of support when dealing with complaints inside and outside your control.

Episode Highlights

[04:41] Getting More Complaints in Healthcare

[10:19] Getting Affected by Complaints Even When You’re Not at Fault

[13:39] Fear of Complaint

[18:42] Mindset Shift around Getting a Complaint

[25:15] Understanding It from the Patient’s Point of View

[34:21] Being Right vs Being Good in a Relationship

[38:49] Dealing with Things Outside Your Control

[43:20] Getting Struck Off

[45:36] What Helps When Dealing with Complaints

[53:42] How to Depersonalise Complaints

[57:57] Annalene’s Top Three Tips in Dealing with Complaints

[1:01:04] Forgive Yourself

Resources

Dental Protection Australia
Connect with Dr Annalene Weston: LinkedIn | Twitter
Episode 78: Complaints and How to Survive Them Ep1: Preparing to Fail Well with Drs Sarah Coope, Annalene Weston and Sheila Bloomer
Episode 80: Complaints and How to Survive Them Ep2: What to Do When You Make a Mistake with Drs Clare Devlin and Dr John Powell
Episode 82: Complaints and How to Survive Them Ep3: Surviving the Process with Drs Jessica Harland, Caroline Walker, and Heidi Mounsey
Frederik Imbo: How not to take things personally | TED Talk
Getting to Yes by Roger Fisher and William Ury
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Why Can’t I Say No

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 08:00:00 +0100

Too often, we say yes to every request and every demand, even when it's not what we want. It's not about people-pleasing. It's about your values. But ask yourself, is it worth it? Is sacrificing your peace and well-being a worthy cost of validating your internal dialogue?

In a world that applauds the grind, learning to say no will keep you grounded. Setting boundaries helps you care for yourself. When you care for yourself, you can look after others to the best of your ability.

In this quick dip episode, we uncover the root of the problem of our struggle with saying no. We flesh out the people-pleasing tendencies and internal shame around setting boundaries. Your value does not equate to how hard you work and how much you give yourself to other people. Set yourself free from the internal stories and scripts you’re telling yourself. Once you do, you can get clear on what truly matters.

If you want to know how to start saying yes to yourself, stay tuned to this episode.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Uncover the two myths about people pleasing.
Discover the heart of why we struggle to set boundaries and say no
Learn strategies that will help you start saying no without guilt and shame.

Episode Highlights

[00:00] On People Pleasing

[00:58] Why We Struggle to Say No

[04:31] Feeling Shame in Setting Boundaries

[07:05] How to Start Saying No

[10:55] Your Value

Resources

Episode 152: How Perfectionism and Shame Lead to Stress and Burnout
Enneagram Personality Test
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How to Stop Making Decisions Based on Fear

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 08:00:00 +0100

How do you make decisions? Is it from a deep place of knowing and intuition? Or is it merely out of fear?

Making big decisions (or even small ones) can understandably be stressful and anxiety-inducing. But being stuck in fear-based thinking is a prescription for misery - and for living a life doing stuff you don’t actually want to do.

This week, Henri Stevenson, Executive Coach and Shapes trainer, joins us to discuss how to stop making decisions based on fear and anxiety. We break down how many of us fall into this pattern and then share simple strategies to get our egos out of the way and base our thinking on freedom and love.

If you want to stop making decisions based on fear and live in alignment with what you REALLY want, listen to our full conversation in this episode of You Are Not a Frog.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Discover how to tell the difference between decisions made from intuition versus fear.
Learn how to stop making decisions purely through fear of complaints or criticisms.
Find out why being self-indulgent is anything ‘but’.

Episode Highlights

[05:41] Henri’s Journey to Finding a Different Operating System

[10:40] What Ego Is

[14:18] Why We Pay More Attention to Fear-Based Thoughts

[19:11] Investing in Your Self-Growth

[25:05] The Bottom Line of Self-Indulgence

[36:52] How to Decide From a Better Mental Place

[38:18] How to Get Over a Fear Hump

[39:44] Techniques to Overcome Fear

[43:33] What to Do When You’re Completely Overwhelmed

[48:33] Practising Self-Compassion

[49:53] Henri’s Top Three Tips

Resources

Connect with Henri Stevenson: Website | LinkedIn
Episode 126: Using Nature to Answer Your Big Questions With Henri Stevenson
My Stroke of Insight by Jill Bolte Taylor, PhD
Download our free ‘Just Say No’ toolkit
Find out more about how you can come to our 2023 Off Air Off Grid Retreat!
Sign up for Henri's one-day Nourish Retreat happening in PAUS. Cambridgeshire on the 29th of June 2023!
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The Problem with Boundaries

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 08:00:00 +0100

We need boundaries. In fact, you might have already set some of your own. But ask yourself: how often do you let those boundaries crumble?

It’s not unusual for professionals in high-stakes industries to give in to other people’s demands, even if it means losing the boundaries they set. That’s not healthy — so why do we do it?

In this Quick Dip, we explore the challenges doctors and other professionals face when trying to enforce their boundaries. The problem isn’t in knowing when to say no or what boundaries to put up. We delve into various real-life scenarios and discuss how power language can help reinforce boundaries effectively.

Stay tuned to this episode if you want to know the problem with boundaries and how to overcome it.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Understand the importance of power language.
Learn how to embrace consequences and regain control.
Discover how the amygdala can undermine your boundaries.

Episode Highlights

[00:28] Boundaries for High-Stress Professionals

[02:42] The Consequences of Boundaries

[03:55] Embracing Consequences and Regaining Control

[05:49] The Amygdala and its Role in Boundary Setting

[08:46] Problems that Crumbling Boundaries Cause

[09:15] Boundaries are Set for Good Reasons

[10:19] Being in Control

[11:28] Know Why You’re Setting the Boundary

[12:27] Power Language

[14:12] Bearing the Consequences

[16:17] Boundaries Have a Reason

Resources

Just Say No Toolkit
We Can Do Hard Things Podcast with Glennon Doyle
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How to Avoid Burnout on Repeat

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 08:00:00 +0100

No one wants to burn out. When you experience burnout, you might find yourself thinking much more slowly and your productivity drops. Many high-stress professionals often feel guilty and ashamed for struggling with burnout. Unfortunately, the demanding and high-stress environment these days makes burnout much more likely to happen again and again. So what can you do to avoid experiencing burnout in the future?

In this episode, Dr Claire Ashley joins us for a conversation about the very real issue of burnout. We talk about what happens in our brains during burnout. She dives into the 12 stages of burnout and how we can use to recognize when we’re starting to burn out. Find out what you can do so that you can go back to work and how you can change things so you’re healthier and less likely to burn out all over again.

If you want to avoid burnout from repeating, listen to our full conversation in this episode of You Are Not a Frog.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Find out how guilt and shame can become weapons that lead you to burn out.
Understand the twelve stages of burnout and recognize if you’re experiencing burnout these days.
Learn great tips to prevent burnout in the first place and make sure it never happens again.

Episode Highlights

[03:38] Claire’s Experience with Burnout

[05:12] Why Burnout Happens

[09:21] Guilt and Shame as Weapons Against You

[19:58] How Burnout Affects Work

[24:22] Breaking Out of the Burnout Cycle

[27:40] The Twelve Stages of Burnout

[31:29] Burnout Treatment and Prevention

[35:32] Seeking Help

[39:25] The Change You Can Control

[48:44] Top Tips From Claire and Rachel

Resources

Associations of physician burnout with career engagement and quality of patient care: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Tara Brach on Real But Not True: Freeing Ourselves from Harmful Beliefs
You Are Not a Frog Episode 112: Why We’re Ditching the Term ‘Imposter Syndrome’ with Dr Sarah Goulding
Laura Hyde Foundation
Connect with Claire: Instagram | Website | Do Yourself No Harm
Join Claire’s Facebook group, The Burnout Doctor
Check out the Faculty of Medical Leadership and Management Conference for Rachel’s panel discussion on job crafting.
Register for the free upcoming training, If I Don’t Do It, No One Will: The Ultimate Guide to Loving Your Limits for Leaders Who Do It All on March 27.
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How to Have More Impact with Less Effort

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 08:00:00 +0100

What criteria do you use when prioritising the tasks on your to-do list? Do you just put them in the order you get them? Maybe you pick the ones that seem the most urgent?

Here’s an alternative: do the ones that are the easiest first. Not everything worth doing needs to be difficult!

In this quick dip episode, we talk about the reality of our limits. In a high-stress job, getting everything done in one day is nearly impossible. And that's okay! What's important is putting your focus where you can be most effective. You may have heard of the urgent-important matrix for prioritising, but we're taking it up a notch using the impact-effort matrix. We will teach you how to define the impact you want to create and acknowledge the reality of the effort needed to make that impact.

Stay tuned to this episode if you want to know how prioritising your life might require completely different criteria from what you thought.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Learn why prioritising your tasks based on impact and effort can help you be more effective.
Discover how to direct your focus towards things that are easier to do.
Understand that you have limited time and energy. Don't waste them on things that won't make you happy or don't make much of an impact.

Episode Highlights

[00:30] Know Your Limits so You Can Focus

[03:41] What to Focus On

[05:30] Define Your Impact

[08:30] The Reality of Effort

[09:48] The Effort Impact Matrix

[10:57] #1 High Impact and High Effort Tasks

[12:41] #2 High Impact and Low Effort Tasks

[13:18] #3 & #4 Low Impact and High Effort Tasks

[14:08] Rethink Your Prioritising

Resources

Effortless: Make It Easier to Do What Matters Most by Greg McKeown
Here are a couple of You’re Not a Frog podcast episodes to check out:
Episode 106: How to Stop Worrying When There’s a Lot to Worry About with Caroline Walker
Episode 129: How to Cope with Trauma on the Frontline with Dr Caroline Walker
Episode 153: Think Differently About Your To-Do List
Episode 156: How to Change Your Life in 12 Minutes Per Week
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The Glass Slipper and Other Challenges for Women in Medicine

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 08:00:00 +0100

Professor Chloe Orkin & Dr Nuthana Bhayankaram of the Medical Women's Federation join us in this episode to discuss sexism in medicine. We share first-hand experiences and explore why it remains a glaring issue today. We then discuss some strategies for action and what we can do to improve things.

If you want to know what the glass ceiling, glass cliff, and glass slippers are and how to avoid them, listen to our entire conversation in this You Are Not a Frog episode.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

How does sexism manifest in the medical world?
Learn the barriers to progress for medical women.
Discover what we could do on an organisational and individual level to advocate for equality.

Episode Highlights

[04:01] Sexism in Society

[06:48] Medical Women's Federation

[08:18] The Growth of Representation of Women in Medicine

[10:22] Working in a Male-Dominated Hierarchy

[15:33] On Speaking Up

[17:44] Barriers to Progress for Women

[23:06] Why Women Don’t Apply

[25:38] Women’s Household and Professional Roles

[31:10] What We Could Do on an Organisational and Personal Level

[38:02] How to Deal with Blatant Sexism

[44:01] The Work the Medical Women’s Federation Does

[45:11] Chloe and Nuthana’s Top Three Tips

Resources

Medical Women’s Federation: Website | Instagram | Twitter | Facebook
The Medical Women Podcast
British HIV Association
Connect with Professor Chloe Orkin: Email | Twitter
Connect with Dr Nuthana Bhayankaram: Email | Twitter
Register for the upcoming MWF Spring Conference 2023: ‘Empowerment: Driving Change and Development in Medicine,’ which will be held virtually on March 17. This conference is open to anyone interested in equity in medicine. There will be a recorded copy, too, for those who want to catch up afterward. Registration fees: Members: £20, Non-Members: £35, and Students: £5.
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The Power of Pressing Pause

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 08:00:00 +0100

When you're dealing with a stressful situation, your first instinct might be to act immediately to solve it. Unfortunately, acting immediately often means you don't think your actions through. Acting rashly can worsen the situation, making it even more stressful. Fortunately, there's a better way to respond to stress. All you have to do is take a few seconds to press the pause button.

In this quick dip episode of You Are Not a Frog, you'll discover the power of pressing pause in the middle of a stressful time. Rachel shares some of her own difficult experiences and how pausing could've helped her react better. She talks about how our brains can respond to stress and what we can do to ground ourselves and go back to rational human thinking. Face stressful situations as the person you want to be when you use the power of pressing pause.

Discover how pausing can help you deal with stress when you take a moment to pause with us and tune into this quick dip episode.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Discover how much time you need to pause and deal with stress.
Learn how you can ground yourself back into your parasympathetic nervous system.
Find out what the four Ps are and how you can use them to make a plan to pause.

Episode Highlights

[00:36] Backed Into the Stress Zone

[05:22] Taking Seconds to Hours to Press Pause

[07:53] Getting Back Into Your Parasympathetic Nervous System

[10:11] Getting Enough Pause Time

[12:09] The Four Ps Plan

Resources

Dr Jill Bolte Taylor Ted Talk
Print or save a Pause Button to help you pause when facing stressful situations.
Use our You Are Not a Frog CPD Reflection Forms to make your pause plan

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How to Change Your Life in 12 Minutes Per Week

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 08:00:00 +0100

For high-stress professionals like us, one of the biggest obstacles to making a change in our lives or pursuing our great ideas is time. You might feel overwhelmed by the change you want to make or afraid of what other people would say. It's your choice not to let these reasons stop you from changing your life.

Robbie Swale changed his life by using 12 minutes of his week. He joins us in this conversation to discuss an amazing realisation he had: you can achieve so much by taking a little bit of your time. He discusses the challenges of nurturing your great ideas and how to overcome those obstacles. Robbie also dives into the four phases of creating something new and the importance of starting.

Don't let your great ideas go to waste. Learn how to change your life in 12 minutes when you tune in to this episode.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Find out the main excuses your mind can come up with and learn how you can overcome them.
Discover how small and steady can help you win the race and achieve great things.
You have more time than you think — enough time to start changing your life this week!

Episode Highlights

[03:15] Robbie's Journey of Great Ideas

[08:42] Doing the Same Thing, Differently

[12:13] Great Ideas VS Criticism

[17:31] The Power of the Tortoise

[25:59] Practice Makes Better Relationships

[29:30] Breaking Down Career Change

[33:41] Keep Going

[36:50] Managing Time for High-Stress Professionals

[39:21] Getting Started

[41:51] Executing Your Great Ideas: Just Start

[45:20] Robbie's Top Three Tips to Start Changing Your Life

Resources

Check out the Shapes Toolkit for training tips to help manage stress and overwhelm.
12-Minute Method Series by Robbie Swale
Book 1: How to Start When You're Stuck
Book 2: How to Keep Going When You Want to Give Up
Book 3: How to Create the Conditions For Great Work
Book 4: How to Share What You've Made
Smart Passive Income Podcast with Pat Flynn
Seth Godin
You Are Not a Frog Episode 154: How to Fix Your Broken Meetings
The Tim Ferriss Show
Eat Pray Love by Elizabeth Gilbert
Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert
Magic Lessons Podcast with Elizabeth Gilbert
The Coach's Journey Podcast with Robbie Swale
The 12-Minute Method Podcast with Robbie Swale
Robbie's writing blog
Connect with Robbie: Website | LinkedIn | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Youtube | Email

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The One Thing You Can Do For Your Well-being

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 08:00:00 +0100

As healthcare professionals, we know what we need to do for our physical and mental well-being. So why aren’t we doing it?

Often, the first thing we give up when we get busier is something that makes our lives happier. We've normalised giving up our basic needs to make room for productivity. No one bats an eye at it anymore. But is living your one shot at life like this really worth it at the end of the day?

In this quick dip episode, we talk about the one thing you can do right now for your well-being. The biggest barrier to well-being is not knowledge; it’s setting aside time to do it. It will feel uncomfortable, but we don’t have to give up the thing that makes us happy to make room for busyness. Otherwise, you’ll find yourself burned out before you realise what’s happening.

If you want to know how to start prioritising your well-being as you get busier in life, stay tuned to this episode.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Understand how not to fall into the bottom of the vortex of busyness.
Learn the five (or eight!) ways to well-being.
Start doing the one thing you need for your well-being.

Episode Highlights

[00:33] The Biggest Barrier to Health and Fitness

[02:03] Vortex of Busyness

[04:03] Stress and Burnout

[05:05] Ways to Well-Being

[06:22] The Three Types of Life

[08:19] The ONE Thing You Can Do Right Now for Your Well-Being

Resources

5 Steps to Mental Wellbeing
TED Talk: The new era of positive psychology | Martin Seligman
THRIVE Weekly Planner
Join the Permission to Thrive CPD Monthly Membership Programme for Doctors here!
Reach out to Rachel at hello@youarenotafrog.com
Sign up to get your CPD workbook for this episode.

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How to Fix Your Broken Meetings

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 08:00:00 +0100

Whether we like it or not, meetings are essential in running an organisation. But when was the last time you attended a meeting without feeling bored? Meetings are supposed to help us get work done more effectively. It's an opportunity for us to raise issues and make important decisions. But despite their importance, very few of them are done well. How, then, can we transform our meetings from bad and boring to helpful and interesting?

Dr Carrie Goucher joins us in this episode to discuss the basics of a good meeting. She also explains how to disagree with other people in meetings while maintaining good relationships. Then, we lay down simple and practical actions making meetings shorter, more productive, and better.

If you want to know how to start running engaging and effective meetings, stay tuned to this episode.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Learn how to plan meetings beyond just hygiene factors.
Discover how to engage and encourage people to speak their minds during meetings.
Find out the best way to run an effective meeting.

Episode Highlights

[04:16] How Carrie Got into Meetings

[06:07] Planning Beyond Hygiene Factors

[09:57] Carrie’s PhD in Meetings

[15:02] How to Encourage People to Speak Up

[21:42] Addressing Hierarchy

[24:58] Disagreeing without Criticising

[29:13] ‘Yes, but…’

[34:04] How to Run a Meeting

[38:53] The Four Quadrants of a Meeting Documentation

[42:17] How to Run a Meeting with Time Constraints

[45:11] How to Share Information in an Engaging Way

[48:56] Carrie’s Top Three Tips for Running Good Meetings at Work

Resources

Take an off-grid You’re Not a Frog retreat with us this coming May. Get a special discount when you book before February 10th.
Get 25% OFF of FewerFasterBolder’s Meeting Leaders E-Course!
FewerFasterBolder's Free Resources to download
For people changing meetings across a whole department or organisation - listeners can express interest for Meeting Pioneers cohort from March 2023 here
Download FewerFasterBolder’s Invitation Template and Capture Canvas here for FREE!
THRIVE Weekly Planner
Connect with Carrie: FewerFasterBolder | LinkedIn

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Think Differently About Your To-Do List

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 08:00:00 +0100

Do you constantly feel guilty about unfinished tasks at the end of the day? Do you keep finding yourself wanting to improve how you manage your time?

Your to-do list is not a fixed and immovable bucket. It’s a river of opportunities that you have a choice and control over. How would you choose what things to fish out of this river wisely?

In this quick dip episode, we discuss shifting our mindset about our to-do list from a bucket to a river. We only have a limited amount of time in the world. Instead of trying to do the impossible of managing our time, we need to start learning how to manage the opportunities we take. We have the power to choose what we take out of that river. So think differently about what you want to pull out, and choose wisely.

If you want to know how to think differently about your to-do list, stay tuned to this episode.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Understand why it’s impossible to manage time.
Learn why you should think differently about your bucket list.
Start applying the Four F’s Method in your life.

Episode Highlights

[00:29] Four Thousand Weeks

[02:37] Think Differently About Your To-Do List

[03:55] The Problem with Thinking of Your To-Do List as a Bucket

[06:21] Shifting Your Mindset About To-Do Lists

[07:26] How to Choose What to Pick Up Out of the River

[08:06] Four F’s Method

[15:31] Choosing Wisely

Resources

Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman
OLIVER BURKEMAN: 4000 weeks…it’s all we got in this lifetime, folks! From the Wild with Sarah Wilson Podcast
Books by Marshall Goldsmith
Episode 15: Eff It Living. An evidence-based way to beat stress and change your life with John C. Parkin
Episode 130: How to Say F**k It and Become Ridiculously Relaxed (Even about Stuff That REALLY Matters) with John C. Parkin
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How Perfectionism and Shame Lead to Stress and Burnout

Tue, 24 Jan 2023 08:00:00 +0100

Why is it that doctors work themselves to the point of burnout and stress and making themselves sick? In a system that seems to demand perfectionism in healthcare workers, medical professionals aim for impossibly high standards. What happens when they can't meet the standards they set for themselves?

Dr Sandy Miles joins us in this episode to explore the concept of shame and how we respond to it. She also explains why shame breeds perfectionism in healthcare workers. After explaining the concept of shame, we also share practical, actionable tips to overcome shame and have a healthier response to it.

If you want to know how shame fosters perfectionism in healthcare workers, stay tuned to this episode.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

What exactly is shame, and how does it manifest in our daily lives?
Learn common responses to shame and how to overcome it healthily.
Understand why shame causes perfectionism in healthcare workers.

Episode Highlights

[03:31] Introducing Sandy

[05:21] Defining Shame

[12:28] How Identities Are Tied to Shame

[15:39] 3 Ways People Respond to Shame

[18:07] How to Respond to Shame

[27:19] Shame and Perfectionism in Healthcare Workers

[32:17] How to Overcome Maladaptive Perfectionism

[36:49] What You Can Do Today

[44:51] Recognize What You Can Control

[47:35] Sandy’s Advice

Resources

Take an off-grid You’re Not a Frog retreat with us this coming May. Get a special discount when you book before February 10th.
Can’t make it in May? Dr Sandy recommends the Acacia Retreat in September.
You're Not a Frog Episode 92: How to Avoid Becoming the Second Victim with Dr Caraline Wright & Dr Lizzie Sweeting
This is Going to Hurt: Secret Diaries of a Junior Doctor by Adam Kay
Books and videos from Brene Brown
Shame and Medicine
Shame in Medicine: The Lost Forest, a 10-part documentary podcast produced by The Nocturnists
THRIVE Weekly Planner
Connect with Sandy: Twitter | LinkedIn | Email (sandy.miles2@nhs.net)

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Embracing Your Limits in a Limitless System

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0100

Everyone praises those who work hard — so it’s not unusual for people to think that it’s good to push your limits and do as much as you can.

But what’s the best thing to do when you’re tired and exhausted? Should you see how far you can go, or take a break?

In this short episode, we discuss embracing our limits as a choice. With so many things out of control, we need to discern when to take a rest because work will never stop for us. We also discuss how you can start to recognise warning signs. Remember, people don’t go from okay to complete burnout overnight, it’s a long process.

If you want to know how to embrace your limits and live a happier life, stay tuned to this episode.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Why do we need to embrace our limits and take a break more often?
How can we recognise our limits and take action before burnout forces us to stop?
Understand that we don’t need to feel guilt and shame about our limits.

Episode Highlights

[00:28] Learn to Embrace Your Limits

[02:27] You Always Have a Choice

[03:18] How to Recognise Our Limits and Take a Break

[07:18] The Guilt Around Rest

[09:21] Learn to Recognise Warning Signs

[12:30] How to Embrace Your Limits

Resources

Join us for a 3-day Off Air-Off Grid thinking retreat on the 2nd - 5th May 2023
Episode 88: How to Ditch the Saviour Complex and Feel More Alive with Rob Bell
THRIVE Weekly Planner
Join the Permission to Thrive CPD Monthly Membership Programme for Doctors here!
Reach out to Rachel at hello@youarenotafrog.com
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How to Get People to LOVE your Ideas

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0100

Convince change to happen.

You've got great ideas for change. It's just a matter of putting these plans into motion. However, change needs to be something where everyone works together. You can't just tell someone to do this or that. Because of this, change can be a challenge. But don't let this discourage you! With the right message and space for a conversation, you can convince the people around you to make change happen.

In this episode of You Are Not a Frog, Toby Moore joins us for a conversation about communicating ideas and convincing people to change. We dive into creating a message that connects with people. You'll find that sharing what you want, why you want it, and how you'll do it can become a call to action. Discover how you can put your great ideas into motion through conversation and a better communication strategy.

Don’t stop your ideas from changing the world! Tune in to this episode to find out more about convincing your audience.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Understand the importance of structuring your what, why, and how to create a convincing message
Find the language that helps your audience understand, believe, and connect with you.
Learn how you can have a call to conversation with your audience.

Episode Highlights

[03:15] Change for People

[06:40] Elements of a Better Communication Strategy

[11:13] Starting With Your What and Why

[16:43] Connecting Your Reasons

[19:28] Understand, Believe and Take Action

[24:19] Using Lived Experiences as a Better Communication Strategy

[27:49] The Importance of Structuring Your Message

[34:01] Overcoming Objections

[40:36] Top Three Tips to Encourage Change

Resources

Start With Why by Simon Sinek
MAKE IT: How to Work with Clarity, Confidence and Creativity by Toby Moore
Sign up now and join our free online Anti-Challenge Challenge this January!
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Join the Permission to Thrive CPD Monthly Membership Programme for Doctors here!
Reach out to Rachel at hello@youarenotafrog.com
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When Working Harder Doesn't Work

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 08:00:00 +0100

How have you been living your life so far?

Most of us have worked hard all our lives to be successful. Whilst hard work is commendable, it can start to define your life. Instead, how about we try to work happier so that we can find fulfillment in everything we do.

In this quick dip episode, Rachel talks about what to do when working harder isn’t working anymore. She explains why working harder is actually counterproductive and why it can fail us. Rachel also shares simple but powerful tips to flip your mindset and adopt a healthy work ethic. Work hard at your job, but work twice as hard in looking after yourself. That is how you can create a life worth living.

If you want to know how to work happier instead of harder, tune in to this episode!

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Discover why working hard is failing you instead of leading you to success.
Learn why you should write a ‘to be’ list instead of a ‘to do’ list
Understand the importance of embracing your limits.

Episode Highlights

[02:53] Working Hard in High-Stress Jobs

[04:15] Why Working Harder is Failing Us

[06:55] Guilt from Not Working Harder

[10:44] Focus on Working Happier, Not Working Harder

[12:16] Flipping the Mindset

[13:11] ‘To Do’ List vs ‘To Be’ List

[16:29] Recognise Your Limits

Resources

This Is Going to Hurt (TV Series 2022)
Four Thousand Weeks by Oliver Burkeman
Check out more You Are Not a Frog episodes about how to say ‘no’ and prioritise powerfully here:
Episode 54: How to work more flexibly, without the stress
Episode 105: The Simplest Way to Beat Stress and Work Happier
Episode 109: Is It Possible To Have Fun At Work?
Episode 122: How to be Happy at Work
Episode 125: How to Say No and Deal with Pushback
Episode 134: How to Tell People What They Don’t Want to Hear
Episode 135: How to Escape the Urgency Trap
Episode 141: You Choose
Episode 145: How to Know if You’re Being ‘Resilience Victim Blamed’
Join You are Not a Frog’s January Anti-Challenge!
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Best Bits of 2022: Stress and Worry

Tue, 27 Dec 2022 08:00:00 +0100

The stress and worry we felt during the pandemic didn’t disappear in 2022. As medical practitioners, having a myriad of problems and uncertainties on our plate has simply become part of the job. But after over a hundred episodes, our conversations here at You Are Not A Frog have shown that we can make choices that help us to cope with and even overcome stress, anxiety and worry.

So let’s wrap up another fantastic year by rediscovering the best bits of our podcast episodes on stress and worry. We revisit our favourite conversations on breaking the anxiety cycle, doubts and fears, and the power of ‘f**k it’.

Happy Holidays, dear listeners! Let’s end this year and start 2023 right by learning how to beat burnout and work happier.

3 reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Listen to the most talked-about YNAF episodes.
Rediscover tips and tricks for living a healthier and happier life.
Recount simple techniques for dealing with work-related burnout.

Episode Highlights

[02:01] Episode 119: Dealing with Stress and Worry

[04:10] GROW

[09:23] Breaking the Anxiety Cycle

[12:21] Episode 106: Worrying Is Not Caring

[15:30] Learn to Let Go

[18:14] Episode 105: Don’t Believe All Your Thoughts

[23:53] When Your Doubts and Fears are Valid

[28:14] The Default State

[31:59] Finding Calmness

[33:14] Episode 130: The Power of “F**k It’

[37:08] Thinking Is the Problem

[41:42] Release All Attachments

Resources

Join our January 2023 Anti-Challenge. Sign up here!
Check out the full interviews of the episodes we featured today!
Episode 119: How To Improve Your Mental Health In 10 Minutes
Episode 106: How to Stop Worrying When There’s a Lot to Worry About
Episode 105: The Simplest Way to Beat Stress and Work Happier
Episode 130: How to Say F**k It and Become Ridiculously Relaxed (Even about Stuff That REALLY Matters)
10 Minutes to Better Mental Health by Lee David and Debbie Brewin
THRIVE Weekly Planner
Shapes Toolkit
Permission to Thrive CPD Monthly Membership Programme for Doctors
Sign up to get your CPD workbook for this episode.

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Best Bits of 2022: How to Build Confidence

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 08:00:00 +0100

As trained medical professionals, we are confident about our technical skills and our ability to work harder than most professions. But are we truly confident and happy about our lives and careers? Every day is a whirlwind at our workplace, and we need to learn how to build confidence, take a step back and be compassionate to ourselves.

Every day, we can learn something new. Not just about the technical aspects of our work, but also about ourselves, our emotions, and well-being.

In this episode of ‘You Are Not a Frog’, Rachel brings you this year’s best bits of the podcast on self-confidence and creating a life you’ll never regret. We look back on people pleasing, taking criticism, imposter syndrome, and self-coaching!

Don’t miss this episode and step into 2023 with an improved mindset on confidence!

3 reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Discover how to gain confidence at work and listen to constructive criticism.
Learn how to redefine your beliefs and be more honest with yourself to find peace and happiness.
Go on a self-development journey through self-coaching.

Episode Highlights

[02:02] Episode 110: How to Stop People-Pleasing

[08:01] How to Build Confidence and Take Criticism

[10:16] Episode 112: Rethinking Imposter Syndrome

[13:46] How to Accept Growth and Imperfection

[19:51] A New Definition of Imposter Syndrome

[21:05] Episode 115: How to Find Peace and Happiness

[33:11] How to Be Honest

[35:55] Episode 117: How to Build Confidence Through Self-Coaching

[41:48] Stop Being Confused

[43:13] Episode 123: How to Live Without Regrets

Resources

Join our January 2023 anti-challenge! Every day, we're going to share a simple activity to make your life less challenging. Sign up here!
Check out the full interviews of the episodes we featured today!
Episode 110: How To Stop People Pleasing And Absorbing Other People’s Angst
Episode 112: Why We’re Ditching the Term ‘Imposter Syndrome’
Episode 115: How To Find Peace And Happiness, Even In A Life You Haven’t Chosen
Episode 117: The Surprising Power of Self Coaching (and How to Do It Well)
Episode 123: How to Live With No Regrets
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How to Deal with Xmas Disasters and Other Disappointments in Life with Corrina Gordon-Barnes

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 08:00:00 +0100

Do you look forward to Christmas holidays or other family celebrations only to be disappointed that reality is not what you had hoped it would be? Or has life not worked out as expected, and you're struggling with regrets and disappointment? How do we deal with feeling disappointed, especially with the upcoming holidays?

In this 2022 Christmas Special of You Are Not A Frog, executive coach and relationship expert Corrina Gordon-Barnes joins us to explain several approaches to dealing with life's disappointments. She builds on her years of experience as an executive coach and relationship expert to share the value of self-compassion and give simple tools we can use to turn disappointment into a learning experience.

If you’re perpetually being disappointed every holiday season, this episode might be for you!

3 reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Learn the value of self-compassion to overcome being disappointed.
Find out why bad experiences can actually be good motivators.
Get practical tips on how to handle disappointment (and other negative emotions!)

Episode Highlights

[06:02] Disappointed During Holidays

[17:43] Practising Your ‘Scripts’ and ‘Dances’

[20:59] The Power of Requests

[29:38] Handle Expectations, Prevent Being Disappointed

[35:34] Embracing Feeling Disappointed and Negative Emotions

[40:43] Finding Self-Compassion

[44:56] The Value of Regret

[51:19] Top Three Tips to Handle Being Disappointed

Resources

Find out more about our next Off Grid retreat.
Get access to webinars designed for leaders in health and social care fields to help their teams deal with stress, overwhelm and heavy workloads here.
Download our FREE 'How to retreat when you can't go on retreat recipes'
Listen to Corrina’s previous episodes:
Should I Stay or Should I Go? with Corrina Gordon-Barnes
How to Ditch the Saviour Complex and Feel More Alive with Rob Bell
The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward by Daniel Pink
Learn more about Corrina’s work on her website.
Connect with Corrina on her LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

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How to Know if You're Being 'Resilience Victim Blamed'

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 08:00:00 +0100

What is your first thought when you think of the word ‘resilience’? For many professionals and organisations, this means becoming superhuman — someone who can do anything despite the stress, heavy workload, and emotions. Not only is this perspective wrong, but it’s also impossible!

We’re all human. So why do we expect perfection?

In this episode, Rachel dives into the concept of resilience victim blaming and how you’re led to think it’s your fault when you can’t perform superhuman standards. Resilience is about choices and shifting how you respond to situations. You have a choice, even if you don’t think so now. In fact, you may even need to make tough decisions for the sake of your well-being.

If you want to know how to become more resilient and prioritise choices for your welfare, stay tuned to this episode.

3 reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Understand the true meaning of resilience.
Discover how to thrive in your workplace and take back control of your life.
Overcome learned helplessness by choosing for yourself.

Episode Highlights

[00:29] How Time Affects Well-Being

[03:39] You Can’t Wait Around for Systemic Change

[04:52] How to Thrive in the Workplace

[07:00] The Choice to Overcome Learned Helplessness

[11:06] How to Prioritise

Resources

Lost to the NHS: a mixed methods study of why GPs leave practice early in England
The Chimp Paradox by Dr Steve Peters
Check these You’re Not A Frog episodes that cover time management and prioritisation:
Episode 69: Make Time for What Matters
Episode 74: Managing your Time in a System Which Sucks
Episode 93: How to Delegate, Do It, or Drop It
Episode 115: How To Find Peace And Happiness, Even In A Life You Haven’t Chosen
Episode 123: How to Live With No Regrets
Episode 125: How to Say No and Deal with Pushback
Episode 130: How to Say F**k It and Become Ridiculously Relaxed (Even about Stuff That REALLY Matters)
Episode 138: How to Balance Life and Work
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Job Crafting for Happiness

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 08:00:00 +0100

How do you feel about your job? Do you enjoy all aspects of your work? Do you sometimes wish you could make it better? The demands in healthcare make it almost impossible to remove the constant pressure surrounding the job. What follows risks burnout. But with the right combination of resources, support, and an innovative mindset, employees can craft jobs in ways that will make them feel happier at work.

In this panel discussion episode of You Are Not a Frog, we ask Kirsten Armit, Dr Colin Lindsay, and Dr Daljit Hothi at the FMLM International Healthcare Leadership Conference 2022 to speak about how to craft jobs to suit employees better. We discuss the evidence-based actions and changes you can take to fine-tune your job. Plus, we share simple actions organisations need to do to help others do the same.

If you want to find out what job crafting means, stay tuned to this episode and learn how it can help you feel more positive about your work!

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Learn about the Job Demands-Resources Theory.
Discover how job crafting helps employees avoid burnout and feel better at work.
Find out how to craft jobs at an individual and systemic level.

Episode Highlights

[05:38] Job Demands-Resources Theory

[09:00] What Work Engagement Means

[12:35] The Impact of Investing in People's Jobs

[16:21] What is Job Crafting?

[20:56] How to Implement Job Crafting

[26:23] Job Crafting Supports Employee Well-Being and Productivity

[33:53] How Leaders Can Help their Teams with Job Crafting

[37:08] Job Crafting at a Systemic Level

[42:06] What to Do When there are Limited Resources Available

[45:01] Top Three Tips to Promote Job Crafting at Work

Resources

FMLM International Healthcare Leadership Conference 2022
Get in touch and download our brochure here.
Episode 131: What To Do If You’re Stressed AND Bored
Connect with Kirsten: LinkedIn
Connect with Dr Colin: LinkedIn
Connect with Dr Daljit: LinkedIn
Find out more about the Shapes Toolkit Programs to help you take control of your workload, feel better, and beat burnout.
Join the Permission to Thrive CPD Monthly Membership Programme for Doctors here!
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Is it ‘Normal’ Not to Cope?

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 08:00:00 +0100

We often think stress and burnout are normal. However, anyone who has experienced extreme pressure can tell you that too much stress is bad for our health and performance. Our physiological reactions to stress are normal. Despite this, we continue to blame ourselves if we cannot cope with it.

In this quick tip episode, Rachel shares how doctors and other individuals in demanding jobs see stress as ‘normal’ and how it impacts our health. When you’re burning out, stop blaming yourself and start being compassionate. If you want to know how to cope with stress and burnout in the normal and human way, stay tuned to this episode.

3 reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Discover how we get ‘normal’ wrong.
Understand how stress and burnout affect us.
Learn how to cope with stress and burnout the normal way.

Episode Highlights

[00:30] The Current State of Healthcare Professionals

[02:52] Stress and Burnout: Common But Not Normal

[07:40] How We Usually Respond to Stress and Burnout

[13:43] What Is Normal?

Resources

Physician Burnout - Who Will Save Us? by Dr Dyke Drummond
Are You Too Stressed to Be Productive? Or Not Stressed Enough? By Harvard Business Review
Downloadable Stress Curve Worksheet
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How to Stop Your Finances Controlling Your Career with Dr Tommy Perkins

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 08:00:00 +0100

Many professionals in high-stress careers can find themselves working long hours every day and not growing wealthier. No matter how much you do or how many hours you add, you find yourself trapped in a cycle of work and finances. Getting out of this trap is difficult when you don't know the financial decisions you need to make. You'll find practical steps on controlling your finances so that they don't control you: earn more and spend less.

Dr Tommy Perkins joins us for a conversation about money and career. He answers your questions about what you can do to stay financially stable. We talk about why people make unusual financial decisions and what motivates a person to spend. He also gives insightful tips and tricks to save and set aside money for your wealth and financial safety.

Find out how to make the financial decisions you need in your life without worrying about money when you tune in to this episode.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Discover the greatest influence on your financial decisions.
Find out how you can grow your wealth with Tommy’s saving tips and tricks.
Learn how you stay financially safe even when facing difficult times.

Episode Highlights

[00:45] Why We Choose To Spend

[05:22] Tommy’s Experience With Debt

[12:33] Emotional Money

[19:14] Tips and Tricks for Saving

[23:48] Financial Emergency Buffer

[28:30] Balanced Decision Making

[32:42] Spend Safely and Wisely

[36:17] Breaking Out of The Work-Money Trap

Resources

You Are Not A Frog Episode 50: Freeing Yourself From the Money Trap
Learn more about how you balance your career and financial decisions at Medics Money and get a copy of their ebook.
Medics Money Podcast on iTunes, Spotify, and Google Podcasts

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You Choose

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 08:00:00 +0100

Do you sometimes find yourself thinking that you don’t have a choice? Your circumstances and obligations seem to prevent you from taking any course of action except for one. But the thing is, we always have a choice. We choose all the time. Life is made up not of the big choices we have to make but of the little, compounding choices we make on a daily basis. So what choice will you make today? You choose.

In this You Are Not a Frog Quick Dip, Rachel delves into choice. She shares the one thing healthcare professionals get wrong about choice and why we find its concept difficult. She discusses the concept of the Zone of Power and how it can help us assess what's in and out of our control in making choices. At the end of the day, we only have one wild and precious life — it's your choice how to spend it.

If you want to know how to begin making choices with unclouded acceptance, tune in to this episode!

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Discover what it means to live a wild and precious life.
Learn how to get out of the victim mentality that we don’t have a choice.
Understand the concept of the Zone of Power.

Episode Highlights

[00:29] You Choose!

[01:36] Making Choices

[04:17] Living a Wild and Precious Life

[06:14] What Healthcare Professional Get Wrong about Choice

[07:34] Recognising Your Zone of Power

[09:02] Choice and Losses

[09:36] Embracing Serenity

[10:44] Why We Find the Concept of Choice Difficult

[12:56] Regrets of the Dying

[14:33] Zone of Power Exercise

Resources

You Choose! by Nick Sharratt and Pippa Goodhart
The Summer Day by Mary Oliver
The Choice by Edith Eger
Loss and Gain by John Henry Newman
You Are Not A Frog Episode 123: How to Live With No Regrets with Georgina Scull
Regrets of the Dying by Georgina Scull
Stay within your zone of power through the Zone of Power handout.
Join the Permission to Thrive CPD Monthly Membership Programme for Doctors here!
Reach out to Rachel at hello@youarenotafrog.com
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How to Stop Emotional Eating, Eat Better and Feel Better with Dr Matthea Rentea and Keri Williams

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 08:00:00 +0100

We're all guilty of eating our feelings from time to time. It can happen to anyone for any reason — a bad day at work, a stressful time at home, a plan falling short. We start emotional eating because eating is an inherently satisfying activity—and it must be! You feel good when you eat things you like. However, the problem arises when this is our only coping mechanism for dealing with difficult situations. Learning how to stop emotional eating can help us break or prevent unhealthy eating habits.

In this episode, Keri Williams and Dr Matthea Rentea talked about the causes of emotional hunger and how it affects our mood and hormones. They also discussed their inspiring weight loss journey and explained why diets don't always work. Finally, they imparted tried-and-true advice on how to stop emotional eating.

Don't miss out on this episode if you're looking for the most practical ways to manage binge eating and experience consistent weight loss!

3 reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Discover a critical step on how to stop emotional eating.
Find out why stress drastically increases weight gain.
Learn simple steps to eat and feel better.

Episode Highlights

[06:43] Issues with Returning to Work
[10:18] The Benefits of Being Off Work
[14:14] How to Regain Confidence
[19:17] What to Do When You’re Back to Work
[21:41] Sharing Your Situation
[26:46] Acknowledge Your Skills
[31:33] Nipping Stress and Burnout in the Bud
[35:27] How to Avoid and Prevent Burnout
[42:15] Top Tips for Going Back to Work

Resources

Sign up for our FREE webinar 'How to cope when a doctor dies by suicide'. FREE webinar for doctors
Sustainable Weight Loss: The School of Sustainable Weight Loss. You Are Not a Frog is proud to be an affiliate of the school, meaning we receive a small commission if you sign up through our link and you also get a 10% discount! We’re thrilled to be supporting Keri and Matthea in this important work.
Burnout by Emily Nagoski and Amelia Nagoski
Atomic Habits by James Clear
Connect with Keri: Website | Instagram | Linktree | Youtube
Connect with Matthea: Email | Instagram | Linktree

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If it Didn’t Hurt, There’d Be Something Wrong

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 08:00:00 +0100

Learning to manage your emotions is a crucial skill. No matter the situation, letting your emotions get the best of you doesn't typically end well. However, that doesn't mean we should shut our feelings down. Instead, it's best to identify and analyse them first, then take action.

In this quick episode of You Are Not A Frog, I discuss difficult, negative emotions and how to handle them. We tackle what these emotions are and understand why we get them. I will also give tips on discerning whether you need to act or can safely ignore them.

If you're struggling to manage overwhelming negative emotions, this episode is for you.

3 reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Understand negative emotions and why you feel them.
Know how to deal with guilt.
Learn when to act on your negative emotions and when to ignore them.

Episode Highlights

[01:46] The Price We Pay
[03:12] Pain as Warning Bells
[04:46] Not All Negative Emotions Warrant Action
[08:04] Dealing With Guilt
[09:24] Understanding Negative Emotions
[10:46] Discerning When to Act or Ignore Negative Emotions

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Resources

The Happiness Trap: How To Stop Struggling and Start Living by Russ Harris
Connect with Rachel: LinkedIn | Twitter | Email
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How to Balance Life and Work

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 08:00:00 +0100

Does having a healthy work-life balance seem so unattainable that you’ve given up trying to acheive it? Work takes up most of our time, leaving only spare time for our other commitments. Maybe you have tried doing everything at once, only to end up resentful. This may be because you’re aiming for the impossible.

Dr. Claire Kaye joins us in this episode to discuss why we should never aim for work-life balance, and why you should aim for life balance. We talk about the importance of prioritizing your needs and the things that give you joy. We also teach you practical ways to cope with burnout and create balance in all aspects of your life — career, socials, family, well-being, and hobbies.

If you want to know how to get the life balance you need (and desire), stay tuned to this episode.

3 reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Find out why achieving a perfect work-life balance will always fail.
Learn how to do a life audit to work out your priorities.
Get useful tips to cope with burnout and overwhelming situations.

Episode Highlights

[03:58] Life Balance

[07:51] Different Definitions of ‘Balance’

[11:50] Building Your Priority List

[18:36] Find What Gives You Joy

[22:05] Managing Your Energy

[23:13] Work-Life Equation

[27:45] Prioritize Yourself

[30:53] Coping With Burnout or ‘Unbalanced Life’

[34:48] Doing Reality Checks

[40:35] Helping Others ‘Get Unstuck’

[42:46] Top Tips for Life Balance

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Resources

Get access to webinars to help your team deal with workload and beat feelings of stress and overwhelm designed for leaders in health and social care here.
Listen to previous episodes with Claire:
How To Change When Change is Scary
The Surprising Power of Self Coaching (and How to Do it Well)
Defining Your Own Success in Life
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Learn more about Claire’s work on her website.
Connect with Claire on her Instagram, Facebook, and email.

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Shark Music

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 08:00:00 +0100

Rachel gives a quick tip on facing shark music in this short episode of You Are Not a Frog. She shares her experiences of anticipating the worst-case scenario. She talks about why we hear 'shark music' in the first place and shares two quick steps you can take to stop it. It's time to stop assuming the worst and enjoy your life without shark music playing in the background.

Tune in to this episode to hear Rachel’s quick tips on expecting the best and getting rid of your negative assumptions — the imaginary sharks!

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Learn where shark music can come from and what might trigger it for you.
Understand why we assume the worst in different situations.
Find out how you can beat the shark music by assuming the best.

Episode Highlights

[00:28] What It Means to Hear Shark Music

[04:35] Assumptions of Sharks

[07:42] Assuming the Best

[09:06] Triggers of Shark Music

[10:52] Stopping the Shark Music

Resources

Jaws theme song by John Williams
Jaws (1975)
Download our free Overwhelm SOS toolkit
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How to Choose Joy, Even When Life Sucks

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 08:00:00 +0100

In this episode, Angela Deutschmann joins us to talk about how to experience joy despite the challenges of the healthcare profession. Being in a high-stress job can make you mistake happiness about external things with internal joy.

Angela talks about how to reprogram your unconscious mind and find joy and satisfaction in your everyday life. She also discusses the difference between caring for and carrying out other people's suffering.

If you want to rekindle your joy within and learn how to become joyful whatever the circumstance is, then listen to this episode.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Find out the difference between happiness and joy.
Discover tools that will help you care without carrying.
Learn how to reprogramme the stories you’ve created in your unconscious mind.

Episode Highlights

[05:51] Angela’s Work around Joy

[07:56] The Difference Between Happiness and Joy

[11:27] Finding Joy in Adversity

[12:52] Caring vs Carrying

[15:03] Tools to Help You Care without Carrying

[19:18] Working on the Programming of Your Mind

[23:21] The Most Common Programmings People Have

[25:18] Coping with Reprogramming Your Defence Mechanism

[28:55] The Danger of Blame

[30:43] The Process of Reprogramming

[39:14] Creating a New Reality

[43:23] Where the Analytical Part Comes in

[49:27] How Long Reprogramming Takes

[53:27] How to Choose Joy over Suffering

Resources

Angela will be delivering a live full-day event in London on 26 November 2022 covering all these concepts on Joy – and more! Join her for a life-changing day. Click here to RSVP for the event.
Download our Overwhelm SOS Toolkit
Get a copy of the Overwhelm Buster Toolkit
The Happiness Equation by Neil Pasricha
Collections of Meditations by Joe Dispenza
Enneagram Personality Profiling Tool
Connect with Angela on her website, Instagram, or LinkedIn
Subscribe to The Joy Studio and visit their Facebook page.
Reach out to Rachel at hello@youarenotafrog.com
Sign up to get your CPD workbook for this episode

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How to Escape the Urgency Trap

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 08:00:00 +0100

In this short episode, Rachel talks about becoming more productive in life and work by escaping the urgency trap. She discusses the principles of the Urgent-Important Matrix and how it can help us assess the urgency and importance level tasks. She then shares how to begin doing gradual deep work towards a bigger goal.

If you want to know how to escape the urgency trap and become more productive in life and work, stay tuned to this episode.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Learn about the concept of the urgency trap.
Identify tasks you should focus on using the Urgent-Important Matrix.
Find out the power of doing deep work.

Resources

Download our Overwhelm SOS Toolkit
Deep Work by Cal Newport
Feeling overwhelmed? Reach out to Rachel at hello@youarenotafrog.com
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Episode Highlights

[00:40] On ‘Managing’ Time

[02:13] Urgent-Important Matrix

[03:57] Urgency Trap

[06:27] Navigating the Urgency Trap

[08:57] The Power of Deep Work

[10:41] Doing Deep Work

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How to Tell People What They Don’t Want to Hear

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 08:00:00 +0100

In this episode, Jane Gunn joins us once again to share her advice on how you can say no. Most people don’t want to hear rejection. Jane talks about what you can do to avoid triggering others with what you say. Avoid a cycle of conflict by taking your time to respond and not react. She also discusses the many fears you might have as a professional saying no. Learn to set your boundaries and maintain them when you know how to say no.

If you’re worried about how your refusal or rejection might cause conflict, then listen to this episode and learn to say no.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Understand the importance of a clear and thought-out message when you are saying no.
Learn how you can create a psychologically safe environment where you can say no without fear of judgement.
Find out what you can do when someone isn’t happy with your refusal.

Episode Highlights

[05:42] Hearing Both Sides

[09:26] Strong Perceptions

[15:18] Problem-solving Process

[20:32] The Principle of Self-Determination

[24:16] Clearly Saying No

[30:37] Standing By Your Values and Virtues

[35:57] Opening Up Conversations

[41:25] Psychologically Safe Environments

[48:09] Responding to Unhappy Reactions

[50:45] Making Asking Easier

[01:01:29] Jane and Rachels’ Top Tips

Resources

Download our Overwhelm SOS Toolkit
Listen to more episodes from the You’re Not A Frog Podcast:
Episode 123: How to Live With No Regrets with Georgina Scull
Episode 130: How to Say F**k It and Become Ridiculously Relaxed (Even about Stuff That REALLY Matters) with John C. Parkins
Other You Are Not a Frog episodes with Jane Gunn
Episode 23: How to Do Conflict Well with Jane Gunn
Episode 37: How to Manage Conflict During COVID with Jane Gunn
Episode 96: How to Deal With Difficult Meetings with Jane Gunn
Regrets of the Dying by Georgina Scull
F**ck It by John Parkin
Connect with Jane on her website or through her email.
Learn more about Jane’s 6-week course about mediation
Reach out to Rachel at hello@youarenotafrog.com
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But is it a Tiger?

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 08:00:00 +0100

In this episode, Rachel talks about how you can distinguish the tigers in your life and better understand why we respond to them in the first place. She shares the four common immediate responses and how they often put us in a mindset for bad decisions. Whenever we meet a threat or irritation, we need to step back and ask, "is it a tiger?"

If you would like a quick tip on staying calm in the face of irritations and make better decisions even in the heat of staring down a tiger, stay tuned to this episode.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Understand the three types of threats that affect us — and which one is the tiger.
Learn to distinguish what matters and understand our core boundaries.
Discover how you can make better decisions independent of your reaction to tigers.

Episode Highlights

[00:28] What are Tigers?

[03:35] The Three Types of Threats

[05:45] How Tigers Affect Us

[07:23] How to Distinguish Tigers

[10:40] Which Tigers Matter?

[11:48] Key Takeaways

Resources

Listen to more episodes from the You’re Not A Frog Podcast:
Episode 130: How to Say F**k It and Become Ridiculously Relaxed (Even about Stuff That REALLY Matters) with John C. Parkins
Episode 15: Eff It Living. An evidence-based way to beat stress and change your life. With John C. Parkin
Download our Overwhelm SOS Toolkit
Feeling overwhelmed? Reach out to Rachel at hello@youarenotafrog.com
THRIVE Weekly Planner
Sign up to get your CPD workbook for this episode

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What to Do When You are Overwhelmed with Gerrie Hawes

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 08:00:00 +0100

Gerrie Hawes joins us in this episode to discuss the suffocating feeling of being overwhelmed, but also how to deal with it. She shares why it's important to enjoy work and how you can take control of your happiness to do so.

Learn from Gerrie what you can do when you realize you are overwhelmed. She shares how you can create a happier and more optimistic workplace for your team.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed and want to learn what you can do to feel better, tune in to this episode that’s just for you!

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Understand why it’s alright to pursue your happiness.
Follow Gerrie's step-by-step instructions on how you can overcome feeling overwhelmed.
Learn how optimism can bring about a happier work day.

Episode Highlights

[04:50] Overwhelming Work

[07:02] Letting Yourself Enjoy Work

[10:45] Feeling Overwhelmed

[20:31] The Big Picture: Aiming For Happiness

[28:43] Moving Towards Happiness

[32:17] How You Can Start Becoming Better

[37:14] Delaying and Delegating

[45:24] Recap and Final Tips from Gerrie

Resources

Feeling overwhelmed right now? Download our Overwhelm Buster Toolkit here.
Get a copy of the Virtual Fatigue Buster Toolkit
Feeling overwhelmed? Reach out to Rachel at hello@youarenotafrog.com
THRIVE Weekly Planner
Sign up to get your CPD workbook for this episode
Connect with Gerrie Hawes on LinkedIn

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Summer Replay 2022 Episode 5

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 08:00:00 +0100

Are you facing a challenge at the moment, or feeling like you could do with some guidance when it comes to choosing your direction? Then our final Summer replay is for you. Discover the power of self-coaching, including the framework and questions to guide you on your self-coaching journey.

Episode 117

Podcast links

Check out the Permission to Thrive CPD membership for doctors

The Self-Coaching Workbook by Dr Karen Castille
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey
YANAF Ep 62: Self-Coaching for Success with Dr Karen Castille

Visit Dr Claire's Website, or follow her on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

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Summer Replay 2022 Episode 4

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 08:00:00 +0100

Ever feel like everyone around you is a highly-skilled, super competent professional - and you’re just winging it? Everyone’s experienced self-doubt at some point. Listen to today’s replay to find out why calling it “imposter syndrome” isn’t always helpful - and what you can do instead.

Episode 112

Podcast links

Check out the Permission to Thrive CPD membership for doctors

Check Dr Sarah’s previous episode on You Are Not A Frog:

Episode 67: Bringing Your Best Self to Work

Read about Stop Telling Women They Have Imposter Syndrome by Ruchika Tulshyan and Jodi-Ann Burey

Grab a copy of The 6-Minute Success Journal

Visit Sarah’s website or follow her on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and Linkedin.

For more updates and episodes, visit the You Are Not A Frog website.

You can also tune in on Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.

Sign up here to receive a link to the episode workbook and CPD form downloads for each podcast. You can use them for reflection and to submit for your appraisal.

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Summer Replay 2022 Episode 3

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 08:00:00 +0100

Are you feeling frustrated, resentful or fed up with work - but not sure if you want to break up with your career entirely? In this replay, Dr Pauline Morris shares how to cultivate a healthier relationship with your work, starting by understanding what you really want and need from your work.

Episode 91

Podcast links

Check out the Permission to Thrive CPD membership for doctors

Ten Coping Strategies for Physicians by Dr Pauline Morris

Learn more about Dr Pauline’s programs: Doctors Caring for Doctors

Connect with Dr Pauline: Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn

For more updates and episodes, visit the You Are Not A Frog website.

You can also tune in on Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.

Sign up here to receive a link to the episode workbook and CPD form downloads for each podcast. You can use them for reflection and to submit for your appraisal.

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Summer Replay 2022 Episode 2

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 09:00:00 +0100

In the second of our Summer replays, join Corrina Gordon-Barnes to learn how to make better decisions by taking a different perspective; the key to creating more fulfilling relationships; and how to stay in your “Zone of Power” when it comes to the big decisions in life.

Episode 89

Podcast links

Check out the Permission to Thrive CPD membership for doctors

Check Corrina’s previous episode on You Are Not A Frog:

E32: How to take control of your thoughts with Corrina Gordon-Barnes

The Work of Byron Katie

Stay within your zone of power through the Zone of Power handout.

Visit Corrina’s website or follow her on Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

For more updates and episodes, visit the You Are Not A Frog website.

You can also tune in on Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.

Sign up here to receive a link to the episode workbook and CPD form downloads for each podcast. You can use them for reflection and to submit for your appraisal.

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Email: hello@youarenotafrog.com

Find out more about our training here.

Find out more about this episode here: https://youarenotafrog.com/summer-replay-episode-2/

Summer Replay 2022 Episode 1

Tue, 02 Aug 2022 08:00:00 +0100

We’re kicking off our summer replay series with Dr Richard Pile, and his take on how to reconnect with your meaning and purpose in life. In this conversation, he shares why finding fulfillment can play a critical part in your well-being - and shares a brilliant framework to help you work out your own purpose.

Episode 94

Podcast links

Check out the Permission to Thrive CPD membership for doctors

Create your ideal week using the THRIVE Week Planner!

Books to help you find your purpose:

Fit For Purpose by Dr Richard Pile
Drive by Daniel H. Pink
The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer

Ikigai Tribe

Wellbeing For Real Life Podcast with Dr Richard Pile

Connect with Richard: Twitter | YouTube | Website

For more updates and episodes, visit the You Are Not A Frog website.

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What to Do if You're Stressed AND Bored

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 08:00:00 +0100

We all know the overwhelm that comes from working in healthcare. But we often overlook the toxic combination that is stress and boredom. This happens when we choose to play it safe and instead ditch things that challenge us.

Growth and development are keys to a thriving and well-lived life. When we enable ourselves to learn and grow, only then can we become happier, more successful, and more fulfilled.

In this episode, Rachel discusses how to address and navigate the toxic combination of stress and boredom in the workplace. She talks about the role of learning in living a self-actualised life. Rachel also shares some recommendations you might find helpful for learning.

If you want to learn how to make learning a habit in your life, stay tuned to this episode.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Find out the consequences of indulging in the toxic combination of stress and boredom.
Learn ways to fit growth and development into your schedule.
Discover the impact of prioritising self-development on your well-being.

Episode Highlights

[03:03] The Toxic Combination of Stress and Boredom

[08:17] Throwing Learning Out of the Window

[18:53] #1: Follow Your Interests and Develop Your Strengths

[21:25] #2: Work Out What You Need Right Now

[21:29] #3: Look at Ways of Learning that Also Hit the Five Ways to Well-being

[24:34] #4: Determine How You Learn Best

[27:26] #5: Find Ways to Use Your Right Brain

[32:15] How to Find Time for Learning

Resources

FREE Summer Holiday Working Survival Guide
Five ways to mental wellbeing
Free to Focus by Michael Hyatt
Effortless by Greg McKeown
The Shardlake Series by C.J. Samson
Hilary Mantel’s books
Martin Seligman: The new era of positive psychology

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How to Say F**k it and Become Ridiculously Relaxed (even about stuff that REALLY matters) with John C Parkin

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 08:00:00 +0100

Healthcare professionals and people in demanding careers often accept stress as a way of life. However, unchecked stress will someday lead to burnout and create more problems for everyone involved.

Our bold solution to this relentless problem is to start becoming obsessed with relaxation! We all know we need to calm down and relax, but how many of us actually do it?

John C. Parkin joins us today and encourages us to say 'f**k it' more in our lives! Not everything is important, and sometimes we try too hard to live up to society's excessive expectations. John shares how overcoming stress and setting boundaries often results in overthinking and feelings of guilt.

Let’s learn to finally prioritise relaxation in our lives and see how much better we become through it.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Discover the power of saying ‘f**k it’.
Learn how to say ‘f**k it’ — even in situations that matter.
Understand the importance of relaxation and why it should be a daily priority.

Episode Highlights

[05:07] How John Discovered the Power of ‘F**k It’

[09:23] You Can’t Solve Stress with Thinking

[14:14] How to Practise ‘F**k It’

[16:07] How to Say ‘F**k It’ When It’s Hard

[26:22] The First Step of ‘F**k It’

[31:57] The Obstacle to Setting Boundaries and Overcoming Stress

[35:06] How to Start Relaxing

[41:52] How Relaxation Can Help You

[50:08] The Power of Affirmations

[59:13] John’s Top 3 Tips for Relaxation

Resources

Sign up for the FREE Summer Holiday Working Survival Guide!
Find out how to ‘Relax Very Quickly’ for FREE
You Are Not A Frog Ep 15: Eff It Living. An evidence-based way to beat stress and change your life with John C. Parkin
Connect with John: The Fuck It Life | LinkedIn | Twitter | Email
F**k It: The Ultimate Spiritual Way by John C. Parkin
All the books in the F**k It series
Stroke of Insight by Jill Bolte Taylor: Book | TED Talk
THRIVE Weekly Planner

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How to Cope With Trauma on the Frontline

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 08:00:00 +0100

Have you seen stuff at work that has affected you deeply? Do you sometimes wonder if keeping calm and carrying on as usual is possibly not the best thing to do?

Working on the frontline comes at the expense of many things, physically, mentally, and emotionally. However, this should not be the case. We need to take time and be kind to ourselves in these situations before we could go out and do our jobs.

Dr Caroline Walker joins us again in this episode to discuss how trauma affects healthcare professionals working on the frontline. We talk about some steps we can take to help ourselves and each other process traumatic situations in healthy ways.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Find out what things cause a trauma response in us.
Learn the difference between a normal acute trauma stress response and PTSD.
Discover the three things you should do immediately following any traumatic event.

Episode Highlights

[05:31] The Inherent Trauma in the Field of Healthcare

[10:05] Trauma in the Professional vs Personal Life

[12:08] Normal Trauma Response

[14:58] Coping with Repeated Trauma

[17:15] Recognising Trauma

[21:49] Trauma Processing

[22:56] Normal Stress Response vs Acute Stress Reaction vs PTSD

[24:50] How Trauma Is Treated

[27:01] Other Reactions from Traumatic Events

[28:26] Tips on Dealing with Traumatic Situations at the Time and After

[32:42] The Role of Team Debriefing

[35:04] Connecting with Your Normal Support Network

[38:57] How to Give Yourself Permission to Thrive

[41:06] Caroline’s Top Three Tips for Coping with Trauma

Resources

Sign up for our Permission to Thrive FREE WEBINAR to learn how to thrive at work, even in a demanding job!
Permission to Thrive CPD Monthly Membership
Resilient Team Academy
Connect with Caroline: The Joyful Doctor | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn
This is Going to Hurt Series
This is Going to Hurt by Adam Kay
4000 Weeks by Oliver Burkeman
TED Talk: Oliver Burkeman: How to stop fighting against time.

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After Burnout: Planning a Working Life You Want with Dr. Katya Miles

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 08:00:00 +0100

While taking time away from work, you may realize that your career path is not what you wanted it to be. You might find that many things need to change in order for you to pursue your ideal life. Fortunately, returning to work can be your opportunity to make changes in your life. Have the intention to take the steps to avoid burnout and live out your ideal life.

In this episode, Dr. Katya Miles and Rachel continue their talk about what you can do after returning from a break at work. You might find that with proper planning and intention, your return is just what you need to start making some changes. From self-care to checking in, you can take this opportunity to live your ideal life and career.

If you want to find out more about planning a working life you want, listen to this episode of You Are Not a Frog.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Discover how planning and being intentional can keep you on track to your ideal life and career.
Learn how self-care doesn’t benefit only you, but the people around you as well.
Discover the opportunities that your time away, and your return, can create for you.

Episode Highlights

[04:58] Planning Ahead

[10:35] What You “Should” Do

[12:43] Self-Care for Others

[16:50] Opportunities In Returning to Work

[20:15] Little Changes

[23:15] Career and Life Check-Ins

[28:25] Incomparable Lives

Resources

Learn to beat stress and work happier with the Shapes Toolkit. Learn to use the toolkit with your team by joining the Resilient Team Academy.
Sign up and use the THRIVE Weekly Planner to plan out your ideal working weeks.
Find out more about Rachel’s business Wild Monday.
You Are Not a Frog Episode 123: How to Live With No Regrets with Georgina Scull
The Summer Day by Mary Oliver
Connect and learn more about Dr. Katya Miles
LinkedIn
The Working Well Doctor
E-mail

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After Burnout: Going Back to Work with Dr Katya Miles

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 08:00:00 +0100

When major issues occur in your life, it’s often necessary to take a break and deal with them, and of course there’s also the other reasons we take significant time off work - maternity or parental leave, taking a sabbatical or taking a career break.

Whatever the reason for being off work, being off for a prolonged period can lead to a loss of confidence and anxiety when you are finally able to return, which may cause you to worry that you’re just going to slip back to where you were….

In this episode, the first in our series about ‘What to do after burnout’, Rachel talks with Dr Katya Miles about how to return to work after a long absence and how to thrive again. They explore the fears and doubts people often face and how to overcome them.

You’ll learn Katya’s tips on how to regain confidence and prevent burnout happening all over again.

If you want to find out how to thrive in your work again, this episode is for you!

3 reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Learn the common struggles with returning to work.
Find out how to overcome these fears and regain your confidence.
Discover ways to prevent stress and burnout from reoccurring.

Episode Highlights

[06:43] Issues with Returning to Work
[10:18] The Benefits of Being Off Work
[14:14] How to Regain Confidence
[19:17] What to Do When You’re Back to Work
[21:41] Sharing Your Situation
[26:46] Acknowledge Your Skills
[31:33] Nipping Stress and Burnout in the Bud
[35:27] How to Avoid and Prevent Burnout
[42:15] Top Tips for Going Back to Work

Resources

Shapes Toolkit
Find out more about the Resilient Team Academy
More episodes on burnout:
Ep 25 - The Truth about Burnout
Ep 64 - What to Do When You're Out of Fuel
Ep 83 - The Ups and Downs of Being a Man-Frog
More episodes with Katya:
Ep 72 - Working well - from anywhere!
Ep 79 - How to Give Yourself Permission to Thrive
Connect with Katya: Email | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Twitter
Join Katya’s Newsletter - Thrive Well News.
Register for the Burnout Remedy Course
The Working Well Doctor
Yerkes-Dodson Stress Response Curve
WhatsApp
SuppoRTT
Practitioner Health
Sleep Diplomat

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