Work and Wellness

• EP 52: Working Parents, Burnout and the Future of Work- Why Their Wellbeing Is Everyone’s Business with Dr Rosina McAlpine

  Summary In this conversation, Dr. Rosina McAlpine discusses theincreasing stress and burnout faced by working parents, emphasizing the needfor organizations to provide better support. She highlights the importance ofunderstanding the division of labor at home, the difference between equity andequality in the workplace, and the necessity for leadership training to fosterempathy. Dr. McAlpine also offers individual strategies for parents to navigatetheir work-life balance and outlines best practices from organizations thatsuccessfully support their employees. In this conversation, Dr. Rosina McAlpinediscusses the importance of creating a family-friendly workplace culture, theresponsibility of organizations to support working parents, and the societalimplications of neglecting this demographic. She emphasizes the need fortargeted programs, corporate social responsibility, and the return oninvestment for supporting working parents. The discussion also covers practicaltips for mothers to maintain their well-being and the importance of empoweringworking parent champions within organizations.Takeaways Working parents are at the highest risk of burnout.EAP and flexible work are foundational but not sufficient.Organizations need to know the makeup of their workforce.Women still bear the brunt of childcare responsibilities.Equity in the workplace is crucial for supporting parents.Leadership training is essential for understanding employeeneeds.Targeted programs can help parents manage work and family.Conversations about support should be collaborative, notcombative.Data-driven decisions can improve workplace policies.Creating a win-win situation benefits both employees andorganizations. Creating a family-friendly workplace culture is essential.Organizations must take responsibility for supportingworking parents.Corporate social responsibility should include support forworking parents.The future of society relies on the well-being of workingparents.Self-care is crucial for mothers to thrive in both work andfamily life.Guilt and shame should not prevent mothers from taking timefor themselves.Scheduling self-care is as important as any work meeting.Working parent champions can make a significant differencein the workplace.Supporting working parents benefits society as a whole.A collaborative approach is needed to address the challengesfaced by working parents.Sound Bites "We need both the top and the bottom approach.""Get informed first.""We want collaborative, not combative.""We need targeted programs.""We need a family-friendly workplace culture.""It's about return on investment.""Throw selfish in the rubbish, think self-full.""Society depends on working parents thriving.""Let's tackle those difficult questions."Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Parenting Challenges03:04 The Rise of Stress and Burnout in Working Parents06:00 The Gap in Organizational Support for Parents08:51 The Division of Labor at Home12:04 Equity vs. Equality in the Workplace15:03 Understanding Leadership and Empathy17:45 Individual Strategies for Navigating Work and Family20:59 Creating a Win-Win Situation in the Workplace24:02 Best Practices from Leading Organizations25:58 Creating a Family-Friendly Workplace Culture28:42 The Responsibility of Workplaces in ParentingEducation31:02 The Future of Society and Support for Working Parents39:56 Practical Tips for Mothers' Well-Being45:56 Empowering Working Parent Champions Keywords parenting, stress, burnout, mental health, workplacesupport, equity, leadership, organizational culture, work-life balance,family-friendly policies, family-friendly workplace, parenting education,corporate social responsibility, working parents, mental health, well-being,self-care, societal responsibility, workplace culture, employee support

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• EP 51: Ambitious Couple, Busy Life- How We Stay Connected (and Sane) with cohost Liam Davies

  SummaryIn this conversation, Angela and Liam discuss the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance while prioritizing their relationship. They share insights on how to support each other during busy times, the significance of communication, and strategies for managing stress and crises together. They reflect on their experiences with long-distance challenges and emphasize the need to align their values as a couple to navigate life's ups and downs effectively.TakeawaysIt's easy to forget to prioritize your relationship during busy work times.Purposeful reconnection is key when life gets hectic.Managing work expectations helps reduce stress during personal time.Small gestures can significantly lighten the load in a relationship.Communication is essential, especially during stressful periods.Long-distance challenges require intentional effort to stay connected.Crisis management is about stepping up for each other.Prioritizing shared values strengthens the relationship.It's important to assume the best intent in each other.Continuous improvement in communication is necessary for a healthy relationship.TitlesBalancing Work and Love: A Couple's JourneyNavigating Life Together: Insights from Angela and LiamSound bites"We just try to communicate.""We need to sort it out.""Just don't be a dick."Chapters00:00 Introduction to Relationships and Work05:41 Supporting Each Other Through Career Challenges13:23 Navigating Long-Distance Challenges21:12 The Importance of Communication and Understanding28:35 Core Principles for a Healthy RelationshipKeywordswork-life balance, relationship support, communication, stress management, long-distance relationship, teamwork, prioritizing wellness, couple dynamics, personal growth, crisis management

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• EP 50: Why Strong Relationships Are the Key to Better Mental Health and Wellbeing

  SummaryIn this conversation, Angela Davies emphasizes the critical role that relationships play in determining both mental and physical health. She discusses how connection with friends and family can lead to improved emotional well-being, resilience, and even longevity.TakeawaysThe quality of your relationships is the single biggest predictor of your mental and physical health.Not income or job title, but relationships matter most.Connected individuals experience lower anxiety and depression levels.Stronger resilience is linked to social connections.Cognitive health improves with meaningful relationships.Longevity is associated with feeling connected to others.Emotional well-being is enhanced through friendships and family ties.Social support is crucial for mental health.Building relationships can lead to a healthier life.Investing in relationships is essential for overall well-being.Keywordsrelationships, mental health, physical health, emotional well-being, resilience, cognitive health, life expectancySound bites"The quality of your relationships is the single biggest predictor of your mental and physical health.""People who feel connected to their friends and family have better emotional levels."Chapters00:00 The Importance of Relationships for Wellbeing00:32 Characteristics of Strong Relationships

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• EP 49: Energy, Emotion & Performance: The Leadership Lessons I Didn’t Expect From John Edward Psychic Medium

  SummaryIn this conversation, Angela Davies shares her profound experience at a mediumship event with John Edward, highlighting the emotional connections and personal revelations that unfolded during the session. The discussion emphasizes the impact of spiritual communication and the significance of audience interaction in mediumship.TakeawaysAngela describes a moment of anticipation during a mediumship event.The emotional connection between the audience and the medium is palpable.John Edward's ability to connect with the deceased is highlighted.Personal experiences can lead to profound insights during such events.The audience's reactions play a crucial role in the medium's performance.Angela's excitement reflects the power of spiritual communication.The significance of specific details shared by the medium is emphasized.Audience members often feel a personal connection to the messages.The experience can be both emotional and enlightening.Mediumship events can foster a sense of community among participants.Chapters00:00 Exploring Energy and Mindset00:54 The Importance of Meaning Making

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• EP 48: Consistency, Not Perfection: Women's Midlife Power Years with Courtney Townley

  Guest: Courtney Townley — coach, speaker, host of Grace & Grit, author of The Consistency Code: A Midlife Woman’s Guide to Deep HealthEpisode overview: Consistency isn’t rigid routine — it’s consistent self-honouring. Angela and Courtney unpack how midlife can be a woman’s power years by swapping perfectionism for progress, removing unnecessary stress, adding intentional stress, and leading yourself with curiosity over judgement.Consistency vs perfectionism: why “do it the same forever” fails, and how to practice consistent self-honouring day to dayGrace and grit: finding the sweet spot between compassion and disciplineGetting radically honest: simple daily check-ins (hand on heart) to “insource” your needsBarriers to midlife consistency: poor self-awareness, over-scheduling, ignoring the nervous system’s need to oscillatePerfectionism as a hiding habit — and how to start smaller (on purpose) to win biggerThe Victory Log: tracking micro-wins to fuel follow-throughJoy-spotting: training your brain to notice what puts more life in your lifeMidlife physiology 101: less oestrogen/progesterone = tougher cortisol management — what to changeTwo-part “stress strategy”: remove unnecessary stressors + add intentional stressors (e.g., strength training, honest conversations)Power years mindset: living in integrity, self-leadership, and defining health beyond weight or lab numbers01:46 Consistency redefined: “consistent self-honouring”03:00 Grace & Grit: why either extreme backfires04:50 The 10-second check-in that changes your day07:57 Organising your day to honour your nervous system10:22 Perfectionism = a hiding habit13:55 The Victory Log (and why it must change daily)17:06 Why midlife stress tolerance shifts (the hormone piece)18:56 Remove unnecessary stress; 19:22 add intentional stress35:53 “Anchors/logs” to rekindle the fire: sleep and 10-minute day design39:31 You can’t be curious and judgmental at the same time41:16 Self-leadership beats cookie-cutter programs44:42 Midlife as your power years — integrity over image60-second audit: Hand on heart, ask: How am I really? What do I need?Choose your anchor: Prioritise sleep tonight; tomorrow morning, spend 5–10 minutes setting your intention and three non-negotiables.Start smaller: Pick the “minimum viable action” on hard days (a 10-minute walk, 1 set of lifts, a veggie with each meal).Victory Log: Capture 3–5 specific wins each day (no repeats).Joy-spotting: Actively look for tiny moments that “put more life in your life.”“Consistency is not sameness — it’s consistent self-honouring.”“Perfectionism is a hiding habit. Progress requires rumbling with messy.”“You can’t be curious and judgmental at the same time.”Courtney’s book: The Consistency Code — details & retailer links at theconsistencycode.comGrace & Grit podcast by Courtney Townleymidlife women, consistency vs perfectionism, perimenopause stress, deep health, self-leadership, victory log, intentional stress, strength training, habits that stick, wellbeing in midlife

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