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In this episode, Melany guides listeners through a meditation designed to rejuvenate both body and mind. The session begins with deep cleansing breaths, encouraging participants to release stress and tension, and concludes with a gentle return to the present moment, leaving participants ready to embrace the rest of their day.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• The meditation emphasises the importance of deep, cleansing breaths to help release stress and tension, encouraging participants to focus on their breath and its natural rhythm.

• Participants are guided to connect with their bodies by scanning for areas of tightness or discomfort, promoting relaxation and the infusion of positive energy into those areas.

• The meditation encourages visualising a vibrant and joyful setting, allowing individuals to absorb the energy and vitality of that environment, which can enhance their overall well-being.

• Repeating affirmations such as "I am full of energy and vitality" helps reinforce a positive mindset and prepares individuals to tackle their day with enthusiasm and focus.

• The practice encourages participants to gently bring their awareness back to the present moment, fostering a sense of readiness and energy to embrace the rest of the day.

BEST MOMENTS

"Take a moment to settle into a comfortable, ideally seated position, close your eyes or soften your gaze."

"As you breathe in, send positive energy to these areas. As you breathe out, let go of any tension."

"Picture yourself in a beautiful, vibrant setting. A setting that brings you a sense of joy and contentment."

"Allow yourself to be infused with the energy and vitality of your visualised place."

"I am full of energy and vitality. I radiate positivity and strength. I am ready to tackle my day with enthusiasm and focus."

HOST BIO

Mariam is a GP trainee in Wales passionate about improving our healthcare colleagues' wellbeing. She has experience on the Schwartz Round Steering group and as a facilitator for her health board, and she created and led the Balint Group Programme for Foundation Doctors in her hospital. These are regular spaces for healthcare professionals to speak about real issues that affect their well-being amongst colleagues to improve mutual support and camaraderie in the workplace. She also holds qualifications in Life Coaching and healthcare leadership and management. Whatever your reason for joining us on this podcast, we are glad you have taken the time. 

Dr Melany McKenna is a Clinical Psychologist, Cognitive Analytic Therapy practitioner, and Executive Coach. With a specialist interest in staff wellbeing, and supporting NHS professionals, Dr McKenna offers psychologically informed reflections, prompting us to consider staff wellbeing from a systemic perspective.

If you are having stressful days at work, leaving you feeling demotivated, and depleted, I'm hoping I can help here.

PODCAST DESCRIPTION

SafeSpace is a new grounding and respite podcast aimed at Healthcare Professionals focused on staff wellbeing in the healthcare work environment, a grossly overlooked issue and yet, the cornerstone of the healthcare system which is why it is crumbling. There are 3 components to the podcast:  

- Candid interviews with healthcare leaders, and a wide variety of passionate healthcare professionals about their own experiences and struggles with their well-being as they have progressed through their careers  

- Reflective discussions with a clinical psychologist, my co-host, regarding key topics that have arisen such as coping with bullying, depression, burnout, grief, menopause, etc  

- Guided meditations specific to the healthcare worker getting ready for the day ahead, pausing during, winding down, and accepting following the working day.  

This podcast is not a panacea or substitute for a formal management plan, but a motivating, and catharsis tool to help during a stressful day.

This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/