Summary

In this conversation, Ollie and Chris Ham discuss the evolving landscape of health coaching and the NHS, reflecting on the impact of the Drug-Free Doctor program and the importance of patient agency in health outcomes. They explore the challenges faced by the NHS post-pandemic, innovative community health practices, and the vital role of health coaching in personalized care. The discussion also touches on the need for a shift towards prevention, the influence of misinformation in health, and the importance of engagement in healthcare. Chris emphasises the need for optimism and hope in leadership as they navigate these challenges together.

Takeaways

Health coaching is essential for personalised care.

Patient agency plays a crucial role in health outcomes.

The NHS faces significant challenges post-pandemic.

Community health practices can innovate care delivery.

Health coaching skills are vital for healthcare professionals.

Misinformation in health can hinder patient progress.

Engagement in health care can reduce demand on services.

Global health systems provide valuable lessons for the NHS.

A shift towards prevention is necessary for sustainable health care.

Optimism and hope are essential for effective leadership.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Chris Ham's Background

05:41 Current State of the NHS and Future Ambitions

07:14 The Fourth Shift: Empowering Patients

10:32 Shared Responsibility in Healthcare

12:39 The Role of Policy in Healthcare Innovation

16:56 Learning from Global Healthcare Models

20:29 Shifting from Medical Model to Empowerment

21:48 Addressing Short-Term Challenges in the NHS

29:39 Advice for Health Coaches and Care Coordinators

Summary

In this episode, Tim and Ollie engage in a lively discussion about a recent Channel 4 program that highlights the effectiveness of non-drug approaches to managing chronic pain, metabolic health, and mental health. They reflect on the importance of health coaching in empowering individuals to take control of their health, emphasizing that personal stories and lived experiences can inspire significant changes. The conversation also touches on the need for a shift in the healthcare model, moving away from traditional biomedical approaches towards more holistic, patient-centered care that recognizes the role of lifestyle and self-management in health outcomes.

Tim and Ollie express admiration for Dr. Rangan Chatterjee, the host of the program, who advocates for a more integrated approach to health that includes lifestyle changes and self-care. They discuss the challenges faced by patients in adopting these changes, particularly in the context of social barriers and the need for personalized support. The episode concludes with a call to action for healthcare professionals to embrace these new paradigms and for listeners to consider their own health journeys, reinforcing the message that change is possible with the right support and mindset.

Takeaways

'The way that you are working and the things that you've been doing, that's absolutely on the money.'

'It's the stuff people do for themselves that really matters.'

'It's almost unethical now for us not to become the mainstream.'

'What we don't want is people feeling guilty that they're not recovering.'

'This is not rocket science.'

'We need to be focused on giving the right support.'

'It's about time we turned up the volume.'

'This is a social movement that's gathering momentum.'

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview of The Drug Free Doctor

04:03 Empowerment Through Self-Management

06:37 The Role of Storytelling in Health Transformation

09:27 Challenges in Patient Recovery

11:58 The Importance of Support Systems

14:52 Non-Medical Interventions for Health

17:42 The Role of Health Coaching

20:14 Peer Support and Community Engagement

23:09 Personalization in Health Care

25:43 The Future of Health Care and Hope

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Keywords

pain management, chronic pain, health coaching, adverse childhood experiences, pain-free mindset, healthcare system, patient empowerment, neuroscience of pain, emotional trauma, pain recovery

Summary

In this enlightening conversation, Deepak Ravindran and Lee Vaughan share their journeys in pain management, emphasizing the importance of understanding chronic pain through a compassionate and patient-centered approach. They discuss the intersection of pain with emotional trauma, the role of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), and the evolving landscape of pain management that includes health coaching. The discussion highlights the need for healthcare professionals to listen more deeply to patients' stories and the potential for recovery through innovative pain management strategies.

Takeaways

Deepak Ravindran is a consultant in pain medicine and lifestyle medicine.

Lee Vaughan has over 30 years of lived experience with chronic pain.

Pain management requires a compassionate, patient-centered approach.

Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) can significantly impact chronic pain.

The concept of a pain-free MINDSET involves understanding the neuroscience of pain.

Health coaching provides the time and space for patients to explore their pain.

Listening to patients' stories is crucial for effective pain management.

Pain is not always an accurate indicator of damage.

Chronic pain can be influenced by emotional trauma and psychological factors.

Recovery from pain is possible with the right support and strategies.

Sound bites

"The body can do its own repair."

"We are experts within ourselves."

"Hurt does not equal harm."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Pain Management Experts

02:18 Deepak's Journey into Pain Management

07:39 Lee's Personal Experience with Chronic Pain

11:22 Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)

15:24 The Concept of a Pain-Free Mindset

21:41 Hope in Pain Management

24:33 Navigating the Healthcare System

28:04 Transformative Pain Management Programs

36:12 The Role of Health Coaching

51:07 Challenging Beliefs About Pain

55:39 Experiments for Pain Awareness

Summary

In this conversation, Ollie and Tim discuss the importance of self-compassion during the busy Christmas season. They explore the pressures associated with the holiday, the significance of gratitude, and the need to break away from traditional expectations. The discussion emphasizes the value of listening to others and oneself, as well as the importance of self-care during this hectic time.

 Chapters

00:00 The Christmas Spirit and Self-Compassion

05:35 Practicing Gratitude and Reflection

11:13 Breaking Traditions and Embracing Change

16:44 Challenging Limiting Beliefs

22:10 The Gift of Listening and Self-Care

Takeaways

Self-compassion is essential during the busy holiday season.

Practicing gratitude can enhance mental health and well-being.

Reflecting on positive moments from the year can foster appreciation.

Breaking away from traditional holiday expectations can reduce stress.

Listening deeply to others can be a meaningful gift during Christmas.

Planning ahead can help manage holiday indulgences mindfully.

Challenging limiting beliefs can lead to a more enjoyable holiday experience.

Taking time for oneself is crucial amidst holiday obligations.

Creating new traditions can bring joy and reduce pressure.

Self-care should not be overlooked during the festive season.

In our first interview, we are delighted to welcome Harvard and Oxford trained Public Health Expert and Transformative Wellbeing Coach, Dr Behrooz Behbod.

He generously shares his personal experience of burnout, and how rediscovering coaching reignited his career and love of his work. We go on to explore a range of topics from the mind as a catalyst, to the role of health coaching in Public Health and our shared views about the beliefs that sit at the heart of health coaching.

Behrooz combines his NHS work with a his own business 'The Entrepreneur’s Doctor', coaching entrepreneurs in the health sector.......and beyond!

https://www.entrepreneurs.doctor/

He frequently writes on Linkedin (including a piece with Ollie) https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/health-coaching-public-catalyst-change-dr-behrooz-behbod-jbnse/?trackingId=gQOJk1XVI1VRRZClvfrgpA%3D%3D

and the piece on leadership discussed in the conversation

https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7403688403457843200/

00:00 Introduction to Dr. Behrooz Behbod

02:12 The Journey of a Health Coach

04:43 Understanding Burnout and Its Impact

07:18 The Role of Health Coaching in Wellbeing

09:57 Health Coaching's Place in the Healthcare Sector

12:10 The Mind as a Catalyst for Change

14:42 Integrating Coaching into Public Health

17:25 Transformative Coaching and Patientpreneurs

20:11 Understanding Entrepreneurial Mindsets in Healthcare

21:58 The Disconnect in Coaching Perceptions

24:22 The Role of Beliefs in Coaching

27:47 Essence of Effective Coaching

32:42 Misconceptions About Coaching

34:01 Advice for Aspiring Coaches

We are graduating to a fully listed podcast, having road tested 15 episodes on Youtube. In this episode Ollie and Tim recap their journey to being GPs who learnt to health coach. Then on to setting up Peak Health Coaching to roll out the training and implementation of Health Coaching in the NHS and beyond......

00:00 The Origins of Health Coaching

How we discovered the value of health coaching and applied on our work as GPs

02:48 Realizations in Pain Management

Connecting in the pain clinic.....where we first saw the impact of health coaching

05:50 The Journey into Coaching

How each of us expanded our knowledge

09:00 Patient Activation and Personalized Care

The importance of tailoring to where people are starting from, in terms of their Skills, Knowledge and confidence.

12:08 Building Skills for Self-Care

14:49 The Role of Health Coaching in Outcomes

18:07 Scaling Health Coaching

21:00 Integrating Health, Social, and Self-Care

These 3 dimensions sit at the root of sustainable and effective health and wellbeing support.

23:54 Future Directions in Health Coaching

26:53 The Importance of Workplace Health

How health coaching can be applied in the work setting, a new option to explore?

29:50 Reflections on Identity and Impact

Tim reflects on life after practicing as a GP.