If you're tired of constantly flirting with burnout and wondering why the same patterns keep showing up, this episode is for you.

In part two of our burnout series, we move beyond early warning signs and dive into the heart of why burnout keeps happening even when we think we’re doing everything “right.” We explore the systemic and psychological traps that fuel burnout, including perfectionism, people-pleasing, lack of boundaries, and the deeper drive for validation.

You’ll learn:

Why great intentions often still lead to burnout

How to create environments (at work and in life) that support energy, not just effort

The critical difference between sustainable self-care and reactive self-soothing

Why saying "yes" too often is costing you more than you realise

This one’s not just about tips and tools, it’s about shifting the whole way you think about work, worth, and wellbeing.

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Resilience at work isn’t about pushing through at all costs; it’s about learning to adapt and grow through change.

In this episode, we’re diving into what real resilience looks like in a modern workplace. Spoiler alert: it’s not about being the toughest person in the room. It’s about building a culture that bends without breaking, that learns and evolves when the pressure is on.

We explore why resilience is the fifth and final pillar of workplace happiness and why it won’t stick unless your wellbeing, engagement, culture, and leadership foundations are strong.

We’ll also talk about:

How to spot and prevent burnout before it spreads

Why trying to retain everyone isn’t the goal (and how healthy turnover can actually help)

A practical framework for guiding your team through change

Why false urgency and lack of clarity quietly drain your team’s energy

What we can learn from companies like Netflix and Atlassian about bouncing forward, not just back

Whether you lead a team, shape culture, or just want to make your workplace more future-ready then this one’s for you.

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Burnout doesn’t happen overnight, and it doesn’t always look like total exhaustion or quitting your job. It builds slowly. Quietly. And if we’re not careful, we miss the early signs until it’s too late.

In this first episode of our 3-part burnout series, we're exploring the burnout spectrum — including the 12 stages of burnout — and revealing how to recognise and address it before it derails your wellbeing, work, and relationships.

You’ll learn:

• Why burnout is a spectrum, not a switch

• The early warning signs almost everyone overlooks

• Why high performers are especially at risk

• What you can do today to pre-empt burnout in yourself and your team

• How to begin shifting from survival mode back into sustainability

This episode is a must-listen for anyone feeling stretched, stressed, or simply not themselves.

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What if the secret to a more connected, productive, and happier workplace wasn’t just about systems or strategy—but emotional intelligence?

In this energising episode, we sit down with emotional intelligence specialist and author Amy Jacobson to explore why EQ is one of the most valuable skills in today’s evolving work environment. Together, we unpack:

• Why emotional intelligence matters more now than ever

• How leaders can create emotionally intelligent cultures

• Practical tools for building self-awareness, empathy, and better communication

• And brand new highlights from Amy’s latest book, The Emotional Intelligence Advantage

Whether you're a seasoned leader or just starting your career, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to grow their EQ and help others thrive at work.

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As a Mental Health Social Worker, Arna Kerklaan has spent her career supporting others. But like so many caring professionals, she once found herself giving so much to everyone else that she left nothing for herself.

In this honest and uplifting conversation, Arna shares:

• How she went from feeling overwhelmed and burnt out to finding balance and fulfilment.

• The surprising lessons she learned about boundaries, self-compassion, and rest.

• How investing in her own happiness has not only changed her life; it's also made her a better support for the people around her.

This episode is a gentle reminder for anyone who pours energy into caring for others: your happiness matters too.

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Leadership has the power to make or break wellbeing, engagement, and culture in the workplace. In this episode, we explore why poor leadership is so common, how outdated systems and promotion models are holding people back, and what it truly takes to become a great leader today.

We introduce the four essential skill sets of modern leadership (relational, communication, competence, and humanistic skills) and unpack how each one contributes to a thriving, human-first workplace. If you’re a leader, an aspiring leader, or someone passionate about creating better workplaces, this episode is a must-listen.

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Gratitude is one of the most widely recommended happiness habits, but it’s also one of the most misunderstood. If you’ve ever tried gratitude journaling and thought, “This doesn’t work for me,” you’re not alone.

In this episode, we unpack how to practise gratitude in a way that actually feels genuine, effective and impactful.

• Learn why most people struggle with gratitude and how to do it differently

• Try a three-step journaling method that goes deeper than just listing things you’re thankful for

• Discover how to turn gratitude into a felt experience, not just a mental exercise

• Explore the ripple effect of sharing your appreciation and how it can boost not only your happiness, but the happiness of those around you

If you’re ready to reconnect with the good in your life and start feeling it more fully, this episode is a beautiful place to begin.

Listen now and learn how to build a gratitude practice that truly makes a difference.

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In this episode of How to Be Happy (At Work), we’re joined by Sarah Queenan, Founder and Managing Director of Humanify HR Consulting. With over two decades of experience across the public and private sectors, Sarah brings a powerful message to the modern workplace: when we bring humanity back into leadership and HR, everyone benefits.

We unpack what it really means to build people-first cultures, how to prevent burnout amongst leaders, and we debate whether the 4 day work week or work from home are the silver bullet solutions that will solve all of our workplace woes.

Whether you’re in HR, leadership, or simply someone who believes work can be done better this conversation will leave you hopeful, challenged, and inspired.

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If your mind feels like it’s stuck on a loop of overthinking, self-doubt or worst-case scenarios, you’re not broken — you’re human.

Our brains are wired with a natural negativity bias that helped our ancestors survive, but today it can leave us feeling anxious, drained and emotionally heavy.

This episode is all about breaking that cycle. We’re not trying to silence the inner critic — we’re learning how to work with it.

• Understand why your brain is wired to focus on the negative (and how to gently interrupt the spiral)

• Learn a powerful tool to balance worst-case thinking with perspective and calm

• Discover how to train your brain to notice and hold onto the good more often

• Explore the science of gratitude, and how simple practices can help shift your mindset

If you’re ready to feel a little lighter, a little clearer, and a lot more in charge of your thoughts, this one’s for you.

Tune in now and start reducing negative thinking, one small shift at a time.

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Everyone is talking about workplace culture, but very few people can define it, measure it, or meaningfully build it. In this episode, we cut through the buzzwords and explore what workplace culture actually is, why it matters, and how to shape it with intention.

You’ll discover the five key elements of culture we assess in BU Happiness College’s Workplace Happiness Diagnostic, including psychosocial safety, trust and transparency, and self-determination. Each element plays a vital role in creating a thriving and human-first workplace.

Whether you work in HR, lead a team, or simply care about making work better, this episode will give you clarity and a practical framework to begin improving culture today.

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