Feeling the overwhelm as the end of term approaches?

You're not alone.

It’s the same feeling I get at the end of the working day,

Juggling work, family, and everything else doesn’t just feel like a lot. It IS a lot.

But fear not: in this last episode of series 3 you’ll find 5 tips to help tackle that overwhelm.

Hope you find them useful.

And, as it’s the last episode of this series, I wanted to say thank you – for listening, and for all of your lovely feedback and messages. I really love reading them, and hearing what’s helped you most.

See you in June for Series 4 of Lessons in Resilience!

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Inspired by a weekend with my uni mates, this episode is all about friendship.

What we spend our time doing and talking about may have changed (a bit), but after 28 years of knowing each other, what I love most about our time together is how it makes me feel (well, that…and the inevitable retelling of our funniest stories).

It’s no wonder that connection is a key component of resilience.

So get listening to find out more about the power of friendship and connection, and how to get more of it.  

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In this episode, I'm talking about a topic that often arises in client sessions (and my own life) - control.

From feeling powerless, and overwhelmed by others' opinions, to trying (and failing) to keep on top of EVERYTHING, it's often a struggle to find the middle ground.

But there is one. And in this episode I'll help you find it, by inviting you to think about what's within your control, and how to let go of the rest.

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This is the episode I've wanted to make since starting the podcast - and it's the one I've put off recording more than any other.

Because it's the most personal - you can hear it in my voice.

But I hope that sharing the lessons I've learned about grief over the past 20 years will offer some comfort to others - and remind them they're not alone.

Episode resources:

Cruse – bereavement charity – https://www.cruse.org.uk

Counselling Directory - https://www.counselling-directory.org.uk/

Option B – Sheryl Sandberg and Adam Grant

Fortunately…with Fi and Jane – with guest

https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/fortunately-with-fi-and-jane/id1220808096?i=1000542470744

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Ever wondered how to build resilience in your kids? You're not alone.

None of us were taught this stuff in school and most of us are just trying to figure it out as we go along.

So in this episode of Lessons in Resilience, I'm thinking about some answers and sharing 4 tips to help you help your kids (and yourselves along the way).

The Instagram accounts I mention in this episode are:

@drbeckyatgoodinside @dr.siggie @theteencoach @powerthoughtsnc and @annamathur 

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Welcome back to Series 3 of Lessons in Resilience! It's lovely to be back.

In this first episode of the new series, I'm talking about the power of the pause - and how to lengthen the gap between thinking or feeling, and responding.

Listen in to find out more about this one simple tool to build resilience, calm, and a sense of control.

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In this last episode of series 2, I’m ditching all the usual pre-Christmas questions about presents, holiday plans and finishing work.

What I really want to know is: how are you feeling?

If you're anything like me and most people I talk to, it's a combo of knackered, sluggish, ill (you/ your kids/ both), and fighting a strong urge to hunker down on the sofa with some Quality Street, preferably alone.

Turns out, there's a reason. According to a study (tune in

So, how do we cope with December sluggishness?

Listen in for 5 tips to help you ease the festive build-up,

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What do you have in your toolkit to help you manage difficult times?

This week’s episode is for anyone navigating change, challenge or uncertainty – and I’d say that’s a fair few of us. It can affect every part of our lives and in those moments, ‘bouncing back’ doesn’t often feel like something we’re capable of.

So how do we cope? How do we manage those tough times and find a way through them?

Listen here for 4 tips to help you deal with the difficult and focus on what is within your control.

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In this episode I’m getting loud about voice.

Why does voice matter? In the workplace, 90% of what gets you noticed is image and exposure, NOT performance (annoying, isn't it?). But our voice isn't just about talking or telling other what we're doing - it ensures we're sharing and hearing a range of perspectives. And that's as important in the workplace as it is in the classroom.

But here's the thing – not everyone feels confident using their voice. So creating a space where everyone feels heard isn't just an individual task. As leaders, parents, and colleagues, it's up to us to foster the psychological safety that enables everyone to feel able to use their voice – and to believe it will be heard.

Listen in for 6 questions to help you use your voice, and encourage others to do the same.

And the two books I mention in this episode are Quiet by Susan Cain and Shy and Mighty by Nadia Finer (legend that she is, she's written two books with this title - one for adults AND one for kids).

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In this episode, I'm talking about the pressure we put on ourselves to be perfect that leads to overthinking, overworking, panic, procrastination - and sometimes stops us from taking even the smallest step forward.

Instead, let's focus on a growth mindset - a chance to shift our thinking, practise the idea that the goal isn't perfection (it doesn't exist), and develop a mindset that embraces learning (even from mistakes), progress, and daring to try (even when things get tricky).

Listen in for 5 tips to dial down perfectionism:

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