In this episode, Matt speaks with Christine Warwicker, a psychotherapist with over twenty years of experience working with individuals, couples, and groups.

They discuss Christine’s personal journey with relationships and explore the insights from her new book on how to build healthier, more fulfilling connections.

Together, they cover:

• Christine’s motivation for writing the book.
• Common challenges people face in relationships.
• How our early life experiences shape the way we relate to others — a concept Christine calls blueprints.
• What blueprints are and how they influence relationship patterns.
• How to recognize your own blueprint — and what it takes to change it by doing the work on yourself.

Want to contact Christine or order the book, details below:

Website – christinewarwickercounselling.co.uk

Email – [email protected] 

Book - https://amzn.eu/d/8MvOcMP

If you have a question for the podcast or are interested in working with Matt, you can reach out at:

• Email: [email protected]
• Website: www.wellnesseducationdubai.com
• Instagram: @wellness_education_dubai
• Facebook: @mattmarneyfitness
• LinkedIn: Matt Marney (Wellness Education Dubai)

A conversation with a new client sparked this episode.

They said:

“We hire great people—strong CVs, solid interviews—but once they’re in the job, they don’t contribute, they don’t collaborate, and they definitely don’t go the extra mile.”

I asked, “What if it’s not a skills issue—but an engagement issue?”

They laughed and said,

“Matt, we’re not interested in that woke DEI stuff.”

That moment told me everything.

In this solo episode, I unpack what employee engagement really means—beyond buzzwords, perks, or personality—and explain why it’s one of the most misunderstood (but most critical) drivers of performance and wellbeing.

This episode is the conversation I wish more leaders were ready to have.

 In this episode, I explore:

• What engagement is (and what it isn’t)
   → Using sports analogies to explain why some teams overperform—despite having less talent.
• The business case for engagement
   → Stats on productivity, absenteeism, turnover, and profitability.
• Why measuring engagement matters
   → Including tools like eNPS, pulse surveys, and why anonymity is key.
• The 4 practices of high-engagement managers
   → Clear expectations
   → Strong relationships
   → Regular recognition
   → Accountability & autonomy
• The neuroscience of engagement
   → Why approach-mode brains (dopamine-driven) outperform threat-mode brains (cortisol-driven)—and how leaders influence this switch.
• Other levers to pull
   → The value of right to disconnect policies, reducing distractions, and offering wellness initiatives like yoga or gym memberships—not just to reduce stress, but to send a signal:
   “We hear you. We care how the work gets done.”

Who this episode is for:

• Leaders trying to unlock more from their teams
• HR professionals rethinking engagement and wellbeing
• Anyone tired of ‘tick-the-box’ perks and ready for real cultural change

Final thought:

Engagement isn’t about trying harder—it’s about working smarter by creating the right conditions.
 When people feel seen, supported, and trusted—they step up.
 And that starts with leadership.

If you have a question for the podcast or are interested in working with Matt, you can reach out at:

• Email: [email protected]
• Website: www.wellnesseducationdubai.com
• Instagram: @wellness_education_dubai
• Facebook: @mattmarneyfitness
• LinkedIn: Matt Marney (Wellness Education Dubai)

In this episode, I sit down with award-winning female trainer, health & wellness coach Lauren Holly for a deep and honest conversation about the fitness and diet struggles many women face. Since her last appearance on the podcast four years ago, Lauren has transitioned entirely to online coaching, building a thriving community of women at all fitness levels.

We kick off by catching up on what Lauren has been up to since 2021, before diving into some of the most pressing issues in women's fitness today:
✅ The problem with extreme low-calorie diets – why they’re still so common and how they lead to bingeing
✅ Food anxiety and daily weigh-ins – should you be tracking your weight, or is it doing more harm than good?
✅ Binge eating struggles – both Lauren and I share our personal experiences and how we overcame them
✅ The mindset shift needed for long-term success – why goal setting needs to go beyond just weight loss
✅ Gym anxiety and how to overcome it – strategies to build confidence, whether you're a beginner or advanced lifter
✅ Lauren’s online coaching community – how she supports women of all fitness levels through exercise videos, monthly check-ins, and education

Whether you're struggling with food guilt, binge eating, or feeling out of place in the gym, this conversation will give you practical tools to change your mindset and take control of your health

Want to contact Donna. Details below:

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/laurenholly_fit

Book a 15 min call with Lauren - https://calendly.com/laurenhollyfit/15-min

If you have a question for the podcast or are interested in working with Matt, you can reach out at:

• Email: [email protected]
• Website: www.wellnesseducationdubai.com
• Instagram: @wellness_education_dubai
• Facebook: @mattmarneyfitness
• LinkedIn: Matt Marney (Wellness Education Dubai)

We hear a lot about psychological safety in the workplace—how leaders need to create environments where people feel safe to speak up, challenge ideas, and innovate. But is that entirely a leadership responsibility, or do employees have their own role to play?

In this episode, I sit down with Greg Riley, a leadership coach, to break down what true psychological safety looks like in organizations. Greg shares why only 10% of people are natural leaders, but most can be trained to develop empathy, active listening, and compassionate leadership—if they are willing to do the work.

But there’s a missing piece in most workplace wellbeing discussions: Personal responsibility. Greg argues that no matter how psychologically safe a workplace is, if people are sleep-deprived, stressed, undernourished, and inactive, they will still struggle to communicate, regulate emotions, and feel engaged.

 In this episode, we explore:

·       What psychological safety really is (and what it isn’t)

·       Why most leaders aren’t naturally great at it—but can be trained

·       How to build a culture of safety & trust in the workplace

·       The limits of leadership responsibility—why employees must own their own wellbeing

·       The four pillars of personal wellbeing that support psychological safety

·       Practical strategies for leaders & teams to create a resilient workplace

Who is this for?
 Leaders & managers looking to improve team trust and engagement
 HR professionals designing wellbeing programs that actually work
 Employees who want to understand their role in a psychologically safe culture
 Anyone interested in high-performance leadership & team dynamics

Final Thought:
 Psychological safety starts with leadership, but it can’t stop there. If employees don’t take care of their own wellbeing, even the best workplace culture won’t prevent burnout, miscommunication, or disengagement.”

Want to work with Greg. Links below

Website - http://www.gregriley.com.au/

Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-riley-518b2417?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app

If you have a question for the podcast or are interested in working with Matt, you can reach out at:

• Email: [email protected]
• Website: www.wellnesseducationdubai.com
• Instagram: @wellness_education_dubai
• Facebook: @mattmarneyfitness
• LinkedIn: Matt Marney (Wellness Education Dubai)

At what point did work stop ending. When did we shift from doing a hard days graft to being available all the time.

If you have ever felt that work never really ends or if you’re a leader trying to keep your team engaged without burning them out then this is the episode for you.

In this episode, Matt Talks about:

• How we got to 24/7 working
• The cognitive cost of always being on
• Why helping people disconnect will produce better results
• Strategies to help people disconnect
• How you can help yourself

If you have a question for the podcast or are interested in working with Matt, you can reach out at:

• Email: [email protected]
• Website: www.wellnesseducationdubai.com
• Instagram: @wellness_education_dubai
• Facebook: @mattmarneyfitness
• LinkedIn: Matt Marney (Wellness Education Dubai)

Lara Heimann is a renowned yoga teacher, educator, and physical therapist with a background in neurodevelopmental training. Her LYT method blends movement science, neurology, and yoga to create a smarter, more functional approach to movement.

In this episode, Lara and Matt explore:

• Lara’s evolution as a yoga teacher and her realization that modern bodies require more preparation to fully benefit from traditional yoga
• Why today’s sedentary lifestyles create challenges for yoga practice and how the LYT method provides a solution
• The critical role of brain function in movement efficiency and injury prevention
• How strategic movement patterns can enhance both physical and cognitive performance

Tune in for a fascinating conversation on rethinking yoga for the modern world.

Want to connect with Lara See details below:

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lara.heimann/

Website - https://lytyoga.com/

7 Day free trial to LYT online platform - https://lytyoga.uscreen.io/checkout/new?o=37439

If you have a question for the podcast or are interested in working with Matt, you can reach out at:

• Email: [email protected]
• Website: www.wellnesseducationdubai.com
• Instagram: @wellness_education_dubai
• Facebook: @mattmarneyfitness
• LinkedIn: Matt Marney (Wellness Education Dubai)

Tom Waldron is a Pilates teacher, Bio-mechanics coach and Franklin Method educator.

In this conversation, Tom and Matt discuss:

• What the pelvic floor actually is
• Common pelvic floor dysfunctions and the impact on quality of life
• The fact men have a pelvic floor and why a healthy pelvic floor is so important for them
• Strategies to improve function
• Tips for movement teachers looking to improve function of their clients 

Link to Tom's 6 week pelvic floor course starting February 10th 2025

http://www.fitfloorsupportforlife.com/

Want to connect with Tom? See details below:

Website – www.tomwaldronmovementtherapy.co.uk 

Email – [email protected]
Instagram: @tomwaldron.move
Facebook: tomwaldronmove

If you have a question for the podcast or are interested in working with Matt, you can reach out at:

• Email: [email protected]
• Website: www.wellnesseducationdubai.com
• Instagram: @wellness_education_dubai
• Facebook: @mattmarneyfitness
• LinkedIn: Matt Marney (Wellness Education Dubai)

Tom Swales is a physiotherapist and strength coach with over 20 years of experience in human movement, injury prevention, and performance optimization.

In this conversation, Tom and Matt discuss:

• Why so many people struggle with optimal movement in today’s world
• How to identify weak links in movement capacity
• Practical steps to address these deficits
• Simple mobility hacks to easily integrate into daily routines
• The complex relationship between pain and effective management strategies

Want to connect with Tom? See details below:

Website: www.amtcertified.ca
Instagram: @swales.tom
YouTube Channel: Tommy Swales
Linkedin: Tom Swales

If you have a question for the podcast or are interested in working with Matt, you can reach out at:

• Email: [email protected]
• Website: www.wellnesseducationdubai.com
• Instagram: @wellness_education_dubai
• Facebook: @mattmarneyfitness
• LinkedIn: Matt Marney (Wellness Education Dubai)

Magnus Mumby is a Nutritionist, Chef, Food Journalist, and the owner and founder of an award-winning catering company in Dubai that serves hundreds of schools across the UAE.

In this insightful conversation, Magnus and Matt discuss:

• The difference between real food and ultra-processed food
• The impact of ultra-processed food on physical and mental health
• The history of school meals in the UK and why food standards have declined so drastically
• The effect of poor nutrition on children’s mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing
• “Hidden goodness”: how Magnus incorporates wholesome ingredients into the meals he provides for school children
• Practical tips and advice for parents and school leaders on how to improve the nutritional value of the food we serve to children at school and at home

Want to connect with Magnus? See details below:

Website – www.foodnationme.com  

Email – [email protected]

Instagram @foodnationme

If you have a question for the podcast or are interested in working with Matt, you can reach out at:

• Email: [email protected]
• Website: www.wellnesseducationdubai.com
• Instagram: @wellness_education_dubai
• Facebook: @mattmarneyfitness
• LinkedIn: Matt Marney (Wellness Education Dubai)

Dr David Garley is a GP and co-founder of the better sleep clinic in the UK.

In this conversation, Dr David and Matt explore:

• Why sleep is so important
• Sleep architecture and the different stages
• Sleep hygiene
• Insomnia 
• Sleep apnea 
• Tips on how to improve all of the above

Want to connect with Dr David? See details below:

Website - www.thebettersleepclinicuk.co.uk

Email - [email protected]

Instagram @thebettersleepclinicuk

If you have a question for the podcast or are interested in working with Matt, you can reach out at:

• Email: [email protected]
• Website: www.wellnesseducationdubai.com
• Instagram: @wellness_education_dubai
• Facebook: @mattmarneyfitness
• LinkedIn: Matt Marney (Wellness Education Dubai)