If you struggle to keep on top of certain activities or you find a rigid schedule too constricting, you might be neurodivergent. And there are plenty of places you can turn to for support, and practical systems you can implement to thrive as a doctor. This episode is in partnership with the Physician Mums Facebook Group (PMGUK) . Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra Mentioned in this episode: Download Your Free Overwhelm SOS Guide Discover the simple, step-by-step process you need...
Mar 17, 2025•55 min•Ep. 262
The key to beating burnout is not more wellbeing webinars; it’s giving you agency and autonomy over your time. Here’s how you can start to take back control. Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra Get the Zone of Power handout Mentioned in this episode: ⭐️ Book Your FrogFest Ticket Now...
Mar 10, 2025•27 min•Ep. 261
Kindness builds trust in teams, and teams that trust each-other work more smoothly. When mistakes happen, they’re addressed from a place of positivity, not blame. Here’s what kindness is, and why it’s not just about being “nice”. Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra Visit our website for links and show notes Mentioned in this episode: ⭐️ Book Your FrogFest Ticket Now Download Your Free Overwhelm SOS Guide Discover the simple, step-by-step process you need to calm your mind, take c...
Mar 03, 2025•57 min•Ep. 260
Committing to behaviour change is one thing. Making it stick when life gets in the way or others’ needs conflict with yours is another matter. Alasdair Cant returns to explain how to keep going when change is tough. Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra Mentioned in this episode: Download Your Free Overwhelm SOS Guide Discover the simple, step-by-step process you need to calm your mind, take control of your tasks, and get yourself out of overwhelm. ⭐️ Book Your FrogFest Ticket Now...
Feb 24, 2025•1 hr•Ep. 259
If changing ingrained behaviours was easy, no-one would have unhealthy habits, work too much, or fail to enforce boundaries. Here’s what a behaviour change expert has to say about making positive choices that are aligned with what you really want. Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra Mentioned in this episode: ⭐️ Book Your FrogFest Ticket Now Download Your Free Overwhelm SOS Guide Discover the simple, step-by-step process you need to calm your mind, take control of your tasks, and...
Feb 17, 2025•15 min•Ep. 258
How to make the right decisions in the short-term so you don’t create problems in the long-term… featuring Brian the robot hoover. Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra Discover your Zone of Power Mentioned in this episode: ⭐️ Book Your FrogFest Ticket Now...
Feb 10, 2025•22 min•Ep. 257
What are your goals for the new year, and how do you plan to meet them? This conversation with former Paralympian Dr Kim Daybell will help you focus on what’s important, so you can have a happier, healthier, and more productive 2025. Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra Watch this episode’s bonus video Mentioned in this episode: ⭐️ Book Your FrogFest Ticket Now Download Your Free Overwhelm SOS Guide Discover the simple, step-by-step process you need to calm your mind, take control...
Feb 03, 2025•51 min•Ep. 256
How to beat perfectionism, people-pleasing, conflict-aversion, and the many other things that amplify your sense of overwhelm. Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra Get links to all our resources via our website Mentioned in this episode: ⭐️ Book Your FrogFest Ticket Now...
Jan 27, 2025•20 min•Ep. 255
Focusing on managing your time can lead to overwhelm and a sense that there’s just not enough. But with a few simple exercises, we can think about how we manage our energy, not our time. Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra Mentioned in this episode: Download Your Free Overwhelm SOS Guide Discover the simple, step-by-step process you need to calm your mind, take control of your tasks, and get yourself out of overwhelm. ⭐️ Book Your FrogFest Ticket Now...
Jan 20, 2025•46 min•Ep. 254
When someone asks “Have you got 5 minutes for a call?”, here’s how to set yourself up for success to ensure neither you or nor the other party feels defensive or unfairly treated in a conversation that could involve conflict. Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra Mentioned in this episode: ⭐️ Book Your FrogFest Ticket Now
Jan 13, 2025•20 min•Ep. 253
Shame has a toxic impact on individuals and teams. But there are practical steps we can take to minimise it and create safer, more open spaces. Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra Mentioned in this episode: ⭐️ Book Your FrogFest Ticket Now Download Your Free Overwhelm SOS Guide Discover the simple, step-by-step process you need to calm your mind, take control of your tasks, and get yourself out of overwhelm....
Jan 06, 2025•55 min•Ep. 252
Prioritising relaxation when you’re under stress is easier than it sounds – but it’s possible, and it starts with saying “f**k it”. Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra Mentioned in this episode: ⭐️ Book Your FrogFest Ticket Now Download Your Free Overwhelm SOS Guide Discover the simple, step-by-step process you need to calm your mind, take control of your tasks, and get yourself out of overwhelm....
Dec 30, 2024•1 hr
What’s it like to work in a high-stress job with autism, ADHD, or another neurodivergence, and how do we support colleagues whose brains work differently? Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra Mentioned in this episode: Download Your Free Overwhelm SOS Guide Discover the simple, step-by-step process you need to calm your mind, take control of your tasks, and get yourself out of overwhelm. ⭐️ Book Your FrogFest Ticket Now...
Dec 23, 2024•56 min
When someone brings a problem to your door, the first thing to ask is “is it mine to solve?” The second question is “What are the consequences if I let them solve it themselves?” Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra Mentioned in this episode: ⭐️ Book Your FrogFest Ticket Now
Dec 16, 2024•21 min•Ep. 251
How do you build a more sustainable career in an ever-shifting landscape? Is it all about “keeping up”? And what can we learn from the next generation of medical professionals? Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra Mentioned in this episode: ⭐️ Book Your FrogFest Ticket Now Download Your Free Overwhelm SOS Guide Discover the simple, step-by-step process you need to calm your mind, take control of your tasks, and get yourself out of overwhelm....
Dec 09, 2024•51 min•Ep. 250
Have you found yourself more irritable or tearful than usual? Are you losing sleep, avoiding things you enjoy, or beating yourself up about your own performance? Here’s how to spot stress before it becomes burnout. Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra Download the Stress Curve PDF Mentioned in this episode: ⭐️ Book Your FrogFest Ticket Now...
Dec 02, 2024•19 min•Ep. 249
How starting with 5 minutes of exercise a day helped a doctor go from liver disease to competing for his country in triathlons – and what small changes you can make now that will compound to improve your long-term quality of life. Get exclusive episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra Get more links and show notes via our website Mentioned in this episode: ⭐️ Book Your FrogFest Ticket Now Download Your Free Overwhelm SOS Guide Discover the simple, step-by-step process you need to calm your min...
Nov 25, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 248
We often feel guilty for things out of our control. But why should we feel guilty about things we aren’t responsible for? Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra Join the You Are Not a Frog Facebook group
Nov 19, 2024•53 min
When we see choices or behaviours as simply “right” or “wrong”, we end up making decisions based on fear and judgement. But there’s an easier approach, and it’s 800 years old. Download the episode’s podsheet . You can use it for reflection and to submit for your appraisal as part of your CPD. Join the You Are Not a Frog Facebook group Mentioned in this episode: ⭐️ Book Your FrogFest Ticket Now...
Nov 18, 2024•18 min•Ep. 247
How novels, poetry, or a gripping film can help us lighten the emotional load, discuss difficult feelings, and allow us to become more resilient. Download the episode’s podsheet . You can use it for reflection and to submit for your appraisal as part of your CPD. Join the You Are Not a Frog Facebook group Bedside Reading – Tara’s podcast Find more links and resources via our website Mentioned in this episode: ⭐️ Book Your FrogFest Ticket Now Download Your Free Overwhelm SOS Guide Discover the si...
Nov 11, 2024•47 min•Ep. 246
The advice for dealing with overwhelm is so often to do more, but what we really need is to rest. This quick dip provides a framework to help you reconnect with what you need, so you can make time for it instead of trying to tackle it with todo lists. Download our Overwhelm SOS Toolkit – Free download How to retreat when you can’t go on retreat – Free download Download the episode’s podsheet . You can use it for reflection and to submit for your appraisal as part of your CPD. Join the You Are No...
Nov 04, 2024•22 min•Ep. 245
Decision fatigue and fear of uncertainty can lead us to feeling stuck, unable to move forwards. In this episode, Dr Claire Plumbly returns with practical guidance on making decisions from a place of stability. Download the episode’s podsheet . You can use it for reflection and to submit for your appraisal as part of your CPD. Join the You Are Not a Frog Facebook group Burnout: How to Manage Your Nervous System Before it Manages You – Dr Claire’s book Mentioned in this episode: ⭐️ Book Your FrogF...
Oct 28, 2024•49 min•Ep. 244
When’s the last time you stopped and asked yourself what you truly want, or whether what you’re doing right now is right for you? In this quick dip, Rachel offers a series of questions you can ask yourself to help you find those “hell yeah!” opportunities, and avoid the “hell no!” obligations. Download the episode’s podsheet . You can use it for reflection and to submit for your appraisal as part of your CPD. Join the You Are Not a Frog Facebook group Mentioned in this episode: ⭐️ Book Your Frog...
Oct 21, 2024•18 min•Ep. 243
Challenges and failures help teach problem-solving and emotional regulation. So how can we as parents promote independence while still being a source of safety for our kids? Download the episode’s podsheet . You can use it for reflection and to submit for your appraisal as part of your CPD. Join the You Are Not a Frog Facebook group Get more links and show notes via our website Mentioned in this episode: ⭐️ Book Your FrogFest Ticket Now Download Your Free Overwhelm SOS Guide Discover the simple,...
Oct 14, 2024•56 min•Ep. 242
When everything feels urgent – or when other colleagues’ “urgent” stuff lands on your desk – it can feel impossible to get your other important work done. So how can you manage your time so that you can do the stuff that really matters? The stuff that isn’t just urgent, but is important to you and your practice? Download the episode’s podsheet . You can use it for reflection and to submit for your appraisal as part of your CPD. Join the You Are Not a Frog Facebook group Mentioned in this episode...
Oct 07, 2024•20 min•Ep. 241
Are you doing what you’re really meant for? If you’re not sure, how can you find out? And if you’re not where you think you should be, how can you find work that better fits your purpose? Download the episode’s podsheet . You can use it for reflection and to submit for your appraisal as part of your CPD. Join the You Are Not a Frog Facebook group Solving for Why: A Surgeon's Journey to Discover the Transformative Power of Purpose – Mark’s book Mentioned in this episode: Download Your Free Overwh...
Sep 30, 2024•42 min•Ep. 240
When’s the last time you complained at someone for something they “should” have done, only to feel bad about it later? We all do it, and it’s usually because a core need isn’t being met. This quick dip will help you identify those needs so you can take steps to meet them. Download the episode’s podsheet . You can use it for reflection and to submit for your appraisal as part of your CPD. Join the You Are Not a Frog Facebook group Download our free Overwhelm SMS Toolkit Mentioned in this episode:...
Sep 23, 2024•24 min•Ep. 239
Are you feeling challenged and stretched in a healthy way at work? Are your unique skills being used to their fullest? If not, what might be holding you back from taking a leap into a career that can offer greater fulfilment and happiness? Download the episode’s podsheet . You can use it for reflection and to submit for your appraisal as part of your CPD. Join the You Are Not a Frog Facebook group Get more links and show notes from our website Mentioned in this episode: Download Your Free Overwh...
Sep 16, 2024•44 min•Ep. 238
You can ignore the stone in your shoe for a few steps, but after a while it becomes unbearable and potentially harmful. The same is true of those nagging thoughts and doubts we have about work. Download the episode’s podsheet . You can use it for reflection and to submit for your appraisal as part of your CPD. Join the You Are Not a Frog Facebook group Mentioned in this episode: ⭐️ Book Your FrogFest Ticket Now...
Sep 09, 2024•21 min•Ep. 237
Are the things you do to blow off steam really helping you, or are you bringing aspects of your work life into your hobbies? This is a remix of episode 188 , edited to highlight the most impactful points and key takeaways. Download the episode’s podsheet . You can use it for reflection and to submit for your appraisal as part of your CPD. Join the You Are Not a Frog Facebook group Mentioned in this episode: ⭐️ Book Your FrogFest Ticket Now...
Sep 02, 2024•16 min•Ep. 236
