You Are Not A Frog
Episodes
Summer Replay 2022 Episode 5
30 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you facing a challenge at the moment, or feeling like you could do with some guidance when it comes to choosing your direction? Then our final Sum...
Summer Replay 2022 Episode 4
23 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel like everyone around you is a highly-skilled, super competent professional - and you’re just winging it? Everyone’s experienced self-dou...
Summer Replay 2022 Episode 3
16 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you feeling frustrated, resentful or fed up with work - but not sure if you want to break up with your career entirely? In this replay, Dr Pauline...
Summer Replay 2022 Episode 2
09 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the second of our Summer replays, join Corrina Gordon-Barnes to learn how to make better decisions by taking a different perspective; the key to cr...
Summer Replay 2022 Episode 1
02 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We’re kicking off our summer replay series with Dr Richard Pile, and his take on how to reconnect with your meaning and purpose in life. In this con...
What to Do if You're Stressed AND Bored
26 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We all know the overwhelm that comes from working in healthcare. But we often overlook the toxic combination that is stress and boredom. This happens ...
How to Say F**k it and Become Ridiculously Relaxed (even about stuff that REALLY matters) with John C Parkin
19 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Healthcare professionals and people in demanding careers often accept stress as a way of life. However, unchecked stress will someday lead to burnout ...
How to Cope With Trauma on the Frontline
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you seen stuff at work that has affected you deeply? Do you sometimes wonder if keeping calm and carrying on as usual is possibly not the best th...
After Burnout: Planning a Working Life You Want with Dr. Katya Miles
05 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
While taking time away from work, you may realize that your career path is not what you wanted it to be. You might find that many things need to chang...
After Burnout: Going Back to Work with Dr Katya Miles
28 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When major issues occur in your life, it’s often necessary to take a break and deal with them, and of course there’s also the other reasons we tak...
Using Nature to Answer Your Big Questions With Henri Stevenson
21 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Many of us spend most of our days within the four walls of our home and workplace. With everything we have to do, it seems challenging to set aside a ...
How to Say No and Deal with Pushback
14 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of You Are Not a Frog, Annie Hanekom guides you through how to say no and deal with the inevitable pushback. She shares the importance...
How to Change When Change is Scary
07 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Change can definitely be scary. However, it doesn’t always have to be a difficult and terrifying experience. Dr Claire Kaye is back on the podcast t...
How to Live With No Regrets with Georgina Scull
31 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you truly know what it means to live a life without regrets? Too often, we get stuck chasing dreams that aren't even our own or don't take action t...
How to Be Happy at Work with Sarah Metcalfe
24 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Joining us to talk about finding happiness in your workplace is Sarah Metcalfe. The founder of Happiness Coffee Consulting shares the importance of be...
How to Be a (Happy) Working Parent with Corrina Gordon Barnes
17 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Corrina Gordon-Barnes joins us to discuss the common struggles of working parents and the things we need to unlearn. She shares how t...
Making Online Meetings Work with John Monks
10 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you sick of spending all day in front of your screen? While it is convenient to conduct online meetings, it can also feel tiring not meeting peopl...
How to Improve Your Mental Health in 10 Minutes with Dr Lee David
03 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What do you tend to do when you're feeling overwhelmed by negative thoughts or stress? Most of us want to "fix" negative emotions – but this approac...
How to Manage Upwards (and Sideways)
26 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Every workplace has a hierarchy. Whether you are a trainee, a colleague, or a boss (or all three!), the hierarchy can influence everything from everyd...
The Surprising Power of Self Coaching (and How to Do it Well)
19 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Some problems are a breeze to solve, but others can leave you dithering for ages. Ignore them for too long, and they’ll catch up, but face them with...
What I Got So Wrong About Mindfulness and How it Might Transform Your Life
29 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Steve Pratt joins us to discover the benefits of mindfulness. We talk about how mindfulness is used to be able to live happier and less anx...
How to Find Peace and Happiness, Even in a Life You Haven't Chosen
22 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever find yourself questioning whether you’re on the right path? Or maybe you’re struggling to find meaning in what you do? So many of us f...
How to Get an Appraisal That Doesn't Suck
15 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Doctors and healthcare professionals are so busy that they would rather do other things than spend hours working on their appraisals. However, apprais...
What to Do When a Junior is Badmouthing Your Colleagues
08 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Ed Pooley joins us in this episode to discuss what we should do when we see inappropriate behaviour like badmouthing. He shares how we can manage d...
Why We're Ditching the Term 'Imposter Syndrome'
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone’s experienced self-doubt at some point. However, downplaying our accomplishments and skills might lead to negative self-talk. That's not to...
What to Do When You Start to See Red?
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you find yourself stuck in a pattern of aggressive conversations in certain situations? Do you ever wonder why those conversations trigger you? It ...
How to Stop People Pleasing and Absorbing Other People's Angst
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Karen Forshaw and Chrissie Mowbray join us to discuss how our core beliefs shape the way we respond to situations. When taken too far, empathy and ...
Is it Possible to Have Fun at Work?
08 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When was the last time you had fun at work? Dr Kathryn Owler joins us in this episode to discuss the importance of having a fun mindset at work. ...
What We Wish We'd Learnt at Med School
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Ed Pooley and Dr Hussain Gandhi join us to discuss critical management skills they wish they had learned at med school. We also talked about how yo...
Defining Your Own Success in Life
25 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We all have our own take on what success looks like. Throughout our careers, we’ve conditioned ourselves to work extra hard to get to where we want ...
How to Stop Worrying When There’s a Lot to Worry About
18 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of YANAF, we’re talking about worry and anxiety, particularly rational worry and anxiety. You know the phrases, don’t worry, it’...
The Simplest Way to Beat Stress and Work Happier
11 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr Giles P. Croft joins us to discuss how stress starts with our thoughts and emotions. He talks about how the mind works and its ten...
How to Cope With Nightmare Relatives and Colleagues Without Losing the Plot
21 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Holidays and celebrations often come with their own set of obstacles and difficulties. Our idea of a perfect holiday never happens because our own ass...
How Not to Settle for the Way it's Always Been Done
14 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve got a lot to handle in the medical field — irate patients, pressure to succeed, and who knows what else? But sometimes, the problem is the s...
Why FAIL is Not a 4-Letter Word
07 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Drs Claire Edwin, Sally Ross, and Taj Hassan join us to discuss how we can manage and deal with our failures more effectively. We explore the idea tha...
Making Helpful Habits Stick
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sheela Hobden joins us to discuss how we can harness the power of checklists to create a routine! When people fail to reach their goals, they often ju...
Dealing With the Guilt of Not Being Okay
23 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Nik Kendrew unravels why we experience overwhelming guilt when bad things happen to us. He also shares some tips, techniques, and resources to cope...
How to Deal With Criticism When You've Reached Your Limit
16 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Sarah Coope joins me to talk about the workload of medical professionals and the benefits of setting boundaries while dealing with criticisms amids...
Why it’s Easier to Talk About Football Than Feelings with Dr Naren Senthil Nathan
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Naren Senthil Nathan joins us to talk about what makes it hard for people to talk about their feelings. He shares that the first step is acknowledg...
What to Do When Your Strengths Have Side Effects with Dr Joanna Bircher
02 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Joanna Bircher talks about essential leadership skills and the impact of our personalities, motivations, and strengths on our teams. She explains w...
How to Deal With Difficult Meetings with Jane Gunn
26 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we hear from the expert in conflict management and mediation, Jane Gunn. She discusses important tips to keep in mind in order to hos...
3 Conversations Which Will Get You Unstuck with Annie Hanekom
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Annie Hanekom joins us to share the three important conversations you need to have — with yourself and with others — to help you get unstuck. We d...
How to Reconnect With Your Purpose in Life with Dr Richard Pile
12 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Richard Pile and Rachel do a deep dive into what it means to have a meaningful, purpose-driven life. We also explore the concept of ikigai and how ...
How to Delegate, Do it, or Drop it with Anna Dearmon Kornick
05 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Anna Dearmon Kornick teaches us strategies for managing time and determining when to delegate. She also explains why time management is heart manageme...
How to Avoid Becoming the Second Victim with Dr Caraline Wright & Dr Lizzie Sweeting
28 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr Caraline Wright and Dr Lizzie Sweeting discuss the second victim phenomenon. They explain why patient safety incidents are occupat...
How to Break Up With Your Toxic Relationship With Your Career with Dr Pauline Morris
21 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr Pauline Morris shares common pitfalls that create unsustainable work habits. She also explains why staying in your comfort zone ca...
What to Do About Bitching and Backbiting with Dr Edward Pooley
14 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Dr Edward Pooley teaches us how to respond when colleagues make inappropriate comments about others. He gives us concrete steps to prepare ...
Should I Stay or Should I Go? with Corrina Gordon-Barnes
07 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Corrina Gordon-Barnes joins us to share how to better relationships and take control and stay in your zone of power. She explains how to make a good d...
Summer Replay Series: The One About Alcohol with Dr. Giles P. Croft
31 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Over the summer we’ve curated a series of past You Are Not A Frog episodes to help you reflect, take stock, and to help you get some headspace as yo...
Summer Replay Series: Productivity Hacks for a Calm, Effective Life with Dr. Gandalf
24 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Over the summer we’ve curated a series of past You Are Not A Frog episodes to help you reflect, take stock, and to help you get some headspace as yo...
Summer Replay Series: How to be an adult with Ebonie Allard
17 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Over the summer we’ve curated a series of past You Are Not A Frog episodes to help you reflect, take stock, and to help you get some headspace as yo...
Summer Replay Series: Treat Others How THEY Would Like to Be Treated with Gitanjali Trevorrow-Seymour
10 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Over the summer we’ve curated a series of past You Are Not A Frog episodes to help you reflect, take stock, and help you get some headspace as you p...
Summer Replay Series: How to Do Conflict Well with Jane Gunn
03 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Over the summer we’ve curated a series of past You Are Not A Frog episodes to help you reflect, take stock, and help you get some headspace as you p...
Summer Replay Series: Eff-It Living with John C Parkin
27 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Over the summer we’ve curated a series of past You Are Not A Frog episodes to help you reflect, take stock, and to help you get some headspace as yo...
How to Ditch the Saviour Complex and Feel More Alive with Rob Bell
20 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Rob Bell, Speaker and New York Times Bestselling Author joins us to discuss the perils of the saviour complex and why we try to keep on hus...
Complaints and How to Survive Them E5: What Should I Do When I Think a Complaint is Unfair? and Other Questions with Drs Sarah Coope, George Wright, Samantha White, and Andrew Tressider
13 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Drs Sarah Coope, George Wright, Samanta White, and Andrew Tressider join us in this episode to discuss how you can adjust your perspective about compl...
Gaslighting and Other Ways We’re Abused at Work: What’s Really Going on? with Dr James Costello
06 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr James Costello joins us in this episode to talk about gaslighting, relational abuse and the insidious ways that organisations and individuals can u...
How to Have Crucial Conversations with Dr Ed Pooley
29 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Edward Pooley joins us again to teach us how to communicate well. He discusses the three strands of communication and explains how to be aware of t...
Complaints and How to Survive Them E4: Creating a Workplace Where it's OK to Fail with Prof Susan Fairlie and Dr Jane Sturgess
22 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Prof Susan Fairley and Dr Jane Sturgess join us in this episode to discuss how to create a workplace where you can handle difficult conversations and ...
The Ups and Downs of Being a Man-Frog with Dr Chris Hewitt
15 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Joining us in this episode is Dr. Chris Hewitt who also uses the metaphor of a man-frog in coaching professionals to have a better work-life balance. ...
Complaints and How to Survive Them E3: Surviving the Process
08 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Drs Jessica Harland, Heidi Mounsey and Caroline Walker join us in this episode to discuss how to survive the process of receiving and going through a ...
When Soft and Fluffy Met Coronavirus with Steve Andrews
01 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Andrews joins us to share the five important questions that will help you check in with your colleagues, rather than check up on them. Through t...
Complaints and How to Survive Them E2: What to Do When You Make a Mistake with Drs Clare Devlin and Dr John Powell
25 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you live in fear that you’ll make a mistake at work? When it does happen, do you find it hard to cope and move forwards?Doctors and other profess...
How to Give Yourself Permission to Thrive with Dr Katya Miles
18 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Dr Katya Miles returns to talk to us about spotting burnout and giving yourself permission to thrive.Episode Highlights[05:53] Overcoming P...
Complaints and How to Survive Them E1: Preparing to Fail Well with Drs Sarah Coope, Annalene Weston and Sheila Bloomer
11 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A complaint or investigation is one of the most stressful things you can experience as a healthcare professional, and this is true no matter what sort...
Denial, Displacement and Other Ways We Neglect Ourselves with Dr Andrew Tresidder
04 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Andrew Tresidder joins us to talk about denial, displacement and other ways medical practitioners and other professionals in high stress jobs negle...
Tech Tips for Happy Hybrid Working with Dr Hussain Gandhi
27 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Hussain Gandhi, or Dr. Gandalf of eGPlearning, joins us in this episode. He is a GP, PCN director, and host of the eGP Learning Podblast that shar...
How to Escape the Drama Triangle and Stop Rescuing People
20 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Annie Hanekom chats with Rachel about how we need to step out of the drama triangle to have a better and healthier relationship with ...
Managing Your Time in a System Which Sucks with Dr Ed Pooley
08 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Ed Pooley joins us to share his take on time management techniques for busy individuals.Episode Highlights[05:38] The Importance of Maturity and Ex...
EASTER REPLAY: What we're talking about when we talk about compassion fatigue
06 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We're having a short break over Easter but I wanted to share one of our earlier episodes with you again. This was recorded and released long before th...
How to Find Your Tribe: The PMGUK Story with Dr Nazia Haider and Dr Katherine Hickman
30 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel lonely and isolated at work? Do you feel as if you have no one with whom to share your issues? Are you looking for your tribe—your commu...
Working Well - From Anywhere! with Dr Katya Miles
23 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered why you feel so exhausted even if you’ve just been at home all day? If your someone who works from home a lot more than ...
Create a Career You’ll Love with Dr Claire Kaye
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Dr Claire Kaye joins us to discuss how we can find the career we love. We share tips and talk about networking, diversifying and overcoming...
How Safe Do You Feel at Work with Scott Chambers
09 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Scott Chambers joins us to talk about psychological safety in teams.Episode Highlights[11:29] What Does Low Psychological Safety Look Like?...
Make Time for What Matters with Liz O’Riordan
02 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel like you’re constantly chasing your tail in everything you do? Have you ever felt like you’d be more productive and successful if you ...
The Revolutionary Art of Breathing with Richard Jamieson
23 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Richard Jamieson joins us to discuss how using breathing techniques can help you de-stress and keep calm.Episode Highlights[05:14] The Acce...
Bringing Your Best Self to Work with Dr Sarah Goulding
16 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Sarah Goulding joins me to discuss how you can bring your best self to work without leaving bits of you behind.Episode Highlights[05:54] Sarah’s ...
Staying Positive Through COVID – Getting Back to Basics with Dr Amrita Sen Mukherjee
09 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Amrita Sen Mukherjee discusses how we need to get back to basics to make sure we're supporting ourselves and others in these uncertain times.E...
Passing the Naughty Monkey Back with Dr Amit Sharma
02 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Amit Sharma joins to discuss the effects of taking on too many of other people’s burdens and how you can prevent them from weighing you down.Epis...
What to Do When You’re Out of Fuel with Dr Jess Harvey
26 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Dr Jess Harvey joins me to share her experience with burnout. We also discuss how you can take care of yourself and top tips for burnt out ...
How to Survive Even When Times are Tough with Dr. Caroline Walker
19 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Dr Caroline Walker joins us on another episode of the COVID-19 Supporting Doctors series to share key strategies you need to learn to keep ...
Self-Coaching for Success with Dr Karen Castille, OBE
12 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt stuck and wish you knew what to do next? Many people with high-stress jobs find themselves with competing priorities and too much t...
The Self-Help Book Group on Happiness with Dr. Nik Kendrew
15 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You Are Not A Frog regular Nik Kendrew joins me to discuss the concept of happiness. We also talk about perfectionism and fear. At the end of the show...
Creating a Workplace that Works with Dr. Sonali Kinra
08 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Sonali Kinra joins us in this episode to discuss why people leave their jobs and how to prevent it from happening. We talk about the importance of ...
A Social Dilemma? with Dr James Thambyrajah
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Social media is known for its benefits in creating and maintaining connections. It’s also designed to provide us with information—often too conven...
Bullying in the Workplace with Dr Adam Harrison
24 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Bullying doesn’t just happen in the schoolyard — it can happen anywhere, even in the workplace. Workplace bullying and harassment can adversely af...
Fertiliser for Your Brain with Michael Ledzion
17 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Michael Ledzion joins us to discuss the cognitive benefits of exercising. We talk about how you can start making small changes in your rout...
Very Nice People and Other Deadly Perils
10 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What could be harming you when it comes to spending time with very nice people? Why does this week’s guest stick a picture of a chimp to her compute...
The One About Alcohol
03 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Giles P Croft is back to chat with Rachel about his experiences of an unplanned (but surprisingly great) year of sobriety following a revolutionary...
How to Work Flexibly, Without the Stress
27 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, Rachel and Dr Surina Chibber share what they have learnt from years of flexible working to help you become more successful a...
How to Be More Anti-Racist
20 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This year, the issue of racial discrimination is forefront in our minds. It exists in every profession and every walk of life. It exists in ways we do...
A Year of the Frog
13 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The week’s episode is a special one as the Frog celebrates a year of podcasting! So this episode turns the table as YANAF regular, Dr Nik Kendrew, p...
How to Stay Calm and Focused in the Face of Uncertainty
06 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week Rachel is joined once more by Dr Caroline Walker, otherwise known as The Joyful Doctor to look at what on earth has happened over the past 6...
Freeing Yourself from the Money Trap
29 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When we’re starting out in our careers, there’s a lot to remember, to consider and a lot that we’re not prepared for. For doctors, dentists...
The Self Help Book Group No 2 with Nik Kendrew
22 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you sometimes sacrifice your health and happiness for work? Are you unsure of why you do it, or what you can do?It’s a surprisingly common trait ...
Looking After Your People Through COVID and Beyond
15 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We may be returning to something of a more normal working life, but there is still a lot of change ahead of us and we face continuing challenges both ...
How to Have a Courageous Conversation
08 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Just before lockdown, Rachel recorded this episode that specifically deals with helping individuals and teams manage those difficult conversations tha...
Default to Happy
01 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In our first podcast back after the summer break, Rachel talks with Dr Giles P Croft about his take on how to beat stress and burnout. Giles is ...
Rest. The final frontier
28 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Rachel is joined by Sheela Hobden, Professional Certified Coach, wellbeing expert and fellow Shapes Toolkit facilitator. We talk abou...
How to ACT Instead of Stewing on Your Thoughts
21 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Rachel is joined by Dr Shani Langdon, a Clinical Psychologist specialising in mindfulness-based approaches. In this episode we discus...