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If youâre neurodiverseâŚ
Or know someone who is constantly battling an exhausting cycle of trying to fit in to workplaces that just donât seem to get themâŚ
Or youâre an employer and want to better understand how you create a more inclusive workplaceâŚ
You need to get Lillie Jamieson and her sister Alex on speed dial.
Because after receiving their own diagnoses for ADHD and autism and realising that it was the workplace that needed to change, not them, they created a business helping those with neurodevelopmental differences break through barriers at work.
And with just 22% of people with autism in some kind of paid work and research suggesting that up to 50% of managers feel uncomfortable employing anyone with ADHD, change canât come soon enough.
Why you should tune in
Hear what happened when Lillie and Alex launched their business in lockdown and what Lillie learned about her own communication style. Discover exactly what Send it to Alex does and how it can help you or someone you care about, and learn why sometimes, youâve got to take a step back to move forward.
Hereâs what to listen out for:
[03:50] Realising you donât fit into a company.
[05:49] Launching a safe space for neurodiverse people during lockdown.
[09:30] How do you adapt to different communication styles?
[13:58] The shocking stats around autism and employment.
[17:10] What studies say about inclusive workplaces.
[19:10] When moving forward is actually about taking a step back.
If you believe more inclusive, equitable workplaces should already be at the top of the agenda, donât just tune into this podcast. Spread the word!
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We all know gender inequality exists in the workplace.
But thereâs another kind of bias thatâs been quietly derailing womenâs careers⌠and itâs time we brought it into the spotlight.
According to Napala Pratini, co-founder of Habitual, a revolutionary digital platform helping people lose weight and reverse type 2 diabetes, studies show that women living with obesity are often seen as âless productive, less professional, lacking in self-discipline and less likely to leadâ.
Meanwhile, men? They can be overweight and still get a pass to top. đ¤Ż
But there is hope as well as powerful tools for change.
Tune in to hear:
đ§ How society and employers judge women based on weight
đ§ Why weight-loss medication alone isnât the answer
đ§ How Habitual combines science, behaviour change, and mindset work to support long-term transformation
Hereâs what to listen out for:
Hereâs what to listen out for:
[00:46] What is Habitual?
[02:53] How does weight affect your career?
[05:53] Where could your weight-loss journey take you?
[07:42] Is weight-loss medication the silver bullet itâs being painted to be?
[11:45] How do you deal with other peopleâs perception of a ânew youâ?
If youâve ever felt judged or held back because of your appearance, this episode will validate your experience â and give you the tools to fight back.
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Feeling like your energyâs on empty? Struggling to climb the stairs without needing a breather? Metabolism slowed to a snailâs pace?
Welcome to the rollercoaster of perimenopause and post-menopause, where hormones go haywire, energy tanks, and your body suddenly seems to be working against you.
But you donât have to just push through the fatigue, brain fog, and muscle loss any longer.
In this episode of Career Interrupted, womenâs health, fitness and wellbeing coach Alison Urquhart reveals her nutrition and strength training strategies that are helping women in their 40s, 50s, and beyond feel stronger, leaner, and more alive than they have in years.
What youâll discover:
â Why women in midlife must lift weightsâ The magic of protein for fat loss, muscle retention, and hormone balance
â Simple, actionable tips to start fuelling your body the right way.
What to listen out for:
[01:24] Feeling like youâve hit a wall? Youâre not alone.
[07:49] The #1 reason women over 40 should lift weights
[11:07] Exactly how much protein you should be eating in perimenopause
[13:27] Easy, protein-packed foods to boost energy and strength
[17:03] The best time to eat after a workout to support recoverySo, if youâre wondering how much protein you need and exactly what you should be eating to hit your daily quota, press play on this episode of Career Interrupted and get set to feel stronger, happier and healthier through your 40s, 50s and beyond.
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Would you walk away from a high-paying jobâŚ
âŚwith no backup plan, a new baby, and a hefty mortgage on a new house?
This was exactly the situation Dr Victoria Stakelum was faced with when she returned from maternity leave and found the toxic culture sheâd worked so hard to transform had returned⌠in little more than 8 weeks.
Faced with a choice between job security and integrity, Victoria opted to take a big, bold leap into the unknown and resigned.And she had one of the best years of her life.
Why you should tune in
In this episode, youâll hear how Victoria tapped into a hustle mindset, rewrote her career story, and why she believes curiosity is the ultimate superpower when you have no safety net.
Whether you're stuck in a job that's draining you or dreaming of a life that feels more aligned to who you really are, you need to hear this.Here's what to listen out for:
[01:17] Dealing with a toxic workplace.
[08:36] The surprising gifts of a hustle mentality.
[11:21] What no one tells you about going solo.
[17:06] The internal obstacles that hold us back.
[21:06] Why curiosity can be your compass.
[23:35] What it really takes to retrain and reinvent yourself.
Dr Victoria Stakelumâs story is proof that your most terrifying leap in life could lead to your most powerful transformation.Love our podcast? Leave a review and get hold of our Quick Start Podcast Guide.
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Heavy, painful periods: the ÂŁ8.4 billion problem nobody was solving.
Youâve seen the ads â smiling women skipping through their âtime of the monthâ like itâs no big deal.
But if you live with heavy, painful periods, you know the truth is anything but.
Crippling pain, constant leaks and anxiety about leaving the house without a change of clothes.And itâs not just your body and emotions taking a hit â your wallet feels it too, from the endless sanitary products to the lost workdays. In fact, periods cost the economy a staggering ÂŁ8.4 billion every year.
Enough is enough â and Anna Maxwell agrees.
In this episode, youâll hear how Anna decided to stop waiting around for change. After leading the charge to bring the first over-the-counter contraceptive pill to market, her company, Maxwellia, is now tackling one of womenâs most overlooked health issues: heavy periods.
Why should you tune in?
Youâll hear how Annaâs breakthrough medications are making it easier than ever to manage debilitating periods without a prescription. Plus, youâll find out the pivotal moment that set her on this mission â itâs a story that will leave you fired up and encourage every woman to stop suffering in silence.Here's what to listen out for:
[00:31] Ditching the 9-to-5 to travel the world and finding a new path.[04:20] How investing in yourself can open doors you never imagined.
[12:40] The most significant revolution in womenâs health in 60 years.
[15:14] The ÂŁ8.4 billion problem no oneâs talking about.
[16:31] Real solutions for period pain and heavy bleeding.
[20:07] The fight to keep girls in sport.
[23:21] Why ânever give upâ isnât just a clichĂŠ.
If heavy, painful periods are part of your life or someone you love is dealing with them, this episode is a must-listen.
Tune in now and discover how a simple chat with your pharmacist could change everything.
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If you think itâs too late to reinvent yourself and turn the seed of a business idea into something that can make an impact, Laura Harnettâs story is one for you.
After setting up Seep, an eco-friendly cleaning tools business that has sold (among other things) more than a million plastic-free, 100% compostable sponge scourers, Laura went on Dragonsâ Den and won investment from the Dragons she came in to impress.
Now, this eco-conscious entrepreneur has a hotline to Deborah Meaden and Trinny Woodall that Laura is using to help her build an empire. đĽ
So tune in to hear:
⨠How finding a lump in her breast while in the shower one morning changed everything for Laura..
⨠Lauraâs nerve-wracking Dragons' Den experience (and what you DON'T see on TV!).
⨠Some shocking stats about the gender gap in private equity investment and why we all need to support female-founded businesses.
Hereâs what to listen out for:[01:11] Receiving a life-changing diagnosis.
[04:01] Having a big idea and taking risks.
[05:47] Whatâs it like to pitch on Dragonsâ Den?
[09:44] The motto any entrepreneur needs to live by.
[11:10] Looking for investment? This stat might shock you.
[12:49] Donât miss this awesome discount.
So press that play button and then hop onto Seepâs website to use your 20% discount code mentioned in the episode (valid until the end of April 2025).
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Would a life-changing health diagnosis stop you in your tracks or spur you on to create something extraordinary?
For Georgina Colman, being diagnosed with MS has been the catalyst for a business that is making a difference to the lives of disabled people around the UK.
And it all started when Georgina made a startling observation while out shopping with her son: she saw discounts everywhere for students, carers and parents, but nothing for those living with a disability.
Her solution is Purpl, the UKâs first disability discount site. đđ˝
Why should you tune in?
Discover the impact that Georginaâs diagnosis had and why she has chosen to believe that everything in life happens for a reason. And hear Georgina's ultimate goal for her business and how she is using TikTok to support her mission.
Here's what to listen out for:
[00:33] How living with a disability impacts daily life.
[04:20] The inspiration behind Purpl.
[07:47] Done not perfect.
[08:51] Why anything is possible.
If you're looking for a story of resilience, innovation and hope, this podcast episode is a must-listen.
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Losing a job once is tough. Losing it twice? Thatâs an emotional rollercoaster that forces you to dig deep.
For Avneet Sachdeva, her redundancies were a challenge, but they also became an opportunity to channel her entrepreneurial spirit. And today, she empowers women to embrace a wealth mindset as a wealth coach (her Insta is jam-packed with clever tips!).What does it mean to be wealthy?
But Avneet believes that being wealthy isnât just about money â itâs about having the confidence and freedom to create the life you want so you can make an impact.
If youâre wondering how to start, this episode will help you reframe redundancy and rethink what wealth and success can look like.
đ§ Tune in now to hear:
[00:43] When career interruptions feel personal.
[06:36] The biggest fear of starting again.
[09:24] When a side hustle becomes something more.
[11:29] Handling rejection.
[14:53] Creating wealth mindfully.
[15:31] Keep going while keeping yourself going.
[22:26] Why changing your calendar can change your life.
[25:42:] The power of your intuition in shaping success.
đ If you're ready to take control of your path to financial and career success, hit play now! âśď¸âśď¸âśď¸ đ§đ§đ§
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What does âwinningâ mean to you?
As a World Champion rower, three-time Olympian and Olympic silver medallist, Cath Bishop spent a decade embedded in a high-performance winning culture.
But when Cath transitioned from the world of elite sport into diplomacy, she expected to leave the will to win behind. Instead, she discovered that from classrooms to boardrooms, society is obsessed with winning,
And itâs an obsession that is holding us back.We chase trophies, titles, and numbers, believing they define success. But as Cath points out in this episode, we see time and time again that a fleeting moment of glory leaves many feeling unfilled.
For Cath, itâs time to embrace a new definition of success, one that prioritises collaboration, long-term growth and real impact.
So tune in to hear:
[02:54] The importance of learning to adapt.
[08:25] Choosing to thrive in the freelance world.
[09:57] Finding your USP.
[12:15] How an obsession with winning can hold you back.
[15:42] How to think differently about winning.
[19:07] Have you said this?
If youâre curious about how you can redefine winning in your life, press play now. âśď¸âśď¸âśď¸
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*This podcast episode discusses trauma, which some listeners may find triggering.
In 1989, tanks rolled into Tiananmen Square, and the world watched in horror as a brutal moment in history unfolded.
But for Philippa Smethurst, who was teaching in China at the time, the impact was more than headline â it was witnessed firsthand in the tear-streaked faces of her students, mourning friends and loved ones lost to the violence.
Without realising it, Philippa became a lightning rod for their trauma.
Decades later, as a psychotherapist, she continues to help people unpack the hidden wounds they carry. Because trauma isnât just a moment in time â itâs something that can linger in our bodies, shaping the way we react, trust, and navigate the world.
In our latest Career Interrupted podcast episode, Philippa shares powerful insights from her 30 years of experience, breaking down the ways trauma manifests â from fight, flight, freeze, and dissociation to trust issues and brain hijacking.
What to listen out for:
[01:28] Witnessing a watershed moment in history.
[05:50] Dealing with micro traumas.
[10:53] The trauma thermometer.
[14:46] Develop a noticing brain.
[19:38] The stale gingerbread man.
[26:50] Treat yourself as if you matter.
What youâll take away from this episode:âď¸ How to recognise trauma responses in yourself and others
âď¸ The lessons that can come out of dealing with trauma
âď¸ Practical steps to build resilience and reclaim control
Plus, Philippa shows off her fun visual tools to help you understand trauma in a whole new way (say hello to the âstale gingerbread manâ!!!) Youâll want to tune in for that alone!
đ§ Press play now âśď¸âśď¸âśď¸Love our podcast? Leave a review and get hold of our Quick Start Podcast Guide.
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Letâs be honest: most of us want more of it, and most of us want the money we do have to work harder for us.
What if you could download a free app that looked at your current finances and then helped you make a plan to get them to where you want them to be?
Enter Elisabeth Prager, the co-founder of Alia Money, the personal trainer you can pop in your pocket that helps you master your money.
Because hereâs the scary thing: according to the most recent report from the World Economic Forum, it will take 134 years â roughly 5 generations â before women achieve parity with men when it comes to wealth, health, educational attainment and political empowerment.
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No one should have to wait that long.
But Elisabeth isnât just here to help you get financially fit.
Hereâs why you need to tune in
Elisabethâs also reveals what happens when you realise youâre in a job you donât love anymore, the lessons sheâs learned from her two career interruptions, why we should all lean into making it up as we go along, and the awesome advice her mum gave her.
What to listen out for:
[00:39] Why donât you just quit?
[03:07] Dealing with the fear of failure
[07:17] The power of freedom and autonomy in your career
[09:08] Why you should never live with regret.
[12:02] Meet the personal trainer for your finances.So, if you want to get your finances in order, download the Aila App and start closing the gender wealth gap. âśď¸âśď¸âśď¸
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Hands up if youâve been through any of these:
â Redundancy
â Bereavement
â Divorce
â Caring for elderly parents
â Chronic illness
â Menopause
â Abuse
â Raising tricky teenagers
Chances are, youâve just ticked a few boxes and maybe youâre still feeling the aftershocks.
Hereâs the thing: By the time women hit 50, more than half have faced at least five major life upheavals. And letâs be real â these âHorsemen of the Midlife Apocalypseâ rarely arrive one at a time. Instead, they create a maelstrom that throws everything off course.
Thatâs exactly what happened to Eleanor Mills. After a dazzling 25-year career at The Times and The Sunday Times, she was made redundant, and it hit like a wrecking ball, completely knocking the stuffing out of her.
But with no map and no signposts for what should come next, Eleanor flipped the script.
She decided to be the change she wanted to see and created Noon â a thriving community for what Eleanor calls âQueenagersâ â women in midlife who are ready to seize the next chapter of growth.
Today, sheâs on a mission to prove that this stage of life isnât a crisis; itâs a chrysalisHere's why you should tune in
Eleanorâs story will definitely hit home â but sheâs also bringing the warmth, wisdom and straight-talking advice that can change how you see your future.
So, whether youâve just been sideswiped by change or youâre ready to embrace whatâs next, this is an episode to pop on your playlist and return to time and time again. âśď¸âśď¸âśď¸
Key moments to listen out for:
[01:21] Creating a map for the next chapter of your life.
[05:37] You have more value than you think.
[09:21] From redundancy to building a community.
[14:55] Eleanorâs advice for senior leaders.
[19:39] Why you should paddle your own canoe.
[27:58] Joyâs shocking redundancy story.
[30:48] A call out to women in positions of power.
[35:00] The untapped power of women in midlife right now.
đŻ Are you a Queenager looking for your tribe?
Join Noon.org.uk and step into your best chapter yet.Love our podcast? Leave a review and get hold of our Quick Start Podcast Guide.
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âPeople will have negative opinions about you and every single thing you do. Let them.â
â Mel RobbinsEveryone is talking about Mel Robbinsâ latest book, The Let Them Theory. And trust us when we say youâll be nodding along to what she has to say.
In it, Mel shares her own struggle with promoting herself on social media when she first started as a motivational speaker.
Despite having a vision for her business, she hesitated, worried about what her friends and family would think.
đ¨ She wrote post after post and left them sitting in drafts.
đ¨ She overthought every caption.
đ¨ She feared looking arrogant.
đ¨ She feared people questioning her credibility.It took her two years â TWO YEARS â to finally turn down the volume on her fears and start posting consistently. And this is Mel Robbins weâre talking about!
If she felt that way, no wonder so many of us do too.
Hereâs why you should listen in
Like Mel, we believe social media is STILL the number one thing you should be doing to grow your business. But we beg to differ when Mel says that most advice out there about conquering your fears sucks. Because there is a solution, and we teach it right here at TechPixies (and we have done so for the past decade!).Hereâs what to listen out for:
[04:31] Diving into page 81 of Melâs book.
[06:12] Every business has a formula â follow it.
[07:50] The most important thing you've got to do in business to be successful and get paid
[09:35] Why Mel Robbins didn't post on social media.
[13:38] Are you doing this?
[14:51] Whatâs the solution?
Itâs time to stop overthinking and start showing up. Press play now to find out how. âśď¸âśď¸âśď¸
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Rub your hands together and slowly pull them apart. What do you feel? Warmth? Tingling? âĄ
For Jodi Law, this sensation is energy.
And as a transformational energy medicine practitioner, she believes we can tap into the bodyâs natural energy to take control of our health and wellbeing.
Itâs an area Jodi leaned into after more than 30 years in acute health care as a senior cardiac nurse. Itâs a job that pushed Jodiâs own health to the limits, with the stress manifesting as heart palpitations and fainting spells. đ˛
âI felt like my soul was dying,â says Jodi of that time in her life.
But when Jodi slipped and fractured her kneecap, she knew she couldnât ignore the signs that her current career path might not be her path any longer and went all-in on her transformational energy medicine practice.
And the results for both her and her clients have been super exciting.
Hereâs why you should listen in
If youâve got that sinking feeling about your day-to-day grind, donât ignore it! Be inspired by Jodiâs journey to take action and course correct to the path you should have been on all along. And if youâre curious about energy medicine, Jodi runs through how she helps people and gives a few quick energy exercises she uses in her practice.
Hereâs what to listen out for:
[02:49] Stress, burnout, and keeping your health in check.
[06:50] Are you listening to what your body is telling you?
[12:51] Developing resilience and putting things into perspective.
[15:43] What even is energy medicine?
[19:10] Hear one of Jodi's client success stories.
[21:48] How does ADHD impact your energy?
[24:47] Check out Jodiâs energy-boosting hacks.
[27:57] What can you do to ground yourself?
Want to see what energy medicine can do for you? Press play now. âśď¸âśď¸âśď¸
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*Trigger warning: this podcast episode discusses infertility.*
Your husband quits his job to help you build the next phase of your business only for the panic of the pandemic to hit just a couple of months later.
Your thriving face-to-face career supporting women in their 40s through complex fertility issues needs to pivotâŚfastâŚbut youâre homeschooling one child while breastfeeding another.
And youâre beginning to wonder how youâre going to pay the bills.
What would you do?
For Naava Carman, necessity was the mother of invention.
She quickly realised she could share her knowledge to build a global online training platform for practitioners keen to support women in their fertility journey.
And as youâll hear, Naavaâs story shows itâs possible to:
âĄď¸ Successfully redefine the roles in marriage to allow for the creation of a business that is joyful for both people.
âĄď¸ Navigate down periods and setbacks and come out stronger⌠if you allow your entrepreneurial brain the freedom to explore ideas.
âĄď¸ Get help for complex fertility issues, particularly when you're in your 40s
Hereâs what to listen out for:
[00:58] The panic of wondering how to pay the bills.
[04:26] Swapping roles in a marriage + when setbacks become comebacks.
[07:24] Navigating the ups and downs of business.
[09:28] Holding yourself accountable.
[11:02] Advancing support for fertility issues.
Ready to learn more? Press play now. âśď¸âśď¸âśď¸
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Life is rarely a straight line; itâs often more of a doodle full of unexpected twists and squiggles.
Just ask Annie Ridout.
Her journey â from being ousted from her job while pregnant to creating a thriving, multi-dimensional career as a journalist, author, poet, and entrepreneur â will feel so relatable.
After vowing never to be at the mercy of someone else's power to pull the rug from under her, Annie has pivoted and diversified to build a career rooted in her passion for writing while embracing the joys and challenges of motherhood.
Whatâs more, sheâs refreshingly honest about the highs and lows sheâs experienced along the way. Whether itâs the challenges of creating online courses, navigating the pandemic or homeschooling her neurodivergent child, Annie and I dive into dealing with the pesky ANTS (automatic negative thoughts) that crop up along the way.
Hereâs what to listen out for:
[01:42] Designing a career that works around your life.
[05:30] The impact of career interruptions on women.
[08:27] Dealing with perceived failure.
[12:04] Dealing with the logistics of having a child at home.
[15:36] Challenging your perception of a situation.
[20:56] Annieâs core lesson from her experiences.
[23:36] Seeing challenges as opportunities and taking positive action.
[26:28] Cheer up your day with Annieâs poem.
Ready to learn more? Press play now. âśď¸âśď¸âśď¸
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âIn the end, we only regret the chances we didnât take, the relationships we were afraid to have, and the decisions we waited too long to make.â
â Lewis Carroll
Youâd think escaping violence in your home country and arriving in the UK with ÂŁ300 not knowing anyone a soul would be a pretty high-stakes moment for anyone. But for Sue Harper, it was being in a job and feeling like she should be doing something else that were the highest stakes of all.
It takes courage to leave a well-paid job you know isnât right for you and pivot to something youâre passionate about⌠especially in your 50s and particularly if you want to go it alone. But taking that leap of faith has been well worth it according to Sue.
Hereâs why you need to tune in đ§
Hear how Sue has gone from being a school teacher and working for a computer software company to running her own successful picture-framing business and teaching others her passion. Discover practical advice on building a business, embracing change, and overcoming the fear of starting over â even later in life. And learn how Sueâs belief in abundance has shaped her choices.
Hereâs what to listen out for:
[04:58] When you need to take a leap of faith.
[06:24] Finding work in your 50s.
[07:36] Doing work youâre meant to do.
[10:20] Take the opportunities that come your way.
[11:52] Living with an abundance mindset.
[17:45] Focusing on a mailing list.
Whether you're contemplating a career change, starting a new business, or simply wondering, âWhatâs next?â this episode will motivate you to embrace your squiggly career path.
Ready to learn more? Press play now. âśď¸âśď¸âśď¸
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Would you make decisions based on whether you can say yes to joy, peace, connection and ease? And how different might your life be if you did? đ¤
Prioritising joy, peace, connection and ease is how Bea Marshall moves through her life now. So whether itâs coffee with a pal or giving a keynote speech, each situation or activity is assessed on whether it ticks all four boxes.
Why?
Because Bea spent so much of her life feeling like she was failing and didnât fit into the conventional norms society expects.
And it wasnât until she discovered that both she and her kids were neurodivergent that she realised that she moved through the world differentlyâŚand that was ok.
Hereâs why you need to tune in đ§
Come and discover why Bea feels like her life now has simplicity because of the approach sheâs adopted. Learn why she feels she hasnât had a career until recently and what she says sheâs been doing instead. And hear what it means to discover youâre neurodivergent in midlife and where it can take you when you open your mind to the possibilities ahead.
Hereâs what to listen out for:
[00:43] The non-career career.
[05:21] Navigating the end of a marriage and a business.
[07:47] Feeling like a failure.
[09:48] The positive impact of discovering youâre neurodivergent.
[13:38] Being exactly who youâre meant to be.
[14:25] Saying yes to joy, peace, connection and ease.
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A âlifequakeâ. Thatâs how Helen Kewell describes the moment she collapsed at work after experiencing burnout.
Having been someone who would push through tough situations, someone whose identity was built on doing and achieving, Helen says she felt she was being stripped of her sense of self as her body said no and forced her to just âbeâ.
But after feeling like she was disappearing and being forced to hit the pause button, Helenâs new career in psychotherapy has opened up a new opportunity to explore some of the big topics that crop up when we hit midlife⌠and to smash the perception that midlife is a hurdle to overcome.
Hereâs why you need to tune in đ§
Hear how Helen tackled burnout, chronic fatigue syndrome and confronting her own mortality, why we need to be conscious of the impact of midlife on our partners and learn why Helen is taking steps now to plan for her next career interruption.
Hereâs what to listen out for:
[01:28] The fallout from burnout.
[02:51] When your sense of self is deconstructed overnight.
[04:15] What contemplating mortality meant for Helen.
[07:21] Life transitions in an underserved audience.
[11:14] Menâs perspective on midlife.
[15:10] The motto that Helen lives by.
[16:49] Why Helen is planning another career interruption.
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If youâve ever seen midlife as a challenge or a hurdle that needs to be overcome, this is the conversation for you.
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Imagine growing up on a council estate in Manchester, attending a school ranked one of the worst in the UK, with parents who fled their home country to build a new life.
From this unlikely starting point, Claire Hoang was encouraged by a teacher to pursue her dream of working in TV, and against the odds, Claire worked her way up to a role as a social media specialist at ITV Studios via the BBC, Dentsu Aegis and Thomas Cook Airlines.
Sheâs here to share the rollercoaster ride that saw her face redundancies, contracts ending unexpectedly and taking time out for maternity leave. Itâs a story of how challenges can become opportunities and how a ÂŁ40 face cream saved the day.
Tune in to hear:
[00:21] Dive into the twists and turns of Claireâs rollercoaster career journey.
[01:14] Discover how Claire pursued her dream career against the odd
[02:15] Claireâs top strategies to stay prepared for unexpected redundancy.
[04:52] Why hitting the restart button could be the best career move.
[06:59] Hear the powerful takeaway that Claire carries with her.
[08:20] The motto that keeps Claire driven and inspired every day.
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