The podcast for GPs, hospital doctors and other professionals in high-stakes, high-stress jobs who want to thrive rather than just survive. You studied for years, you’re really good at what you do but you’ve noticed that you’re starting to feel overwhelmed, overworked and under-resourced. You may be comparing yourself to a frog in boiling water - the heat has built up so slowly that you haven’t noticed the extra-long days becoming the norm. You may feel on the edge and trapped in the very job that you’ve spent years working towards. Here’s the problem, frogs only h...
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Sep 28, 2026 · 22:32
You tell yourself that never letting anyone down is how you protect the people you love. But our ingrained programming tells us we have to please everyone all the time to feel…
Sep 21, 2026 · 1:11:13
Do you lie awake replaying a decision you had to make? That work anxiety loop where you can't stop thinking about work even when you are home? Maybe you've told yourself burnout…
Sep 14, 2026 · 19:11
Note: This is a re-release of one of our most-listened to episodes — originally recorded Autumn 2025. We've given it a new edit because it's more relevant than ever. If you know…
Sep 7, 2026 · 1:09:08
Every high-achieving leader has a to-do list that doesn't end — it just refills. And the only response most of us were ever handed for that is push harder. Grip tighter. Muscle…
Aug 31, 2026 · 19:22
Nearly one in three people who take time off for burnout are off again within a year - and over half of them work in healthcare. This episode is about why that keeps happening,…
Aug 24, 2026 · 48:26
There's a project you've been meaning to start, a conversation you've been meaning to have, or a change you've been meaning to make. You know that you can do it, but what you…
Aug 17, 2026 · 51:55
Most of us were taught that having limits is a weakness - something to push through, not something to honour. And if you're a doctor, a nurse, a vet, or anyone in a high-stakes…
Aug 10, 2026 · 58:18
Most of us have been told that burnout is caused by overwork and that the solution is to rest, take a break or slow down. Set some boundaries. But what if that's only part of the…
Aug 3, 2026 · 55:16
Every doctor and high-achieving professional knows what it feels like to lie awake with a brain that refuses to stop - replaying a decision made that afternoon, running…
Jul 27, 2026 · 34:18
Boundaries aren't walls. They're fences. A wall keeps everyone out. A fence has a gate, and it's yours to open or close, if you're willing to hold it when someone pushes. That…
Jul 20, 2026 · 42:11
There is one belief that keeps high achievers stuck in burnout long after they should be recovering - the belief that burning out means they failed. This is a live panel…
Jul 13, 2026 · 50:41
There's something most leaders do - we avoid the conversation that needs to be had. We care too much about the wrong things: how the other person will react, whether it will make…
Jul 6, 2026 · 16:58
A doctor emailed me recently, she's been in medicine for 25 years, and the question she asked was one I've heard in a hundred different ways: "Am I a snowflake?" She felt a great…
Jun 29, 2026 · 59:59
When Aoife O'Brien is close to burnout, she doesn't want to stop. She wants to do more. One more task. One more thing to get through before she can stop. She says that's how she…
Jun 22, 2026 · 20:49
You may have been counting down to summer all year, telling yourself that you just need to survive until your next holiday. You may have been looking forward to taking a pause…
Jun 15, 2026 · 1:08:40
If you've always felt like everyone else got an unwritten handbook about how to behave at work - and you've had to figure it out yourself, one interaction at a time - this…
Jun 8, 2026 · 19:38
Burnout in high stress jobs isn't always about doing too much; sometimes it's about a belief you were never taught to question. You finished your day, finished (most) of your…
Jun 1, 2026 · 54:57
Getting a complaint from a colleague is one of the most destabilising things that can happen to a high-achieving leader. Not because of the process, but because of what it makes…
May 25, 2026 · 27:31
Imposter syndrome is something we often don’t talk about openly, and the standard advice - build your confidence, reframe your thinking, remember your achievements – rarely…
May 18, 2026 · 1:01:01
If you constantly find yourself picking up tasks that nobody else will do, staying late to cover gaps, or slowly absorbing more and more without anyone asking you to - this…
May 11, 2026 · 31:33
You know something needs to change, but you just have no idea what, how, or where to begin, and your lack of a plan may be starting to feel like failure. In this Quick Dip,…
May 4, 2026 · 1:08:40
If you have ever ended a clinical day exhausted not from the medicine itself but from the weight of everybody else's feelings, this episode might hit home. Josh Connolly,…
Apr 27, 2026 · 26:14
If you’ve ever thought to yourself ‘if I don’t do it, no one will’ this episode is for you. You tell yourself something important will go wrong if you don't do it all - but what…
Apr 20, 2026 · 57:06
You're working hard, doing excellent clinical work, and genuinely trying to make things better for your patients - so why does it feel like no one's listening? So many healthcare…
Apr 13, 2026 · 15:45
Every day in healthcare, a meeting ends, and a problem that was never formally handed to anyone lands on the person who cares most - you. If you've ever walked out of a room…
Apr 6, 2026 · 52:08
How many times this week have you thought, "I just don't have a choice"? About your rota, your inbox, the extra patient squeezed in at the end of clinic? That thought feels true,…
Mar 30, 2026 · 15:27
Have you ever had someone ask for “a quick bit of help”… and somehow ended up owning the entire task? In caring professions, requests for help can feel less like requests and…
Mar 23, 2026 · 1:02:18
The founder of the National Association of Sessional GPs on whether the grass is always greener, and the changes you can make in your career without feeling like a frog forced to…
Mar 16, 2026 · 13:43
Have you ever looked at a task on your plate and wondered when it became your responsibility? Nobody asked you to do it. Nobody assigned it to you. But somehow it landed on you,…
Mar 9, 2026 · 46:22
Mindset shifts to help you explore difficult feelings and find solutions without falling into rescuer mode or getting overwhelmed. Get more episodes and resources by joining…
Mar 2, 2026 · 26:09
There’s more on your plate than you realise, and most likely you’re trying to cram 25 hours of work into a 24 hour day, not counting sleep and time away from work. Here’s some…
Feb 23, 2026 · 1:01:41
What happens when we need to raise a serious concern that could affect patient safety? And what happens if someone raises a concern to you? Get more episodes and resources by…
Feb 16, 2026 · 18:05
What does it mean for a doctor to be “good”? Can you be “good” and still take care of yourself? And how can we rescue ourselves from the trap of thinking that asking for support…
Feb 9, 2026 · 46:10
Practical questions from a clinical psychologist to help you assess whether you’re in a harmful work environment, or one that doesn’t align with your values or strengths. Get…
Feb 2, 2026 · 37:39
And what BBC’s The Traitors can teach us about trust, group-think, and truth. Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra Find more links and show notes via our website…
Jan 26, 2026 · 47:44
Practical techniques to help you respond when someone makes demands on your time, from an expert in mediation and team coaching. Get more episodes and resources by joining…
Jan 19, 2026 · 42:39
How to reframe impossible choices into doable decisions, using a tried-and-tested framework and a simple power mantra. Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra Get…
Jan 12, 2026 · 1:15:09
How to recognise and avoid “chronic niceness”, regulate your nervous system, and confront people in a way that deepens – and doesn’t damage – relationships. Get more episodes and…
Jan 5, 2026 · 23:09
Stress doesn’t always come from work, or from things we traditionally think of ass stressful. As 2026 begins, here are three questinos you can ask yourself to see what it’s time…
Dec 29, 2025 · 26:04
When shame becomes toxic, we can end up in a spiral that’s difficult to escape. This quick dip offers a chance to break free of that spiral, remember that we’re human, and remind…
Dec 22, 2025 · 46:25
When it comes to work, what we seek can often shift in mid-life, from recognition and status towards meaningful contribution and purpose. What do you do if you’r at that…
Dec 15, 2025 · 1:07:30
Women are conditioned to be the emotional shock absorbers for men, and to carry the emotional load of a relationship or a family, on top of their duties at work. As Tamu Thomas…
Dec 8, 2025 · 28:36
Burnout is not your fault, and it’s not inevitable. The choices you make will shape how you survive in a toxic system, and they don’t involve victim-blaming. Get more episodes…
Dec 1, 2025 · 59:39
Small, actionable steps you can take to reframe self-care as necessary care, and equip yourself to avoid burnout rather than waiting for someone else to tell you it’s OK. Get…
Nov 24, 2025 · 12:20
Here’s what to say when someone asks you to overextend yourself, but you’re afraid of what they’ll think if you say no. Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra…
Nov 17, 2025 · 52:07
Practical strategies to help you spend less time sorting and sifting through emails, and more time in deep work. Plus, how to set clear boundaries around what comes into your…
Nov 10, 2025 · 19:38
Normal responses to abnormal working conditions don’t mean you’re broken – they mean you’re human, and you’re dealing with a lot. Here’s some useful, actionable coping strategies…
Nov 3, 2025 · 1:05:45
How to navigate organisational change when you feel like you don't have the power or resources to make a difference. Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra Mentioned…
Oct 27, 2025 · 29:16
When we’re in conflict, our inner Rottweiler can surface – a protective mechanism that can escalate tensions rather than soothe them. But this quick dip offers a simple framework…
Oct 20, 2025 · 1:10:03
How to recognise when you're masking your needs as a neurodivergent person, and how to honour them before you reach burnout. Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra…
Oct 13, 2025 · 28:39
You’re used to dealing with uncertain outcomes for your patients. Here’s how you can use those superpowers for yourself. Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra Am I…
Oct 6, 2025 · 54:51
Why saying no could lead to better outcomes for your patients, your colleagues, and you. Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra Mentioned in this episode: 🐸 Enquire…
Sep 29, 2025 · 25:31
How to ask for what you need clearly instead of hoping they’ll take the hint, and to set expectations without feeling bossy. Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra…
Sep 22, 2025 · 44:50
Dr Claire Plumbly shares strategies for nervous system regulation when dealing with angry patients and difficult colleagues. Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra…
Sep 15, 2025 · 17:19
If you’re overwhelmed at work, jumping out of the frying pan might seem like the only option. But there are things you can try today… you just have to commit to the life and…
Sep 8, 2025 · 1:08:39
Burnout happens when work stress and home pressures overrun our support structures. When we understand this balance, we can take steps to address burnout before we reach breaking…
Sep 1, 2025 · 22:45
Stop being gaslit into thinking your situation is futile. Apply Rachel’s script to ask for help in getting necessary care so you can be at your most effective, even in a…
Aug 25, 2025 · 46:26
When it comes to work, what we seek can often shift in mid-life, from recognition and status towards meaningful contribution and purpose. What do you do if you’r at that…
Aug 18, 2025 · 52:13
Stress is created from the mind, not from the outside world. If that’s true, how can we stop listening to the unhelpful stories our minds tell us? Get more episodes and resources…
Aug 11, 2025 · 49:36
Why we need to sleep, why REM isn’t the whole picture, and what to do when anxiety keeps you awake at night. Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra Get 20% off…
Aug 4, 2025 · 58:50
When that afternoon slump hits or you’re at the end of a long shift, what can you reach for instead of the biscuits in the cupboard or the cake in the staff room? Get more…
Jul 28, 2025 · 32:28
Essential reading to help you learn more about your brain and the brains of those around you, do less, and make decisions from a place of clarity. Get more episodes and resources…
Jul 21, 2025 · 49:54
Everyone in healthcare takes a leading role at various points in their career, even those who think they “just” handle admin. Dr Paul O’Dwyer explains what skills you need to…
Jul 14, 2025 · 29:33
Are you borrowing energy from your life outside of work, just so you can cope with everything on your plate? If so, it’s time to stop, and rebalance your energy so you don’t burn…
Jul 7, 2025 · 1:06:51
Dr George Wright offers ways to tackle blue-on-blue complaints, and how to avoid going for the nuclear option if you have an issue with a colleague. Get more episodes and…
Jun 30, 2025 · 18:50
How to shift your locus of control and create sustainable change without burning out. Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra Download our Personal Stressors Audit…
Jun 23, 2025 · 1:01:10
The grass isn’t always greener on the other side, but if you’re thinking about making a career change, understanding your values, strengths, and unique operating style can help…
Jun 16, 2025 · 27:35
Four ways in which the “badge of busyness” you wear could be contributing to your burnout, how to reframe busy or over-scheduled, and how you can delegate without feeling like…
Jun 9, 2025 · 45:14
If you’ve been putting off taking a look at your finances, this episode will help you do it, minus the stress and judgement. Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra…
Jun 2, 2025 · 22:24
The 8 reframes you need when you have to say no, but you’re worried you’ll upset someone or it’ll cause trouble at work. Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra…
May 26, 2025 · 56:30
How to know when you’re reaching your limit, and what to do to prevent you taking it out on someone else. Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra Mentioned in this…
May 19, 2025 · 23:14
Explore the consequences of binary thinking, why it’s damaging, and how we can reframe all-or-nothing statements so we can take care of ourselves and others. Get more episodes…
May 12, 2025 · 54:32
Five diagnostic tools you can use to determine whether you’re burning out, and the practical actions you can take to try and prevent it. Get more episodes and resources by…
May 5, 2025 · 19:58
Five questions to help you think differently about your work, in those moments when you find it more frustrating than usual. Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra…
Apr 28, 2025 · 46:29
If you’re contemplating a change within or away from medicine, is starting your own business really all it’s cracked up to be? Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra…
Apr 21, 2025 · 26:43
The mindset shift – plus the only 6 folders you need – to finally get control over your inbox. Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra Mentioned in this episode: 🟦…
Apr 14, 2025 · 1:01:01
What should you do if you suspect you might be neurodivergent? What’s the difference between neurodivergence and neurodiversity? And how can we support everyone to play to their…
Apr 7, 2025 · 17:46
Break the cognitive dissonance you feel when enforcing a boundary goes against one of your core values. Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra Mentioned in this…
Mar 31, 2025 · 48:53
When you hear a voice guiding you towards or away from something, how can you tell whether it’s fear or your deepest intuition talking? Get more episodes and resources by joining…
Mar 24, 2025 · 19:36
How to overcome procrastination, follow through on your goals, and stick to the wise decisions you made in the past. Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtra Mentioned…
Mar 17, 2025 · 54:57
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…
Mar 10, 2025 · 27:12
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…
Mar 3, 2025 · 57:01
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…
Feb 24, 2025 · 59:52
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…
Feb 17, 2025 · 14:53
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…
Feb 10, 2025 · 22:06
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…
Feb 3, 2025 · 51:24
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…
Jan 27, 2025 · 20:28
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…
Jan 20, 2025 · 45:19
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…
Jan 13, 2025 · 20:33
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…
Jan 6, 2025 · 54:59
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…
Dec 30, 2024 · 1:00:23
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…
Dec 23, 2024 · 56:16
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…
Dec 16, 2024 · 20:41
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?”…
Dec 9, 2024 · 51:07
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?…
Dec 2, 2024 · 18:57
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…
Nov 25, 2024 · 1:06:44
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…
Nov 19, 2024 · 52:48
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…
Nov 18, 2024 · 18:32
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.…
Nov 11, 2024 · 48:55
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…
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