Episode summary

Welcome back to the Work Well Podcast! This week, Dulcie and Yemisi discuss resilience - what it is, why it matters, and how to build it. Resilience isn’t just about bouncing back from life’s curveballs, it’s about using challenges to grow and move forward.

Through candid personal stories, myth-busting, and practical advice, they explore how resilience can help us navigate life’s toughest moments, whether it’s the daily grind or major life events.

If you’ve ever felt like life has knocked you down one too many times, this episode is here to help you find your footing, rebuild your strength, and confidently move forward.

What we talked about

• What resilience really means: adapting, recovering, and growing in the face of challenges.
• The myths of resilience: It’s not about being born resilient, staying strong all the time, or doing it alone.
• The dark side of resilience: societal expectations and why vulnerability is essential.

Tips for building resilience

1. Reflect on past challenges: Identify what helped you overcome difficulties before and use that to build your personal playbook.
2. Adopt a growth mindset: Reframe setbacks as opportunities to learn and grow.
3. Strengthen social connections: Lean on your support network and don’t be afraid to ask for help.
4. Practice self-care: Take care of your physical and emotional health - rest, eat well, and move your body.
5. Be mindful: Incorporate mindfulness practices like grounding exercises or meditation to stay centred during stressful times.
6. Set realistic goals: Celebrate small wins to build momentum and confidence.
7. Seek professional support: Therapy is self-care for the mind. Don’t hesitate to get help when you need it.

Try This: Resilience Reflection Exercise

This week, reflect on one challenge you’ve overcome. What did it teach you? How did it shape the person you are today? Use those lessons to identify one small action you can take to build your resilience muscle this week.

Resources mentioned

• Atomic Habits by James Clear - https://amzn.to/4gDrM0k
• Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker - https://amzn.to/3DJlVrN

Connect with us

We’d love to hear how you’re building resilience! Email us at hello@thisisworkwell.com or share your stories with us on social media. Search for @thisisworkwell on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Next week’s episode:

Burnout - what it is, how to recognise it, and most importantly, how to break the cycle. Don’t miss it!

Final note

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Episode summary

Welcome back to the WorkWell Podcast! This week, Dulcie and Yemisi dive headfirst into that nasty "P-word" - perfectionism. They break down how perfectionism manifests, why it’s holding us back, and what we can do about it. From societal pressures to self-imposed standards, they explore how striving for perfection keeps us stuck and why embracing progress is the true game-changer.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re falling short despite your best efforts, this episode will help you stop chasing perfection and start making meaningful progress.

What we talked about:

- The five faces of perfectionism: self-oriented, other-oriented, socially prescribed, overt, and covert.

- How perfectionism impacts mental health, productivity, and relationships.

- Why societal norms, social media, and achievement culture fuel the perfectionist trap.

Tips for overcoming perfectionism:

1. Spot and challenge perfectionist thoughts: Face your inner critic with facts.

2. Set realistic goals: Use SMART or PACT frameworks to create achievable plans.

3. Embrace imperfection: Progress is better than perfect. Celebrate the small wins!

4. Practice self-compassion: Treat yourself with kindness—you're only human.

5. Reframe failure: Learn to see missteps as growth opportunities.

Try this: Good Enough Exercise

This week, pick one task where you feel pressure to be perfect. Define what “good enough” looks like, take one small action, and reflect on how it feels to focus on progress instead of perfection.

Resources mentioned:

The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron - https://amzn.to/3W0EDBD

Self-compassion worksheets by the Center for Clinical Interventions - https://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au/resources/looking-after-yourself/self-compassion

Headspace app - https://www.headspace.com/

Connect with us:

We’d love to hear how you’re shifting from perfection to progress! Email us at hello@thisisworkwell.com or share your stories with us on social media. Search for @thisisworkwell on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Next week’s episode:

Resilience is the name of the game. Join us as we discuss how to bounce back and move forward when life throws its curveballs.

Final note

If you enjoyed this episode, hit subscribe so you never miss a new one. While you’re at it, leave us a five-star rating or review - it helps more people discover the show and join the WorkWell journey. Let’s build a community that works well, together. 💛

www.thisisworkwell.com

Episode summary

Welcome to the Workwell Podcast! In this debut episode, Dulcie and Yemisi tackle the long-debated concept of “work-life balance.” Spoiler alert: they’re not fans. Instead, they’re here to introduce you to a better approach - work-life integration. Through candid conversation, personal stories, and a hefty dose of humour, they explore why traditional ideas of balance often fail and how integration allows for more harmony in both work and life.

If you’ve ever felt the pressure to keep work and life in perfect compartments, this episode will help you breathe easier and find smarter, more authentic ways to live and work.

What we talked about:

- Why does work-life balance feel like an impossible juggling act?

- The shift to integration: blending personal and professional priorities to create harmony.

- How the pandemic reshaped our understanding of work, life, and showing up as our real selves.

Tips for integration that actually works

1. Define your priorities: Identify your top three personal and professional goals, then look for overlaps.

2. Understand your energy: Take a chronotype quiz to determine when you’re at your best (link below!).

3. Set boundaries: Create intentional transitions between work and personal time.

4. Be flexible: Life happens. Sometimes, one part of life needs more attention than the other - and that’s okay.

5. Use tech wisely: Let your calendar and reminders work for you, not against you.

Try this: one small step towards integration

This week, take 10 minutes to define your top three personal and professional priorities. Look for one small way to align them. For example, could you combine a work meeting with a walk or spend your commute reflecting on personal goals?

Resources mentioned:

Leading the Life You Want by Stewart Friedman - https://amzn.to/49VCBIu

When by Daniel Pink - https://amzn.to/49UqPhL

Stewart's Four Circles exercise - https://www.myfourcircles.com

Chronotype Quiz - https://sleepdoctor.com/sleep-quizzes/chronotype-quiz

Connect with us
We’d love to hear your thoughts on work-life integration! Email us at hello@thisisworkwell.com or share your stories with us on social media. Search for @thisisworkwell on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Next week’s episode:
Perfectionism - we’re coming for you. Tune in as we discuss how striving for perfection holds us back and why progress is the real superpower.

Final note
If you enjoyed this episode, please hit subscribe so you never miss a new one. While you’re at it, leave us a five-star rating or review - it helps more people discover the show and join the WorkWell journey. Let’s build a community that works well, together. 💛

www.thisisworkwell.com

Welcome to the WorkWell Podcast, where work meets life! Hosts Dulcie and Yemisi bring humour, heart, and over 20 years of friendship to tackle the big challenges we all face at work - like burnout, perfectionism, and feeling stuck. With honest conversations, practical strategies, and a dash of storytelling, they’ll help you navigate your career and thrive in life. Plus, don’t miss the Your Best Year Yet challenge to kickstart 2025 with purpose. Subscribe now to work well and live even better!