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The Green Hour: From healing with medicine to healing with stories

In this insightful conversation Dr. Lalith Wijedoru shares his transformative journey from paediatric emergency doctor to social health consultant and storytelling facilitator. Discover how storytelling and reflective spaces can enhance social health, improve workplace culture, and foster genuine human connections. Keywords social health, storytelling, workplace culture, emotional resilience, healthcare, leadership, personal growth, ethical dilemmas, storytelling facilitation, career pivot Key Moments 00:00 Introduction to Lalith Wijedoru 03:01 The Journey from Medicine to Storytelling 05:54 Ethical Challenges in Paediatric Medicine 09:10 The Power of Storytelling in Healing 11:56 Innovating Schwartz Rounds During the Pandemic 14:51 Measuring Stress and Recovery in Healthcare 18:10 Navigating Silence in Coaching 20:50 Building a Human-Centric Workplace Culture 24:02 Reactions to Career Transition 27:10 Lessons Learned in Entrepreneurship 29:09 Navigating Family Estrangement and Personal Growth 31:01 The Commonality of Human Emotions 34:16 Reflective Storytelling as a Healing Tool 35:39 Wrestling with Financial Stability 38:19 Tenacity in Entrepreneurship 41:11 Shameless Self-Promotion for Growth 46:58 Healing Through Storytelling and Shared Experiences Guest links LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lalithwijedoru/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/lalithwijedoru/] Instagram- @lalithwijedoru

Finding Your Path: Rebuilding Life and Legacy After Illness

The conversation with Katie Higginson explores themes of embracing change, navigating chronic illness, finding community and support, reevaluating work and identity, transitioning to a new chapter, and embracing hope and renewal. It delves into the challenges and triumphs of these experiences, offering insights and encouragement for those facing similar journeys. Takeaways * Embracing change is part of the journey * Community and support are essential during difficult times You can connect with Katie on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiehigginson/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiehigginson/]

Embracing Uncertainty: Reclaiming Personal Power and Meaning with Life's Season Changes

In this episode, Marcela Heime shares her journey through leadership transitions, exploring the grief and rebirth that come with change. Discover how she navigated closing a cherished charity and found self-awareness and growth in the process. Marcela discusses the importance of honouring emotions, setting boundaries, and questioning core values to foster authentic growth. Perfect for those in transition, this conversation offers insights into embracing uncertainty as a vital part of growth and evolution If you want to connect with Marcela her profile on LinkedIn is: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcela-heime-msc-0941318 [https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcela-heime-msc-0941318]

The Courage of Leaving What No Longer Fits Your Values

I am joined by Denise Voon, clinical adviser to the College of Optometrists, optometric advisor to the GOC and specialist hospital optometrist specialising in medical retina. Denise shares her  journey of leaving a long-standing career to find true alignment with her values. Discover how she navigated the 'what ifs' of change, embraced new opportunities, and found happiness by bringing her whole self to work. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone facing a season of transition.

Embracing Uncertainty and Doing It Anyway

I'm thrilled to welcome Priya Davda, a friend and colleague with whom I've shared many years of collaboration. Priya is courageously embracing both her successful career as an optometrist and her new journey as an online business owner. Her story of embracing curiosity without further procrastination following a health scare is both inspiring and relatable. You can find Priya on instagram @itspriyadavda