Work and Wellness

Ange Davies
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Welcome to Work and Wellness, the podcast for anyone who wants to feel great and perform at their best, without burning out. I’m Ange Davies, a wellbeing speaker and ex-corporate leader, here to help you create a life that feels as good as it looks. Each week, I’m joined by guests who bring real stories and practical insights on what it means to thrive both at work and beyond. Ready to live well and succeed on your own terms? Hit follow and let’s get into it!

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    EP69: Brain Fog at Work - Why You're More Distracted Than Ever and What to Do About It

    Have you noticed your brain doesn't seem to work as it used to? In this episode, I get into why so many of us are walking into rooms and forgetting why we're there, sitting down to write something and going completely blank, or getting to the end of the day feeling busy but with nothing to show for it. Because it's not just you, and it's not a personal failing. We explore what's actually happening in your brain when you're constantly interrupted, why so much of what we experience as forgetting isn't a memory problem at all, and what the science says about multitasking, flow states, and the very real well-being cost of a fragmented attention span. This episode is practical, science-backed, and ends with six things you can actually do to get your focus back — without overhauling your life. Key Topics Why your brain wasn't built for the modern work environment — and what that's costing youThe 23-minute recovery tax every interruption is charging youWhy most forgetting is an encoding problem, not a memory problemWhat multitasking is actually doing to your IQ and your working memorySix practical strategies to reclaim your focus and reduce brain fogKeywordsFocus, cognitive load, brain fog, multitasking, deep work, attention, memory, burnout, productivity, flow state

    28 min

  2. 30 MAR

    EP 68: Building Trust at Work - Why It Takes Months to Earn and Minutes to Lose

    What does it really mean to trust the people you work with and what happens when you don't? In this episode, I take a deep dive into the science and psychology of trust at work. Not trust as a value on a wall, but the real, day-to-day lived experience of it and why it matters far more than most organisations realise. We explore what's actually happening in your brain and body in high-trust versus low-trust environments, why trust is so slow to build and so fast to break, and the invisible behaviours that quietly erode it without anyone noticing. Because low trust isn't just a performance problem — it's a wellbeing problem too. Whether you lead a team or you're part of one, this episode will give you a clearer picture of what trust actually looks like in practice, and some concrete ways to start building more of it. Key Topics Why trust is physiological, not just cultural and what the science actually saysThe hidden well-being cost of low-trust environments (including its link to burnout)The invisible behaviours that break trust without people realisingWhat psychological safety really is and how it connects to trustPractical ways leaders and team members can build trust day to day Keywords: trust at work, psychological safety, team culture, burnout, leadership, high performance, workplace wellbeing, cortisol, vulnerability, accountability

    23 min

  3. 23 MAR

    EP 67: AI at Work - The Good, The Risk and What It’s Doing to Our Wellbeing

    Summary What is AI actually doing to our work and our wellbeing and are we asking the right questions about it? In this episode, I take an honest look at the good, the risk, and the real human impact of AI at work. Because the conversation is rarely as simple as "AI will save us" or "AI will take everything" — and I think we deserve something more nuanced than either of those takes. We explore how AI, when used intentionally, can genuinely reduce cognitive load and create space for more meaningful work. But we also get real about the risks — the roles being displaced, the identity and mental health consequences when work is disrupted, and why the growing trend of AI therapy apps deserves a lot more scrutiny than it's getting. This episode is about learning to hold both truths at once and walking away with a practical framework for deciding when AI adds to your life, and when it's quietly taking something away. Key Topics The good, the risk and the real wellbeing impact of AI at workHow AI can reduce cognitive overload and create space for more meaningful workThe collective impact of AI on jobs, identity and mental healthWhy AI therapy apps are a trend worth approaching with serious cautionThree questions to help you decide when AI helps and when it harms

    21 min

  4. 16 MAR

    EP 66: Why Relationships Are the Real Currency of Business and Leadership

    Summary What if the biggest opportunities in your career or business didn’t come from strategy, productivity hacks, or even skill — but from the people you know and the conversations you have? In this episode, I explore the underestimated power of connection and why relationships remain one of the most important drivers of progress in business and leadership. After attending a recent conference, I was reminded that some of the most valuable insights don’t come from sitting behind a laptop — they come from conversations with people who challenge your thinking, ask better questions, and expand how you see what’s possible. We talk about why success rarely happens in isolation, how networks quietly shape the opportunities that come your way, and why proximity to interesting, thoughtful people can elevate your thinking in ways strategy alone never will. This is a reflection on authentic connection — not transactional networking — and why building real relationships is one of the most powerful forms of leverage you can create in your career. Key Topics Why connection is often the real driver of opportunity in business and leadershipHow relationships reduce friction and help ideas move forward fasterThe difference between transactional networking and authentic connectionWhy being physically present in rooms with interesting people still mattersHow proximity to ambitious thinkers can expand what you believe is possibleWhy conversations often open more doors than applications or CVsThe lesson learned from moving organisations and suddenly losing an established networkWhy AI can’t replace the power of human perspective and challengeHow the right question from the right person can completely shift your thinkingSimple ways to intentionally put yourself in rooms where opportunity can happenMore often than not, the biggest shifts begin with a conversation — and sometimes the right person in the right room can change what’s next for you.

    15 min

  5. 9 MAR

    EP 65 The Neuroscience of Stress, Wellbeing and Performance at Work with Lisa Riegel

    Summary Explore how neuroscience can inform leadership, wellbeing, and performance. Dr. Lisa Riegel shares practical insights on brain science, stress regulation, and creating healthy organisational cultures. Key Topics Neuroscience and leadership Stress regulation and self-awareness Creating a culture of wellbeing and belonging Keywords neuroscience, leadership, wellbeing, stress management, organisational culture, emotional regulation, self-awareness, performance, neurowell framework Website: https://lisariegel.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisariegel

    46 min

  6. 2 MAR

    EP 64: Success Without Fulfilment Is Failure- Rebuilding Purpose Through Gratitude with Josh Hupfeld

    Summary In this insightful interview, Josh Hupfeld shares his journey from social work dealing with trauma to entrepreneurship, and how practices like gratitude and daily reflection transformed his life. Discover how his Better Half Journal combines social impact with personal growth, emphasising small habits for profound change. Key topics The impact of trauma and resilienceThe role of gratitude and reflection in personal growthSocial impact and buy one, give one modelThe evolution of success and fulfilmentThe importance of daily habits and consistency Website - https://betterhalfjournal.com Instagram - https://instagram.com/betterhalfjournal Keywords gratitude, personal growth, social impact, journaling, entrepreneurship, resilience, well-being, leadership, culture, daily habits

    46 min

  7. 23 FEB

    EP 63: How to Make a Big Career Decision (Without Burning Out or Second-Guessing Yourself)

    After four years of running Grit Pilates, I made the decision to close the studio. The business is thriving. The community is incredible. The revenue is consistent. On paper, it makes sense. And yet — I chose to let it go. In this episode, I walk you through the exact decision-making frameworks I used to move through an emotionally complex, identity-shifting and strategic business decision. These tools are relevant whether you’re thinking about leaving a role, stepping into leadership, starting something new, winding something down, or simply questioning whether what you’re doing is still aligned. Because big decisions aren’t just about courage.They’re about clarity. Inside this episode, I share: • The Fact vs Feeling framework – how to separate strategy from emotion so they don’t get tangled• How to evaluate decisions against your “Rich Life” vision (inspired by Ramit Sethi)• Returning to your mission and multiplier effect – where do you create the greatest impact?• Conducting an energy audit (not just a time audit)• The 10–10–10 rule for zooming out beyond short-term discomfort• Assessing the opportunity cost of staying, not just the risk of changing• How to consult trusted advisors without outsourcing your decision• Preserving what matters instead of burning everything down• The regret minimisation framework (Jeff Bezos’ 80-year-old lens)• And finally, a powerful but underrated tool: a nervous system check-in This conversation is about alignment over optics.Clarity over certainty.And choosing something greater, even when what you’re leaving behind is good. If you’re standing at a crossroads in your career or business, this episode will give you a structured, grounded way to move forward with confidence. Because every yes is a no to something else.And sometimes alignment requires letting go of something good to create space for something better.

    29 min

  8. 16 FEB

    EP 62: Stop Managing Time. Start Managing Energy!

    Summary In this conversation, Angela Davies discusses the importance of managing energy rather than just time in the workplace. She emphasises that while time is a fixed resource, energy can expand and contract, affecting productivity and decision-making. Angela identifies common energy leaks such as rumination, comparison, and context switching, and offers practical strategies for managing energy effectively. By focusing on energy management, individuals can enhance their performance, reduce burnout, and create a more fulfilling work-life balance. Takeaways We often focus on managing time instead of energy.Energy can expand and contract, unlike time.High performers may push harder when they feel low on energy.Rumination and comparison are significant energy drains.Context switching reduces cognitive focus and increases fatigue.Managing energy leads to better decision-making and communication.Physical movement can help discharge stress and regain focus.Identifying cognitive peak windows can optimise productivity.Regulating before reacting can conserve energy during meetings.Awareness of energy levels can improve work-life balance. Keywords energy management, time management, productivity, cognitive load, burnout, high performance, energy leaks, decision making, work-life balance, self-regulation

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Welcome to Work and Wellness, the podcast for anyone who wants to feel great and perform at their best, without burning out. I’m Ange Davies, a wellbeing speaker and ex-corporate leader, here to help you create a life that feels as good as it looks. Each week, I’m joined by guests who bring real stories and practical insights on what it means to thrive both at work and beyond. Ready to live well and succeed on your own terms? Hit follow and let’s get into it!

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  • Creator
    Ange Davies
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    70
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Ange Davies
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    Work and Wellness