Jul 3

505 SelfWork: What's The Most Recent News For Depression Sufferers in 2026?

What's the most recent news for depression sufferers in 2026?That's the question Dr. Margaret researched today. Some new treatments are available now; some are still trying to get FDA approval. But there's a lot of promise out there, especially for what's termed treatment-resista ... Show More

20m 21s

Jun 26

504 SelfWork: Your Questions and Answers: Is Anorexia Back "In", Borderline Moms, and Mother/Son Enmeshment

Dr. Margaret will focus today on questions and answers that listeners have sent her by either voicemail or email.First topic for today: Is anorexia back "in" as beautiful? Second: Why could you be allowing your mom (with borderline traits) to occupy such emotional space in your l ... Show More

23m 5s

Jun 19

503 SelfWork: Important Insights Into How to Interpret the Enneagram with Courtney Smith

Discover how to interpret the Enneagram in this episode of SelfWork! It's a personality test that's been around for decades. How is it different from other personality scales and what has made it so popular for so many years?Our expert speaker is Courtney Smith, who's a coach, gr ... Show More

47m 40s

Oct 2025

Work in the future: What is wellbeing at work?

Work can take up many hours in our lives. So if work makes us feel unwell or unhappy, it can have a big impact. In this episode, Phil and Pippa talk about how the way you feel affects the way you work, with Zofia Bajorek from the institute for Employment Studies.TRY THE READING R ... Show More

11m 46s

May 2023

Unhappy at work? Let's talk about it.

Do you wake up on a Monday morning dreading going to work? Are you unhappy with your current role and are wanting to better your circumstances? This episode is for you! Work is a major part of our lives and thus, should be an enjoyable and happy place to be. However, often we dre ... Show More

20m 10s

Oct 2024

How to Thrive at Work

We can spend a lot of time working - and it gives us fulfillment, social interaction and fun - but still one in five of us say our workplaces are "toxic". And even the best jobs can sometimes be stressful and draining. So how do we set ourselves up to thrive at work? Former ne ... Show More

1h 1m

Jul 2024

How to craft the work-life balance you deserve

Most of us would like to find meaning in the work we do, but many of us are burnt out or stressed at our jobs. In this episode, an international mental wellness educator, a former journalist turned meditation advocate, and the author of the literal book on millennial burnout shar ... Show More

14m 30s

Oct 2024

You can be happier at work — here's how from Fixable

We're bringing you an episode of Fixable, where Laurie joined Frances Frei and Anne Morriss to discuss whether you can make yourself happier at work. They talk about the concept of time famine, why you need a best friend at work, and where your employer is responsible for your we ... Show More

34m 39s

Oct 2023

Should you quit a job you don't love?

Are you stuck in a job that feels miles away from your dreams? Do you crave something more meaningful? If so, you're not alone. This episode will change the way you view your daily grind. Today we dive into a powerful transformation that will reignite your passion and motivation ... Show More

19m 22s

Aug 2023

#558: Obsessed with Overworking? Finding Balance as a Highly Motivated Person

Break the cycle of overworking and learn to not let work dominate your entire life. This episode will break down why we get caught up in an overworking addiction and self-induced stress. We explore the alluring trap of excessive ambition and the toll it takes on achieving a balan ... Show More

33m 31s

Jan 2022

179. IELTS 7 | How Realistic Is the Expectation of Job Satisfaction for All Workers?

As most people spend a major part of their adult life at work, job satisfaction is an important element of individual wellbeing. What factors contribute to job satisfaction? How realistic is the expectation of job satisfaction for all workers? satisfied/satisfying/fulfilled/fulfi ... Show More

4m 13s

Jul 2022

Q: "Are We Born to Work? Or Born to Live?"

Listener Niki Walker has a question... in our busy, career-driven, money-oriented live, are we forgetting to make time for more important things? In our first episode fielding questions from fans of The Happiness Lab, Dr Laurie Santos looks at the world of work and how we can pr ... Show More

32m 4s

Feb 2022

26. Healthy Ways to Manage Work Stress as a Highly Sensitive Person

<p>Work is without a doubt the biggest and most time consuming part of our lives. But when we come home each and every day exhausted, tired, and uninspired or heck, even getting sick to our stomach ON THE WAY to work... we know it's time to make a change (and no, I'm not telling ... Show More

29m 54s

126 SelfWork: What Makes Your Work Life…...