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Apr 2024
54m 16s

Overworking, Somatics and Systemic Chang...

Vicki: Social Work Sorted
About this episode

In this incredible conversation I chat to Tamu Thomas, transformational life coach and former social worker, specialising in helping women achieve work-life harmony by aligning with their nervous system for holistic well-being. 


  • We talk about:
  • The systemic and structural oppression in social work 
  • How to navigate the workplace as a new social worker
  • The value of regulating your nervous system 


Tamu’s unique approach, rooted in somatic coaching and Polyvagal informed practice, empowers women to reconnect with their core selves, establish healthy boundaries, and build self-trust. Her work is particularly resonant in addressing the unique challenges faced by women of the global majority under what she describes as, "the trinity of oppression” - patriarchy, white supremacy and capitalism.


In Tamu's words, "We don’t need more self improvement, we need systemic change”. Her insights are essential for anyone seeking fulfilment, meaningful connection and joy in today's fast-paced world.

Tamu’s links:


Book website: https://www.womenwhoworktoomuch.co/

International Amazon link: https://hayhs.com/wwwtm_pp_pb_az

Live Three Sixty website: https://www.livethreesixty.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tamu.thomas/


Get in touch with me:

Email: vicki@socialworksorted.com

Linkedin: Vicki Shevlin 

Join my membership, The Collective: www.socialworksorted.com/thecollective

Instagram: @socialworksorted 

Youtube.com/@socialworksorted 

*This podcast is a resource for newly qualified social workers.
It is recommended that you use this podcast in addition to other resources and always refer back to your employer guidelines when making decisions.
This podcast is not a replacement for supervision or organisational training.
It's important that you know this podcast isn't peer reviewed.
All views expressed are my own and so I encourage you to use your critical thinking skills when you approach this podcast and any other social work resource.
There are episodes of this podcast in which I refer to products I am selling such as written guides and in person training. These do not constitute as ads but I want to be transparent about the nature of this podcast and how it connects to my business.
If you have any questions about this please get in touch vicki@socialworksorted.com

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