JacPod Mind @ Work

Mind @ Work

Work can be challenging, but understanding your wellbeing doesn't have to be. In the Mind @ Work, Elana Afrika-Bredenkamp guides listeners through the complexities of mental health in the workplace. This JacPod Original series features expert advice on handling stress, making informed choices for mental wellbeing, and maintaining a healthy mind. New episodes are released every Wednesday throughout October.

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Weekly English South Africa Health & Fitness · Self-Improvement
6 Episodes

Work-life balance – and what it really means

In our busy lives, finding a balance between work and personal time can feel almost impossible. In this episode, Elana chats with life coach Lori Milner about how we can bring more peace into our daily routines, prevent burnout and find more work-life balance. Lori suggests thinking less about 'balance'…
29 Oct 43 min

Finding peace in the chaos

Feeling disconnected and overwhelmed is something many of us experience in today's fast-paced world. The pressure of social media, work demands, and constant comparisons can leave us longing for true connection and peace. If this sounds familiar, there might be a way forward. John Vlismas, comedian, businessman, and speaker, offers…
22 Oct 39 min

Am I getting in my own way at work?

In this episode of Mind @ Work with Elana Afrika-Bredenkamp, psychotherapist and TEDx speaker Andy Cohen discusses how our childhood experiences shape who we become at work. Andy shares practical strategies for managing emotional triggers and stress in the workplace. You’ll pick up simple tips on building self-awareness, handling your…
15 Oct 30 min

Press the Panic Button

Is there space in the workplace to discuss our feelings? In today’s fast-paced world, it's easy to feel like you have to push through every challenge alone. But in this episode of Mind @ Work, Elana Afrika-Bredenkamp and Roshni Parbhoo-Seetha from the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) emphasise…
8 Oct 29 min

Leave Your Pills at Home

Have you ever felt the need to hide your mental health struggles at work? You're not alone. In the premiere episode of "Mind @ Work," Elana Afrika-Bredenkamp dives into this pressing issue with Dr. Gagu Matsebula, a Specialist Psychiatrist, and Lori Milner, a life coach, TEDx speaker, and author. They…
1 Oct 49 min

Mind @ Work launches 2 October 2024!

Where’s your mind while you’re at work? Ever feel like you’re just getting by or barely managing to hold it together? This October, we've got a special podcast series just for you. Hosted by Elana Afrika-Bredenkamp, Mind @ Work is where we explore the mental hurdles we face in the…
27 Sep 1 min