You Are Not A Frog
Dr Rachel Morris
The podcast for GPs, hospital doctors and other professionals in high-stakes, high-stress jobs who want to thrive rather than just survive.
You studied for years, you’re really good at what you do but you’ve noticed that you’re starting to feel overwhelmed, overworked and under-resourced. You may be comparing yourself to a frog in boiling water - the heat has built up so slowly that you haven’t noticed the extra-long days becoming the norm. You may feel on the edge and trapped in the very job that you’ve spent years working towards.
Here’s the problem, frogs only have two choices; stay and be boiled alive, or jump out of the pan. The good news is that you are not a frog. You have many more choices than you think you do. You don’t have to quit, and nor should stress and burnout be inevitable.
It is possible to be master of your own destiny, to craft your work life and career so that you can thrive even in the most difficult of situations. There are simple changes you can make which will make a huge difference to your stress levels and help you enjoy life again.
Your host is Dr Rachel Morris, GP turned Executive Coach and Specialist in Resilience at Work who knows what it’s like to feel like an exhausted frog. In the podcast, she’ll be talking to friends, colleagues and experts all who have an interesting take on resilience for clever people in high-stakes, high-stress jobs so that together you can take back control to beat stress and burnout, survive and thrive.
You studied for years, you’re really good at what you do but you’ve noticed that you’re starting to feel overwhelmed, overworked and under-resourced. You may be comparing yourself to a frog in boiling water - the heat has built up so slowly that you haven’t noticed the extra-long days becoming the norm. You may feel on the edge and trapped in the very job that you’ve spent years working towards.
Here’s the problem, frogs only have two choices; stay and be boiled alive, or jump out of the pan. The good news is that you are not a frog. You have many more choices than you think you do. You don’t have to quit, and nor should stress and burnout be inevitable.
It is possible to be master of your own destiny, to craft your work life and career so that you can thrive even in the most difficult of situations. There are simple changes you can make which will make a huge difference to your stress levels and help you enjoy life again.
Your host is Dr Rachel Morris, GP turned Executive Coach and Specialist in Resilience at Work who knows what it’s like to feel like an exhausted frog. In the podcast, she’ll be talking to friends, colleagues and experts all who have an interesting take on resilience for clever people in high-stakes, high-stress jobs so that together you can take back control to beat stress and burnout, survive and thrive.
Episodes
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Dec 16, 2025 • 1h 7min
Why Women in Healthcare are Exhausted (According to a Burnout Specialist)
Women are conditioned to be the emotional shock absorbers for men, and to carry the emotional load of a relationship or a family, on top of their duties at work.As Tamu Thomas explains, this isn’t about apportioning blame or guilt, but recognising what’s needed to create systems that allow both parties in a relationship to thrive.Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtraDownload the THRIVE Week PlannerFind more links and resources via our show notesMentioned in this episode:Say it So You’re Heard
A crib sheet for clear and calm communication in high-stress moments.
Dec 9, 2025 • 29min
300 Episodes In… Here’s the Hardest Truth About Burnout No One Says Out Loud
Burnout is not your fault, and it’s not inevitable. The choices you make will shape how you survive in a toxic system, and they don’t involve victim-blaming.Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtraMentioned in this episode:Permission to Pause
A free 60-minute sanctuary for doctors – a quiet hour in the middle of winter where your role can fall away and you can reappear.
Dec 2, 2025 • 59min
Why You Won’t Feel Better Until You Give Yourself These 3 Permissions
Small, actionable steps you can take to reframe self-care as necessary care, and equip yourself to avoid burnout rather than waiting for someone else to tell you it’s OK.Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtraPermission to Pause – Join Dr Rachel Morris and Dr Caroline Walker for a free 60 minute event for doctors on Wednesday, 10th December at 8pm UK time.Mentioned in this episode:Say it So You’re Heard
A crib sheet for clear and calm communication in high-stress moments.Permission to Pause
A free 60-minute sanctuary for doctors – a quiet hour in the middle of winter where your role can fall away and you can reappear.
Nov 25, 2025 • 13min
The Real (Toxic) Reason You’re a People Pleaser
Here’s what to say when someone asks you to overextend yourself, but you’re afraid of what they’ll think if you say no.Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtraMentioned in this episode:Permission to Pause
A free 60-minute sanctuary for doctors – a quiet hour in the middle of winter where your role can fall away and you can reappear.
Nov 18, 2025 • 52min
How to FINALLY Get on Top of Your Emails
Practical strategies to help you spend less time sorting and sifting through emails, and more time in deep work. Plus, how to set clear boundaries around what comes into your inbox.Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtraVisit our website for more links and show notesMentioned in this episode:Permission to Pause
A free 60-minute sanctuary for doctors – a quiet hour in the middle of winter where your role can fall away and you can reappear.Say it So You’re Heard
A crib sheet for clear and calm communication in high-stress moments.
Nov 11, 2025 • 20min
“It’s OK Not to Be OK” – And Other Thought Limiting Clichés
Normal responses to abnormal working conditions don’t mean you’re broken – they mean you’re human, and you’re dealing with a lot. Here’s some useful, actionable coping strategies that go above and beyond acknowledging when it’s OK to not be OK.Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtraMentioned in this episode:Permission to Pause
A free 60-minute sanctuary for doctors – a quiet hour in the middle of winter where your role can fall away and you can reappear.
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Nov 4, 2025 • 1h 6min
The Sources of Power That Create Real Change
Join Dr. Richard Moore, a former GP and leadership specialist, as he explores how to effect real change in healthcare. He shares insights on navigating organizational challenges and the importance of choosing battles wisely. Richard discusses the limitations of relying solely on expert power and offers strategies for fostering true engagement among staff. He emphasizes the need for psychological safety and practical first steps for making impactful changes, all while addressing the emotional drivers behind decision-making.
Oct 28, 2025 • 30min
How to Stop Conflict from Turning Ugly
When we’re in conflict, our inner Rottweiler can surface – a protective mechanism that can escalate tensions rather than soothe them. But this quick dip offers a simple framework to keep that dog on a lead so you can survive disagreement or criticism without lashing out.Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtraVisit our website for links and show notesMentioned in this episode:Permission to Pause
A free 60-minute sanctuary for doctors – a quiet hour in the middle of winter where your role can fall away and you can reappear.
Oct 21, 2025 • 1h 10min
The Hidden Tax on Neurodivergent Professionals
How to recognise when you're masking your needs as a neurodivergent person, and how to honour them before you reach burnout.Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtraMentioned in this episode:Permission to Pause
A free 60-minute sanctuary for doctors – a quiet hour in the middle of winter where your role can fall away and you can reappear.Say it So You’re Heard
A crib sheet for clear and calm communication in high-stress moments.
Oct 14, 2025 • 29min
How to Stay Calm When You Don’t Know What Will Happen Next
You’re used to dealing with uncertain outcomes for your patients. Here’s how you can use those superpowers for yourself.Get more episodes and resources by joining FrogXtraAm I Stressed, Overwhelmed… or Burning Out?Beat Stress & ThriveMentioned in this episode:Permission to Pause
A free 60-minute sanctuary for doctors – a quiet hour in the middle of winter where your role can fall away and you can reappear.
