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People Soup
More than ever the world of work is a heady mix of people, behaviour, events and challenges. When the blend is right it can be first-rate. Behavioural science & psychology has a lot to offer in terms of recipes, ingredients, seasoning, spices & utensils - welcome to People Soup.
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Feb 7, 2021 • 24min
Ann Parkinson - Part 2
Season 3 Episode 42
P-Soupers, thanks for tuning in! This week, it’s part two of my chat with physiotherapist, coach and author, Ann Parkinson.
In this part of the conversation we dive into Ann’s book, "Dancing Through Life: A guide to living well". We explore the golden thread of compassion that runs through it, chat about the frameworks Ann developed to support the reader, talk about the connection between body and mind and reflect that many people are sitting and working in different environments right now, like the kitchen table or even their bed.
Reviews are in for Part 1 on my chat with Ann. I think Shelly Prosko from Canada summed it up beautifully. She said on twitter
"Wonderful episode – such a lovely interview - Ann you are filled with insight, compassion and wisdom."
Shownotes are at www.rossmcintosh.co.uk
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Jan 24, 2021 • 12min
Bonus with Ann Parkinson - Awareness & Breathing Exercise
Season 3 Episode 41
Hey P-Soupers - it's a special bonus episode. We were talking about the changes of context for people in the workplace and Ann kindly agreed to share an Awareness and Breathing Exercise. Why not give it a try?!
The shownotes are at www.rossmcintosh.co.uk
Ann's website is here https://www.unityphysio.co.uk/
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Jan 17, 2021 • 28min
Ann Parkinson - Part 1
Season 3 Episode 40
Thanks for tuning in – this week – it’s part one of my chat with physiotherapist, coach and author, Ann Parkinson.
We cover loads in our chat – including Ann’s career pathway, her thirst for learning, her experience of living with pain, how much she learns from each person she collaborates with as a client and the impact of compassion focussed therapy in her life and practice. The episode finishes with Ann’s song choice – which is a corker.
Shownotes at www.rossmcintosh.co.uk
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Ann's website
https://www.unityphysio.co.uk/
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Jan 1, 2021 • 30min
Dr Eric Goodman - Part 2
Season 3 Episode 39
P -Soupers – thanks for tuning in, this week, it’s part two of my chat with psychologist, anxiety specialist and author, Dr Eric Goodman.
People Soup is an award winning podcast where we share evidence based behavioural science, in a way that’s practical, accessible and fun to nourish your mind to flourish at work.
In this episode we focus on Eric's latest book - "Your Anxiety Beast and You: A Compassionate Guide to Living in an Increasingly Anxious World". Find out why anxiety is our SuperPower! Hear why he calls it 'Your Anxiety Beast' and why it’s often glitchy. Eric also explains how we can notice what our beast is up to, how we can teach it new things and how we can effectively respond to it in a brilliant takeaway.
Shownotes are at http://www.rossmcintosh.co.uk/2021/01/dr-eric-goodman-part-2.html
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Dec 20, 2020 • 46min
Dr Eric Goodman - Part 1
Season 3 Episode 38
Hi P-Soupers - this week it's part one of my chat with psychologist, author and anxiety specialist, Dr Eric Goodman.
You'll hear how Eric developed his career in psychology after his experience of an unfulfilling management role. He shares the evolution of his approach to his specialism – anxiety, OCD, persistent worry, fears and phobias – which amongst other things combines cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, exposure therapy and compassion focussed therapy. We also have a fascinating chat about his use of virtual reality. The conversation leads us up to a glimpse of his book –- Your Anxiety Beast and You: A Compassionate Guide to Living in an Increasingly Anxious World – which we’ll delve into much more in part 2.
Show Notes at http://www.rossmcintosh.co.uk/2020/12/dr-eric-goodman-part-1.html
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Incidental vocals from Alex Engelberg - https://www.alexengelberg.com/

Dec 9, 2020 • 36min
Reflections on the ACBS UK&ROI Conference 2020
Season 3 Episode 37
it’s a special episode – with three mini interviews. Way back in November 2020 – was the Association for Contextual Behavioural Science UK & ROI conference – a two day extravaganza of research, practice, insights and connection. Inspired by my pal Joe Oliver – I sponsored 4 students of organisational psychology to attend. In this episode you’ll hear from three of them – on their impressions of the conference, their standout moment and their own research interests. It was truly insightful to hear the variety and depth of their reflections.
For those of you who haven’t come across the podcast before – we aim to nourish your mind to flourish at work, using evidence based behavioural science. And we’d love it if you’d support us by subscribing, reviewing and sharing.
For now – get a brew on and have a listen to Sangita Bhalla, Alexandra Lechner and one student who preferred not to be named on their perspectives of the conference.
Shownotes at http://www.rossmcintosh.co.uk/2020/12/reflections-on-acbs-uk-conference-2020.html
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Nov 20, 2020 • 11min
ACT Diary 2020 - my reflections
Season 3 Episode 36
It's a cup a soup this week. In this 10 minute episode you can hear me reflect on how I've used the ACT Diary over a turbulent year. 2020 has certainly delivered for us all on both the uncertainty and anxiety fronts. I've found the diary particularly useful in ensuring that I attend to my own self-care in a whole host of contexts.
I'm looking forward to having the 2021 Diary by my side next year. Helping me check in on my values, track my progress and think how I want to show up.
You can order the diary direct from the publishers here https://www.pavpub.com/mental-health/well-being/act-diary and you should be able to get it from your regular bookshop too!
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Oct 31, 2020 • 53min
Dr Jim Lemon - Part 2
Season 3 Episode 35
P-Soupers - welcome to Part 2 of my chat with Dr Jim Lemon. Jim is the Head of the Medical Paediatric Psychology Services in NHS Dumfries and Galloway. He's been using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with children and young people who have long-term health conditions, and their families. This work has also extended beyond individuals and families to using ACT in multidisciplinary clinics, with teams and on hospital wards.
We cover a lot of ground in our chat. Jim charts the evolution of the adoption of the matrix and the prosocial approach to change within families and within and between teams and service in the NHS. To hear his illustrative examples and the way he describes the impact and growth of the approach is part of who he is as a human, generous and humble. When you listen I'm predicting that you'll feel the potential of the approach too. After listening to Jim you'll probably want to sign up for his workshop at the ACBS UK & ROI Conference in November.
http://www.acbsukroi.co.uk/
Shownotes at http://www.rossmcintosh.co.uk/2020/10/dr-jim-lemon-part-2.html
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Oct 4, 2020 • 33min
Dr Jim Lemon - Part 1
Season 3 Episode 34
P-Soupers - welcome to Part 1 of my chat with Dr Jim Lemon. Jim is the Head of the Medical Paediatric Psychology Services in NHS Dumfries and Galloway. He's been using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with children and young people who have long-term health conditions, and their families. This work has also extended beyond individuals and families to using ACT in multidisciplinary clinics, with teams and on hospital wards.
In part one we get to hear about Jim's career history, his route to a career in clinical psychology and paediatrics and a little taster of his work using ACT. You'll also get to hear about his mysterious (non) appearances in blockbuster films and his unusual song choice.
Shownotes at www.rossmcintosh.co.uk
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Sep 18, 2020 • 27min
Rikke Kjelgaard - Part 2
Season 3 Episode 33
P-Soupers – thanks for tuning in – this week – it’s part two of my chat with my friend, the psychologist and badass - Rikke Kjelgaard. In this Episode Rikke introduces us the the concept of 'creative hopelessness'.
Rikke’s presents the topic in a way that is both captivating and vulnerable – sharing a pivotal moment in her life experience, which I found enormously powerful. This provides a wonderful insight into Rikke’s workshop at the ACBS UK and ROI Conference on 17 November 2020 – you can find out more and sign up at http://www.acbsukroi.co.uk/. With her trademark generosity Rikke finishes with a beautiful and memorable takeaway - what a guest!
Shownotes at http://www.rossmcintosh.co.uk/2020/09/rikke-kjelgaard-part-2.html
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And here are Rikke's websites!
www.actdanmark.dk
www.humanact.se
www.rikkekjelgaard.com