Toxic behaviour can be contagious — boundaries matter 👇️

Feeling grumpy – maybe that’s not such a bad thing (sometimes!)… 👇

Today marks 15 years of my business 🎉 So many people have supported me over the years - some of you will know it, others may not - but I’ve never taken it for granted. Thank you to everyone who’s been part of the journey. It means more than you know. Now it’s time for cake! 🎂

As #StressAwarenessMonth comes to an end, I want to share one final message: in the NHS, stress is often accepted as simply part of the job, but it shouldn’t be. Here’s why 👇 #BeTheChange

It’s #StressAwarenessMonth, and I am posting about this topic throughout. The theme this year is #BeTheChange. Here are some ways to reduce stress and burnout.

It’s #StressAwarenessMonth, and I am posting about this topic throughout. The theme this year is #BeTheChange. Here are some of the signs of stress and burnout.

It’s Stress Awareness Month, and I am posting about this topic throughout. The theme this year is #BeTheChange. Here are some interesting facts about stress and burnout.

@roylilley1.bsky.social has recently done a review of my book - De-frazzle Your NHS Job. Here's what he had to say...👇 myemail.constantcontact.com/Grabbed-me.h...

Checks, checks and more checks! How many are really necessary? #deimplementation

It’s #StressAwarenessMonth, and I am posting about this topic throughout. The theme this year is #BeTheChange. This post is about the toxic work habits you may think are normal. Each of these habits increases stress and overwhelm and can lead to burnout 👇️

I recently delivered two half-day ‘De-frazzle Your NHS Job workshops’, and here is some feedback I received 😊 If you would like your team or organisation to be less frazzled, you can view my speaker pack here: tinyurl.com/xhrsbxxd

It’s #StressAwarenessMonth, and I am posting about this topic throughout. The theme this year is #BeTheChange. This post is about creating an Emergency Calm Kit, which will help you cope when stress or overwhelm suddenly hits 👇️

Which practices do you see which are surviving on habit rather than purposefulness? #deimplementation #LowValue #NoValue #NHS

It’s Stress Awareness Month, and I am posting about this topic throughout. The theme this year is #BeTheChange. This post is about smiling depression. Do you see this in yourself or others?

Join us on the 14th April (12 – 12.45) for this Q Community session, where we explore the micro-behaviours of psychological safety. Everyone is welcome! Register here:

It’s Stress Awareness Month, and I am posting about this topic throughout. The theme this year is #BeTheChange. My first post is about microstresses, which I don’t believe get talked about enough.

Likeability isn’t about being the most charismatic person in the room. It’s usually the simple behaviours that make the biggest difference. 👇️ 👇️ 👇️

Friday thought...

Considerable research tells us that positive self-talk is good. It boosts motivation, resilience, and performance by reframing challenges as growth opportunities and fostering a supportive inner dialogue. All true. But when does it go too far? 👇️ 👇️ 👇️

“The idea of fun at work might seem frivolous or even counterproductive. But research tells a different story. Insightful article published in Forbes. www.forbes.com/sites/willia...

Maybe it’s time to consider the different ‘segments’ of the NHS workforce when thinking about how to improve joy and happiness at work: aspiring learners, committed climbers, devoted balancers, driven veterans, detached dabblers, and stalled earners.

Do you think cutting services will upset patients? Unfortunately, many are already fed up with delays. De-implementing low- or no-value activities will help them get the care they need faster.

Do you overthink too much? 🤔 Maybe it’s time to turn it into a superpower! 👇

I recently joined a virtual event as a speaker, and the organisers' feedback made my day… 👇👇👇 If you're looking for a speaker on NHS wellbeing for a conference, masterclass or workshop, why not check out my website to see if I would be a good fit? ▶️https://de-frazzle.co.uk/speaking/

It’s great that my book is now stocked in my local bookshop, Drake – The Bookshop 😍 It’s a wonderful bookshop, so if you’re near Stockton-on-Tees, it’s definitely worth popping in to take a look.

It’s International Day of Happiness today, so I thought I would share this as a reminder 👇 #NHSpeoplepromise #NHS #NHSworkforce

It’s International Day of Happiness today. But not all happiness is equal – here’s why… 👇️ #NHSpeoplepromise #NHS #NHSworkforce

It’s International Day of Happiness on Friday (20th), so I thought I would share some posts this week on this topic. Working in the NHS can be hard, really hard. But, we spend a huge amount of time at work, so here are some tips about how we can be happier at work 👇 #NHSpeoplepromise #NHS

It’s International Day of Happiness on Friday (20th), so I thought I would share some posts this week on this topic. This is so true 👇️ #NHSpeoplepromise #NHS #NHSworkforce

I’m pleased to say that my book is available on Amazon in both paperback and Kindle formats! Also, it has received its first rating - 5 out of 5! ❤️ Signed copies can be purchased from me direct: tinyurl.com/de-frazzle

If the de-implementation process is supportive, staff will welcome this change rather than be upset by it. #deimplementation #LowValueCare #NHS

It’s International Day of Happiness on Friday (20th), so I thought I would share some posts this week on this topic. The first of these is about what the research tells us about happiness 👇️ #NHSpeoplepromise #NHS #NHSworkforce

A HUGE HUGE HUGE THANK YOU to everyone who attended yesterday's launch of De-frazzle Your NHS Job. Your support is overwhelmingly wonderful 😍 A special shout-out to Sarah Black and @hi-nenc.bsky.social Health Innovation North East and North Cumbria for supporting the event 😀

It’s been a busy weekend! If you would like to know more: 👉️ Join me for the virtual launch event (5th March 12 – 1): tinyurl.com/3wkbexyz Everyone is welcome. 👉️ Find it on Amazon in paperback or Kindle: tinyurl.com/mudhr6tv 👉️ Order a signed copy: tinyurl.com/de-frazzle

Interesting @theqcommunity.bsky.social event! Do join us as we explore the well-regarded Nonviolent Communication (NVC) framework together. For more information and to register 👇 q.nhsconfed.org/get-involved... 📅 24th February 12 - 12.45 virtual

In my book, I suggest you dedicate just 15 minutes a day to de-frazzling your NHS job. Here’s why… 👉️ It works 👉️ 15 minutes is probably all the time you have! 👉️ It adds up 👉️ Small wins matter To learn more, join my launch event: 👉 tinyurl.com/3wkbexyz Signed copies: 👉 tinyurl.com/de-frazzle

What if procrastination isn’t a sign of being lazy, but of caring too much? Here’s what the science says 👇 #NHSpeoplepromise #NHS #NHSworkforce

We sometimes carry worries that get heavier over time, which can lead to stress, overwhelm and even burnout. Is it time to put the glass down? 🤔 👇 #NHSpeoplepromise #NHS #NHSworkforce

Statistically, the first Monday in February is the day UK employees are most likely to call in sick, earning it the nickname ‘National Sickie Day’. That said, I believe this pattern is unlikely to apply to the NHS, where staff are far more likely to work while unwell 👇

January recharge 2026. Snow days ❄️ ❄️ ❄️ I wouldn't want snow all the time, but every now and again, it is just lovely to look at - not to drive in though!

My book, De-frazzle Your NHS Job, is underpinned by the SCRIPT Formula. One of my pre-readers, Lisa Knight, said: "The SCRIPT Formula is clear, practical and inspiring." To learn more: Launch event: 👉 tinyurl.com/3wkbexyz Signed copies: 👉 tinyurl.com/de-frazzle

If you're feeling stressed and overwhelmed in your NHS job, this book may be for you! *Join my virtual launch (5th March 12 - 1): For more info and to register - tinyurl.com/3wkbexyz *Pre-order signed copies of the book - either for you or someone else - tinyurl.com/de-frazzle

Hard things don’t have to feel hard forever. Here are strategies to train your brain to enjoy the challenge 👇👇👇 #NHSpeoplepromise #NHS #NHSworkforce

Sceptical about visualisation? So was I. But now I have changed my mind. If you haven’t used it before, why don’t you give it a try? #NHSpeoplepromise #NHS #NHSworkforce

This is going to be a brilliant session! Alex Davis is going to talk us through how understanding the 'Drama Triage' can help improve joy in work. Definitely not one to miss! 📅 27th January 🕛12 - 12.45 Register 👉 tinyurl.com/5d48585b @matthewmezey.bsky.social @theqcommunity.bsky.social

Thank you for being my #recharge2025 accountability buddy, even if you didn’t realise you were. Making a commitment to post regularly on social media and learning each week about what recharge really means for me has changed my mindset, and I don’t think that would have happened otherwise 💙

Before you set your resolutions, take a moment to rethink what really matters. These alternatives might just lead to a more meaningful year. Wishing you a fabulous 2026 🎉

My top three most-viewed posts of 2025, according to my mailing list. Post 3 of 3

My top three most-viewed posts of 2025, according to my mailing list. Post 2 of 3 ------ 1. Like this, if you do 💙 2. Follow me for more 🙏 3. Repost to your network if you think they would find it useful 👀 4. Subscribe to my mailing list: tinyurl.com/3peuecey 🥰

My top three most-viewed posts of 2025, according to my mailing list. Post 1 of 3 ------ 1. Like this, if you do 💙 2. Follow me for more 🙏 3. Repost to your network if you think they would find it useful 👀 4. Subscribe to my mailing list: tinyurl.com/3peuecey 😍