Show Notes In this episode of A Dose of Wellbeing, we speak with our Senior Wellbeing Development Manager, Melissa, to explore the powerful connection between mindful movement, yoga, and mental health. Whether you're new to yoga or curious about its deeper benefits beyond flexibility, this conversation offers gentle insights and practical tips to support your wellbeing journey. Tune in to discover how small, consistent practices can make a big difference. Help us to support more ...

Show Notes In this episode of A Dose of Wellbeing, we explore the emerging role of psychedelics in treating addiction. Our guest is Mark Sweeney—pharmacist, independent prescriber, and charity trustee—who’s currently pursuing a PhD in the Department of Brain Sciences at Imperial College London, looking into how psychedelics can be used as potential treatments for addictions, anxiety, and depression. Mark is passionate about evidence-based drug policies and improving the lives of people ...

In this episode we chat with our Chief Executive, Danielle, about the important topic of financial wellbeing. We cover reasons why pharmacists may seek financial assistance, the impact of our charity's support, and any barriers that might prevent individuals from reaching out. Danielle offers reassurance for those hesitant to seek help, discusses the link between finances and mental health, and explains how to access our services. We also highlight our partnership with Rebel Finance School an...

Show Notes What if money could bring more than security—what if it could bring freedom? In this episode of A Dose of Wellbeing, we’re joined by Alan and Katie Donegan from Rebel Finance School to talk about financial wellbeing, mindset shifts, and why they believe anyone can take control of their finances—regardless of where they’re starting from. From practical tips to inspiring stories, this episode is packed with insights to help you rethink your relationship with money and take your first...

Show Notes In this episode of A Dose of Wellbeing, host Danielle Hunt is joined by Wellbeing Development Senior Manager Melissa Cochrane to explore the realities of stress in the pharmacy profession—and what we can do about it. Together, they unpack early signs of stress, common pitfalls in managing it, and practical tools that can help, including simple breathing techniques you can use anytime, anywhere. Whether you're feeling the pressure or just want to be more proactive about your wellbei...

What happens when you cut ultra-processed foods (UPFs) from your diet for a month? In this episode, the Pharmacist Support team shares their experience of ditching UPFs in pursuit of better health. They discuss the motivation behind the challenge, the biggest struggles, unexpected benefits, and whether they plan to stick with it. Did it change their relationship with food? What about social life? Tune in for an honest and insightful conversation. Pharmacist Support relies on generous do...

How does nutrition fit into pharmacy? Can food really be medicine? In this episode, we sit down with nutrition and lifestyle pharmacist Jazz McPhail to explore the powerful connection between diet, physical health and mental wellbeing. From the role of nutritional therapy in pharmacy to common dietary challenges faced by pharmacists, we dive into the science and practical applications of food as medicine. Pharmacist Support relies on generous donations to provide our charitable services and s...

In this podcast we interview Lisa Simpson, who had the courage to make a major life change in order to follow her dream. Without ever having been there, she made a choice to move to the Isle of Islay in Scotland and bought its only pharmacy. She shares with us the reasons for making such a big life change and how it has impacted her and her husband. We hope you will enjoy this inspiring episode. Help us to support more of our pharmacy family Pharmacist Support relies on generous donations to...

In celebration of the new year, join Melissa and Riven as they discuss living a life that is aligned with our values and enables us to move towards our dream life. They explore how to discover what our true values are, how to use them to enhance our life and ultimately how to move toward our ideal situation. To make a donation to Pharmacist Support, click here: https://pharmacistsupport.org/support-our-work/donate/

In this episode we sit down with Wellbeing Development Manager at Pharmacist Support, Melissa Cochrane. Melissa has developed a new wellbeing course called Gut feeling: Nutrition and mental wellbeing. In this episode, Melissa shares what this new course covers, information on why eating well is so important for your wellbeing and provides tips and tricks so you can better your mental wellbeing through what you eat. This podcast has been sponsored by our partners and leading provider of m...

In this episode we sit down with Director of Pharmacy at Royal United Hospital Bath and Integrated Care System Chief Pharmacist at Bath and North East Somerset Integrated Care Board, Uzo Ibechukwu. Uzo believes that implementing a plan around people, culture, health and wellbeing is the single most important part of any clinical strategy. And the most valuable role of any leader in healthcare is to create an environment where people feel safe to be themselves, to have ambitions and goals outs...