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The Diverse Minds Podcast

The Diverse Minds Podcast

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 The podcast that talks about race equality and wellbeing for a busy modern world through inspiring stories, interviews and case studies. Brought to you by Leyla Okhai, CEO of Diverse Minds UK and former Head of the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Centre at Imperial College London. We provide insights from diverse thought leaders in race equality, wellbeing and mental health to increase your understanding and enable you to make positive changes in your life with ease.Leyla Okhai Hygiene & gesundes Leben Persönliche Entwicklung Persönlicher Erfolg Seelische & Geistige Gesundheit Ökonomie
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  • #299 Managing Your Emotions at Work

    #299 Managing Your Emotions at Work
    Feb 17 2026

    Welcome to the 299th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! In this episode, I'm exploring how to manage your emotions at work amid relentless, painful news cycles.

    In today’s show on Managing Your Emotions at Work
    • 00:57 - Why the news feels relentless and why work isn't a vacuum
    • 02:05 - How overwhelm shows up: recognising stress signs and accessing helpful resources
    • 03:56 - Why politics at work can feel psychologically unsafe, especially for underrepresented groups
    • 05:16 - Practical steps for managing emotions when political discussions arise
    • 09:56 - The importance of documentation, allies, and finding supportive spaces
    Quotes on Managing Your Emotions at Work
    • We live in an intense period.
    • Talking about politics at work can feel psychologically dangerous, particularly for the global majority, disabled, LGBTQI+ and women employees.
    • I wish we didn't have to manage our emotions. I wish we could be open. I wish we could get support. I wish it didn't have to be like this.
    • The penalty for anyone from an underrepresented group speaking openly about political inequality can be labelled as troublemaking.
    • It's not wrong to have the reactions; it's just that we don't necessarily want to react.

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    Resources for Managing Your Emotions at Work
    • Check out episodes on Stress, Money and Mental Health
    • Listen to my episode series on Politics in the Workplace
    • Download my 10-Step Stress Resource
    • Access the Podcast Episode Guide with clickable links
    • Join my Mailing List and receive a white paper on mental health and inclusion here
    • Check out my TEDx talk: The Connection between Culture, Race and Mental Health
    • Leave me a message on my SpeakPipe

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    Work with me

    Have a look at my online work-life balance course on Thinkific. You can access it here: http://bit.ly/DMMHPONC

    One-hour focused Sessions £250 1-2-1Power Hour Sessions for Organisations

    Complete the form to discuss your training needs: https://forms.gle/hgnYtmTu33Zeem489

    Check out my coaching FAQs or learn more about how 1:1 coaching can support your wellbeing.

    Subscribe to the podcast

    If you enjoyed this episode, then consider subscribing on Apple podcast, Spotify or wherever you access your podcasts from.

    If you enjoyed it, why not leave a review?

    You can also connect with me on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

    Remember to tune in next week, where I’ll bring you more insights on mental health and inclusion.
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    12 Min.
  • #298 New Website Launch

    #298 New Website Launch
    Feb 3 2026

    Welcome to the 298th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! In this episode, I'm thrilled to take you on a tour of my brand-new website—a meaningful redesign that goes beyond aesthetics to reflect the colourful, inclusive heart of Diverse Minds. Discover the powerful accessibility features, curated resources, and exciting new offerings that will support you in creating mentally healthy and inclusive workplaces.

    In today’s show on Round-Up of the Year 2025
    • About the new website and what it means for the Diverseminds business. [00:33]
    • The evolution of the Diverseminds website and why it was time for a bold, colourful transformation. [00:57]
    • Discover the game-changing accessibility tools powered by One Tap, including ADHD-friendly modes and visual impairment support. [03:00]
    • A guided tour through the homepage, training pages, speaking page, and the juicy resources section you won't want to miss. [03:50]
    • All my resources and downloads are now accessible in one place. [08:53]
    Quotes on Round-Up of the Year 2025
    • This isn't just a rebrand or a visual refresh, but a meaningful moment for business and me personally.
    • The accessibility adjustments powered by One Tap include ADHD-friendly mode with a ribbon across the screen, and I found this really useful whether you have ADHD or not.
    • If you feel you can't work with me yet or don't have the budget, the resources tab is the place for you.
    • I hope you enjoy it as much as I have. It feels simpler, more fun, and much clearer and easier to use.
    • The website wasn't supporting people in the way it could have. The materials, resources, and pieces of knowledge weren't curated in the best way possible for people to access them easily.
    Resources for Round-Up of the Year 2025
    • Check out the new website.
    • Visite the new downloads page
    • Download the free 200-episode guide with clickable links HERE.
    • Join my Mailing List and receive a white paper on mental health and inclusion here
    • Check out my TEDx talk: The Connection between Culture, Race and Mental Health
    • Leave me a message on my SpeakPipe

    Work with me

    Have a look at my online work-life balance course on Thinkific. You can access it here: http://bit.ly/DMMHPONC

    One-hour focused Sessions £250 1-2-1Power Hour Sessions for Organisations

    Complete the form to discuss your training needs: https://forms.gle/hgnYtmTu33Zeem489

    Check out my coaching FAQs or learn more about how 1:1 coaching can support your wellbeing.

    Subscribe to the podcast

    If you enjoyed this episode, then consider subscribing on Apple podcast, Spotify or wherever you access your podcasts from.

    If you enjoyed it, why not leave a review?

    You can also connect with me on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

    Remember to tune in next week, where I’ll bring you more insights on mental health and inclusion.
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    14 Min.
  • #297 Workplace Wellbeing Trends for 2026

    #297 Workplace Wellbeing Trends for 2026
    Jan 20 2026
    Welcome to the 297th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! In this episode, I reflect on my workplace wellbeing predictions for 2025—what happened and what didn't—before sharing my five predictions for 2026.In today's show on Workplace Wellbeing Trends for 2026Reflecting on 2025 workplace wellbeing predictions and why many didn't come to fruition. [00:33]Redundancy support, AI job displacement, and the disappointing removal of the right to switch off from UK employment legislation. [01:09]The lack of progress on workplace adjustments and disability inclusion, despite government initiatives like Work Well. [03:05]Managing political differences in the workplace and the ongoing crisis in financial well-being support for employees. [05:05]Five predictions for 2026 workplace wellbeing trends and what organisations should be preparing for. [07:47].stk-91ebae5 {height:30px !important;}Quotes on Workplace Wellbeing Trends for 2026Disabled people in the UK continue to experience lower employment rates and a notable pay gap compared to their non-disabled peers.Psychological safety is the belief that you won't be punished or humiliated for speaking up in the workplace.AI therapy and counselling terrifies me quite a lot. It cannot diagnose mental illness and shouldn't replace human therapy.Human-to-human contact is still essential. Not everyone can or should work remotely and be tech-based.Middle managers reported feeling overwhelmed and underprepared, with a knock-on effect felt across teams..stk-ba39a0c {height:30px !important;}Resources for Workplace Wellbeing Trends for 2026Episode #120: Having Conversations About Workplace AdjustmentsEpisode #192: Getting Workplace Adjustments Right with Daniel WilliamsEpisode #253: Election Special: The Possibilities for EDI?Episode #254: Is it ok to Talk about Politics at Work?Episode #255: Shifting Workplace PoliticsEpisode #245: What is Psychological Safety at Work?Episode #58: Neurodiversity, Race and Culture with Jannett MorganEpisode #79: Neurodivergent Support with Janette BeethamEpisode #173: Neurodivergent Support in Education with Aquayemi Claude Garnett AkinsanyaEpisode #187: Autism, Race and Culture with Reena AnandDownload the free 200-episode guide with clickable links HERE.Join my Mailing List and receive a white paper on mental health and inclusion hereCheck out my TEDx talk: The Connection between Culture, Race and Mental HealthLeave me a message on my SpeakPipe.stk-0a30c05 {height:29px !important;}Work with meHave a look at my online work-life balance course on Thinkific. You can access it here: http://bit.ly/DMMHPONC.stk-d762e95 {height:30px !important;}One-hour focused Sessions £250 1-2-1Power Hour Sessions for OrganisationsComplete the form to discuss your training needs: https://forms.gle/hgnYtmTu33Zeem489Check out my FAQs here: http://diverseminds.co.uk/solutions/coaching/You can learn more about the coaching I do to support your wellbeing here. .stk-1ca2f54 {height:30px !important;}Subscribe to the podcast If you enjoyed this episode, then consider subscribing on Apple podcast, Spotify or wherever you access your podcasts from.If you enjoyed it, why not leave a review? You can also connect with me on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Remember to tune in next week, where I’ll bring you more insights on mental health and inclusion.
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    18 Min.
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