A Dose of Wellbeing: the Pharmacist Support podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

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.

Resources 

Our Live the Live You Want to Lead  wellbeing workshop is available free for pharmacists, students and trainees by signing up to our Wellbeing Learning Platform:  https://pharmacistsupport.clcmoodle.org/local/roadmaplogin/login.php

Help us to support more of our pharmacy family

Pharmacist Support relies on generous donations to provide our charitable services and support. If you enjoyed our podcast episode today, please consider making a donation so we can continue creating more content to support mental health and wellbeing in pharmacy. Thank you: https://pharmacistsupport.org/support-our-work/donate/

Disclaimer

The content of this podcast is for information purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Pharmacist Support.

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 episode has been sponsored by our partners and leading provider of medicines Teva UK, enabling us to further our mission to support the wellbeing of our pharmacy family.

To sign up to our free Wellbeing Learning Platform to access this new course, click here: https://pharmacistsupport.clcmoodle.org/local/roadmaplogin/login.php 

Help us to support more of our pharmacy family

Pharmacist Support relies on generous donations to provide our charitable services and support. If you enjoyed our podcast episode today, please consider making a donation so we can continue creating more content to support mental health and wellbeing in pharmacy. Thank you: https://pharmacistsupport.org/support-our-work/donate/

Disclaimer

The content of this podcast is for information purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Pharmacist Support.

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 outside the tried and tested, and to support them to surpass the leader themselves.  

In this episode, Uzo shares tips on how to create a more positive and healthy working environment, useful insights into how he got his team more engaged and involved in sharing feedback and how he overcame pushbacks to implementing wellbeing initiatives in the workplace. 

Resources

To access our Embracing a Workplace Wellbeing Culture course for pharmacy managers, leaders and supervisors, please visit our website.

Podcast sponsorship

This podcast episode has been sponsored by our partners and leading provider of medicines Teva UK, enabling us to further our mission to support the wellbeing of our pharmacy family.

Help us to support more of our pharmacy family

Pharmacist Support relies on generous donations to provide our charitable services and support. If you enjoyed our podcast episode today, please consider making a donation so we can continue creating more content to support mental health and wellbeing in pharmacy. Thank you: https://pharmacistsupport.org/support-our-work/donate/

Help us to support more of our pharmacy family

Pharmacist Support relies on generous donations to provide our charitable services and support. If you enjoyed our podcast episode today, please consider making a donation so we can continue creating more content to support mental health and wellbeing in pharmacy. Thank you: https://pharmacistsupport.org/support-our-work/donate/

Disclaimer

The content of this podcast is for information purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Pharmacist Support.

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.

Resources

Ready to take steps towards living the life you want to lead? Our interactive workshop was created for those of us who feel we’d like to make a change in our lives, but aren’t sure where to begin. The workshop starts with an exploration of values and how these can inform our goals, then looks at goal-setting and habit formation. We look at habits of mind and how we can move through self-defeating thoughts, as well as how gratitude can help. Sign up for free on our Wellbeing Learning Platform.

Help us to support more of our pharmacy family

Pharmacist Support relies on generous donations to provide our charitable services and support. If you enjoyed our podcast episode today, please consider making a donation so we can continue creating more content to support mental health and wellbeing in pharmacy. Thank you: https://pharmacistsupport.org/support-our-work/donate/

Disclaimer

The content of this podcast is for information purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Pharmacist Support.

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 support. If you enjoyed our podcast episode today, please consider making a donation so we can continue creating more content to support mental health and wellbeing in pharmacy. Thank you: https://pharmacistsupport.org/support-our-work/donate/

Resources 

Interested in how nutrition affects mental health? Check out our free wellbeing workshop, Gut Feeling: Nutrition and Mental Wellbeing. This interactive session explores the latest research on the gut-brain connection and offers practical tips to support your wellbeing through diet. Sign up for free on our Wellbeing Learning Platform.

Help us to support more of our pharmacy family

Pharmacist Support relies on generous donations to provide our charitable services and support. If you enjoyed our podcast episode today, please consider making a donation so we can continue creating more content to support mental health and wellbeing in pharmacy. Thank you: https://pharmacistsupport.org/support-our-work/donate/

Disclaimer

The content of this podcast is for information purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Pharmacist Support.

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. 

Resources

Curious about how food impacts mental health? Explore our free wellbeing workshop, Gut Feeling: Nutrition and Mental Wellbeing. This interactive session unpacks the gut-brain connection and provides actionable tips to improve your wellbeing through nutrition. Sign up for free on our Wellbeing Learning Platform. 

Help us to support more of our pharmacy family

Pharmacist Support relies on generous donations to provide our charitable services and support. If you enjoyed our podcast episode today, please consider making a donation so we can continue creating more content to support mental health and wellbeing in pharmacy. Thank you: https://pharmacistsupport.org/support-our-work/donate/

Disclaimer

The content of this podcast is for information purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Pharmacist Support.

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 wellbeing, this episode offers useful takeaways to help you find calm in the day-to-day of pharmacy life.

Resources 

To find out more about managing stress, pharmacists, students and trainees can sign up free for our Wellbeing Learning Platform. Here you can access a range of free wellbeing workshops and videos including workshops on managing stress and building resilience and the science behind wellbeing. 

• Click here to sign up for to Wellbeing Learning Platform for free. 
• To access our Embracing a Workplace Wellbeing Culture course for pharmacy managers, leaders and supervisors, please visit our website. 
• How to reduce stress through the way you breathe video on YouTube. 
• For a range of free  information and resources on improving your mental health and managing stress  see our website..  
• If you feel you may need to speak to someone to help you better manage stress or improve your mental health, you may wish to consider accessing our peer support or counselling services.  
• NHS Drink Free Days App:
  • NHS Drink Free Days app – Android  
  • NHS Drink Free Days app – iPhone  

Help us to support more of our pharmacy family

Pharmacist Support relies on generous donations to provide our charitable services and support. If you enjoyed our podcast episode today, please consider making a donation so we can continue creating more content to support mental health and wellbeing in pharmacy. Thank you: https://pharmacistsupport.org/support-our-work/donate/

Disclaimer

The content of this podcast is for information purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Pharmacist Support.

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 (or next) step toward financial freedom.

Resources 

We are proud to present the free Rebel Finance for Pharmacists course to help pharmacists, pharmacy students, and trainee pharmacists gain confidence in managing their finances. You'll learn practical skills like budgeting, saving, and investing, which can help you build a more secure financial future. The aim is to provide you with the knowledge and tools to make informed financial decisions, reduce stress, and support your overall wellbeing. To access the course after launch at the end of May 2025, sign up for free to our Wellbeing Learning Platform: https://pharmacistsupport.clcmoodle.org/local/roadmaplogin/login.php 

Disclaimer

The content of this podcast is for information purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Pharmacist Support.

Help us to support more of our pharmacy family

Pharmacist Support relies on generous donations to provide our charitable services and support. If you enjoyed our podcast episode today, please consider making a donation so we can continue creating more content to support mental health and wellbeing in pharmacy. Thank you: https://pharmacistsupport.org/support-our-work/donate/

Disclaimer

The content of this podcast is for information purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Pharmacist Support.

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 and the benefits of financial education for pharmacists at different stages of their careers. Tune in for an engaging and informative show that may help you or your colleagues improve your financial and overall wellbeing!

Resources 

We have lots if information to help people with their finances on our website: https://pharmacistsupport.org/i-need-help-managing-my/finances/ 

Find out more about our Rebel Finance for Pharmacists course here:  

https://pharmacistsupport.org/how-we-can-help/financial-assistance/rebel-finance-for-pharmacists/ 

 We have more information about the financial assistance we offer here: https://pharmacistsupport.org/how-we-can-help/financial-assistance/ 

Help us to support more of our pharmacy family

Pharmacist Support relies on generous donations to provide our charitable services and support. If you enjoyed our podcast episode today, please consider making a donation so we can continue creating more content to support mental health and wellbeing in pharmacy. Thank you: https://pharmacistsupport.org/support-our-work/donate/

Disclaimer

The content of this podcast is for information purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Pharmacist Support.

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 facing difficulties with substance use. He is working on the cutting edge of new approaches to helping people struggling with addiction. A thought-provoking conversation at the intersection of science, compassion, and innovation.

Resources 

For more information about our services, including our confidential Addiction Support service, please see: I need help managing my... - Pharmacist Support

Disclaimer

The content of this podcast is for information purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Pharmacist Support.

Help us to support more of our pharmacy family

Pharmacist Support relies on generous donations to provide our charitable services and support. If you enjoyed our podcast episode today, please consider making a donation so we can continue creating more content to support mental health and wellbeing in pharmacy. Thank you: https://pharmacistsupport.org/support-our-work/donate/

Disclaimer

The content of this podcast is for information purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Pharmacist Support.