Women, Ambition & the Profit Silence
In this episode, psychologist and researcher Leila Ainge explores the quiet tension many women experience in business — the space between ambition and the pressure to be “good.” Drawing on findings fr...
6 Nov 202511min
Your secret weapon against burnout and stress
Welcome to my favourite field, yes.. you heard that right. In this episode I'm talking about the suprising benefits of noticing a tree, field or bit of nature near to you.
28 Okt 202521min
How to Stop Over-Striving and Start Feeling Fulfilled
What’s the real difference between joy, fulfilment, and striving? In this episode, psychologist Leila Ainge explores the psychology behind our endless chase for more—and why true joy often hides in li...
17 Okt 202519min
Unfiltered & Unapologetic: Women in Focus with Karen Staniland-Platt
What does it really mean to be seen? In this episode of Psychologically Speaking, I sit down with Karen Staniland- Platt, a Manchester-based photographer and writer who’s passionate about capturing wo...
8 Okt 202547min
You are not that important: finding Joy and doing weird stuff with Hannah Isted.
Leila and Hannah explore the themes of joy, productivity, and marketing strategies. They discuss the importance of celebrating small wins, the awkwardness of creating B-roll content, and the psycholog...
1 Okt 202543min
The Joy of being a Generalist (and specialist) with Katie Elliott
Wow, There's a big debate around being a generalist vs niching down, but this conversation with Katie proves that it takes specialist knowledge about specific industries and types of organisations to ...
26 Sep 202548min
Run With Me: A Short Episode on Mindset and Doing Hard Things
In this short episode, I’m taking you with me, literally, on a run. 🏃♀️I share some reflections on mindset, what it really takes to do hard things, and how I’ve been finding my way back to the joy o...
29 Aug 20259min
Is Imposter Phenomenon Blocking Your Joy?, Psychology-Backed Solutions
Ever feel like the imposter experiences are stealing your joy? In this episode of Psychologically Speaking, Leila Ainge unpacks the link between imposter phenomenon (known as syndrome) and joy, and wh...
19 Aug 202521min
