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Psychologically Speaking with Leila Ainge

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A psychologist"s insight into the fascinating world of human behaviour without the jargon, with Psychologist & coach, Leila Ainge. Blending scientific research with real experiences, Leila is on a mission to reframe outdated notions of imposter syndrome. Psychologically Speaking delves into Leila"s own ground-breaking research, exploring what drives those pesky fraudulent feelings in entrepreneurs, the unexpected advantages, and how you can actually leverage imposter moments to your benefit (yes,

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39:08

48. Lights, Camera… Courage: Dany’s Arctic...

Psychologically Speaking with Leila Ainge ·

2025/12/31

In this deeply honest and energising episode of Psychologically Speaking, Dany Johnston — data & AI consultant, documentary filmmaker, and PhD researcher — shares her most ambitious and vulnerable goal yet: to create and release a new documentary filmed during a once-in-a-lifetime expedition to the Arctic Circle.Dany’s story is one of dual passions: 25 years in business transformation and data, and a lifelong pull toward storytelling, creativity, and human rights. Her PhD bridges those worlds,

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37:11

47. The Cupboard Under the Stairs: Emma’s Year of...

Psychologically Speaking with Leila Ainge ·

2025/12/30

In this episode of Psychologically Speaking, Emma returns to share her 2026 goal — and it’s one that will resonate with anyone whose business has grown faster than their systems.Emma describes the year ahead as a “cupboard under the stairs” moment — the kind of messy-but-essential reorganisation that requires everything to come out before the clarity goes back in. We talk about the three strands of her work (Managing the Menopause, The Triple Shift coaching practice, and Holding Up the Sky) and the

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39:28

46. Creative Confidence: The Goal That Strengthens...

Psychologically Speaking with Leila Ainge ·

2025/12/18

A conversation about creative confidence, goal setting, and how sharing your work builds self-worth. Designer Bhavini joins Leila to explore fear, visibility, and growth.In this episode of Psychologically Speaking, Leila Ainge sits down with creative designer Bhavini (B81 Designs) to explore the psychology behind creative confidence, self-worth, and setting goals that stretch you.Bhavini shares the now-iconic story of her childhood Peter Rabbit — the rainbow-drenched sculpture her mum repainted

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35:43

45. From Stretch Goals to Finish Lines: Goal Setting,...

Psychologically Speaking with Leila Ainge ·

2025/12/16

In this episode of Psychologically Speaking, Leila talks with marketer, community-builder and marathon-in-training Hannah Isted, about her 2026 goals. Together, they explore how ambitious stretch goals like scaling a marketing membership and finishing the London Marathon in a faster time, require the same core ingredients: consistency, accountability, community, and strategic planning.This conversation blends the worlds of business growth, running, and mindset coaching, showing how transferable

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37:05

44. The Ripple Effect: Women, Money, and...

Psychologically Speaking with Leila Ainge ·

2025/12/09

In this episode of Psychologically Speaking: The Goal Experiments, Lucy shares her 2026 goal, not just for her business, but for the women who benefit when she succeeds.We talk about what it means to set a goal that has social impact. Lucy’s ambition is grounded in something practical: helping more women secure meaningful contracts and build financially independent businesses. This is a grounded, thoughtful conversation about the kind of goal that changes not just a business, but the people around

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43. Animation, Ambition, and the 2026 Plan with...

Psychologically Speaking with Leila Ainge ·

2025/12/02

In this episode of Psychologically Speaking: The Goal Experiments, animator and filmmaker Duncan Catterall-Mason talks to Leila Ainge on what it really takes to build a sustainable freelance career in the creative industries. They talk about ambition and burnout when you’re raising a family and trying to carve out time to network.Duncan shares his 16-year journey in animation and visual effects, why he’s shifting toward a premium service model, and what launching a new showreel by December will

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18:26

42. The Psychology of Goal Setting: Flexibility,...

Psychologically Speaking with Leila Ainge ·

2025/11/25

Why do some goals stick while others fade?In this episode, psychologist Leila Ainge explores the psychology behind effective goal-setting — blending insights from real conversations with three guests and research on motivation, social identity, and resilience.You’ll hear how Rebecca, Jen, and Darren each navigate creative ambition, self-belief, and belonging, and how their stories reveal the deeper psychological forces shaping success.Expect practical reflection points on:The difference between

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41. Drawing Belonging: Darren Scotland on ambition...

Psychologically Speaking with Leila Ainge ·

2025/11/18

Designer and illustrator Darren Scotland, founder of Ace of Place, joins psychologist Leila Ainge to talk about creative ambition, belonging, and the self-doubt that often comes with growth.Darren’s 2026 goal is to grow his business from a solo studio into a collaborative creative brand — one that celebrates homes, buildings, and the stories that make them meaningful. Together, he and Leila unpack what it means to balance ambition with authenticity, to manage fear of failure, and to build systems

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39. Jen Vaughan on Balancing Nurture and Profit, The...

Psychologically Speaking with Leila Ainge ·

2025/11/11

In this first conversation of The Goal Experiments, psychologist and researcher Leila Ainge speaks with yoga teacher Jen Vaughan about the tension between giving and receiving, authenticity and marketing, nurture and profit.Together, they unpack what happens when care is your craft: how to claim space, ask for fair payment, and show up as your whole self without feeling like you’ve lost something in the process.We follow Jen as she sets her first 2026 “goal-resolution”:Claim space and set clearer

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31:41

40. From Procrastination to Publication — with...

Psychologically Speaking with Leila Ainge ·

2025/11/11

In this episode of Psychologically Speaking, psychologist and researcher Leila Ainge talks with Rebecca Slater, who’s setting a powerful goal for 2026: to write her first book.Together they explore what it really takes to move from wanting to doing — overcoming procrastination, creating time, and building habits that last. Rebecca shares how shifting her mindset, using community support, and redefining success are helping her take the first steps toward authorship.This episode looks closely at the

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11:39

Women, Ambition & the Profit Silence

Psychologically Speaking with Leila Ainge ·

2025/11/06

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 from Good Girl Economics, her research collaboration with Nicky Denson-Elliott, Leila examines why conversations about profit, visibility, and ambition can feel uncomfortable for women, even in supportive entrepreneurial spaces.Listeners will hear how gendered expectations and internalised narratives

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21:56

Your secret weapon against burnout and stress

Psychologically Speaking with Leila Ainge ·

2025/10/28

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.

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19:51

How to Stop Over-Striving and Start Feeling Fulfilled

Psychologically Speaking with Leila Ainge ·

2025/10/17

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 life’s quieter moments. Drawing on research into hedonic adaptation and flow, Leila unpacks how to tell the difference between healthy ambition and the anxiety of overstriving. You’ll learn how to savour success, sustain motivation, and find balance between progress and peace.Plus—Leila shares exciting

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47:44

Unfiltered & Unapologetic: Women in Focus with Karen...

Psychologically Speaking with Leila Ainge ·

2025/10/08

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 women as they truly are.We talk about what happens when women step in front of the camera: the nerves, the joy, the shift in self-image that can follow. Our conversation ranges from the pressures of social media filters to the liberation of candid photography, and why authenticity is such a powerful

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43:21

You are not that important: finding Joy and doing...

Psychologically Speaking with Leila Ainge ·

2025/10/01

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 psychological aspects of anticipation and joy. Hannah shares her journey of developing a 10-minute marketing approach, emphasizing the power of timers and gamification in overcoming procrastination. The discussion also touches on the significance of nostalgia in marketing and the impact of seasonality on

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48:39

The Joy of being a Generalist (and specialist) with...

Psychologically Speaking with Leila Ainge ·

2025/09/26

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 be a generalist in HR. I loved this chat so much. KatieElliott is a CIPD qualified HR consultant and the founder of HRKatie. She has spent more than a decade working in HR, starting in recruitment before moving into a generalist role where she gained experience in every aspect of people management, from

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09:19

Run With Me: A Short Episode on Mindset and Doing...

Psychologically Speaking with Leila Ainge ·

2025/08/29

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 of running after losing it for a while.If you’ve ever felt stuck, slowed down, or unsure how to keep going, this one’s for you. Think of it as a moving conversation, part psychology, part personal update, and hopefully a gentle nudge for your own goals too.Listen now and run, walk, or sit with me for

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21:05

Is Imposter Phenomenon Blocking Your Joy?,...

Psychologically Speaking with Leila Ainge ·

2025/08/19

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 why feelings of being a fraud can leave us drained instead of delighted. Drawing on psychology research and coaching practice, she explores the role of self-promotion, comparison, and community support, and shares practical, psychology-backed strategies you can use to fuel momentum. This episode ends with

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23:04

The weight of Joy: Choosing joy, autistic joy and art.

Psychologically Speaking with Leila Ainge ·

2025/08/07

Hello, in this episode you are getting a joyful mixed bag including the latest research on autistic joy, what we can take from two pictures in the National Portrait gallery. Leila delves into the concept of joy, distinguishing it from happiness and exploring its complexities. She discusses various psychological theories of joy, including the broaden and build theory, flow theory, and self-determination theory, while also highlighting the limitations of these theories, particularly in relation to

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46:04

Does Your Environment Spark Joy?

Psychologically Speaking with Leila Ainge ·

2025/07/28

In this conversation, Leila and Lisa explore the themes of joy, personal spaces, and the impact of nature on wellbeing. They discuss the importance of creating environments that spark joy, the connection between nature and mental health, and the significance of community and connection in both personal and professional lives. Lisa shares her journey of transitioning from a corporate career to interior design and mentoring, emphasizing the value of slowing down to appreciate life's moments. Lisa

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