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Workplace Therapy with Dr. Abby Medcalf

Workplace Therapy with Dr. Abby Medcalf

By: Abby Medcalf
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If Adam Grant and Brené Brown had a smart, funny, slightly bossy sister who showed up with her own table, her own chairs, and a slightly inappropriate snack tray, you’d get Dr. Abby Medcalf.

Welcome to Workplace Therapy, the podcast where workplace relationships finally get the therapy they’ve always needed. Whether you're burned out from boundary-less coworkers, stuck in a people-pleasing loop with your boss, or dreading yet another “quick” check-in from a micromanaging manager, Abby has the insight and attitude you’ve been craving.

With decades of experience as a psychologist, organizational consultant, and no-nonsense New Yorker, Abby delivers research-backed tips and strategies you can use today. No fluff. No vague leadership lingo. Just honest talk about the human side of work and how to finally feel energized and confident in your career again.

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Episodes
  • 5. Is Your Work Anxiety Helping You or Slowly Destroying You?
    Nov 6 2025

    Anxiety at work is practically a badge of honor in many high-achieving environments. You’re praised for staying up late to “double check” the deck or constantly monitoring your inbox “just in case.” But here’s the truth: while some anxiety can help you perform better, too much of it will wreck your productivity, your confidence, and your health. So how do you know when your anxiety is helpful and when it’s just running you ragged? Today we’ll break down the difference, the psychology behind it, and a simple five-step strategy to get back in the driver’s seat when anxiety shows up at work.

    Full blog and show notes: https://abbymedcalf.com/anxiety-at-work

    Get the Workday Grounding Toolkit: https://abbymedcalf.com/grounding-toolkit

    Join my online community, One Love Collective, on Substack: https://abbymedcalf.com/substack.

    You'll get...

    ✨ Early drops + ad-free podcast episodes

    ✨ Worksheets, journal prompts, downloads, and guided visualizations

    ✨ Community chats and live Q&A calls with Abby

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    Subscribe to the Love Letter and get my little messages each week!

    https://abbymedcalf.com/loveletter-opt-in/

    👉 Pick up a copy of my new book, Boundaries Made Easy: Your Roadmap to Connection, Easy and Joy: https://abbymedcalf.com/boundaries

    👉 Pick up The Workbook: Boundaries Made Easier to use as a companion to the book or as a standalone masterclass: https://abbymedcalf.com/boundaries-workbook

    👉 Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book

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    Looking for past episodes of the Relationships Made Easy Podcast? Head over to https://abbymedcalf.com/podcast-the-archives where you’ll find past episodes.

    Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my online courses (some are FREE!) or grab a workbook: https://abbymedcalf.com/shop

    A great idea to stay motivated and keep your head in a positive direction is to buy some of my fabulous, inspirational merchandise. Get yourself a t-shirt, mug, tote bag or notebook with that daily reminder that you’ve got this! https://abbymedcalf.com/shop

    Say hello on social:

    Substack: https://substack.com/@abbymedcalfphd

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving

    LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving

    YouTube: https://abbymedcalf.com/youtube

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    20 mins
  • 4. Why You’re Burnt Out and Ready to Quit, and How to Get Your Sanity Back Instead
    Oct 29 2025

    If you’re dragging yourself out of bed every morning, fantasizing about quitting your job on the spot, or feeling like you’re failing at work and at life, this episode is for you. Burnout isn’t just about being tired. It’s about the creeping sense that no matter what you do, it’s never enough.

    Today, we’re breaking down exactly why you’re so burnt out (not just the symptoms, but the hidden causes that keep fueling the fire). You’ll learn how to spot the early warning signs before they explode into full-blown exhaustion, the neuroscience behind burnout and motivation, and the one mindset shift that can help you stop spinning your wheels and start feeling human again.

    As always, I’ll walk you through a clear, research-backed action plan so you don’t just survive until January, you recalibrate, recharge, and reclaim your energy before the new year even starts.

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    Full blog and show notes: https://abbymedcalf.com/why-youre-burnt-out-at-work

    Take the quiz: What Type of Burnout Are You? https://abbymedcalf.comburnout-quiz

    Join my online community, One Love Collective, on Substack: https://abbymedcalf.com/substack.

    You'll get...

    ✨ Early drops + ad-free podcast episodes

    ✨ Worksheets, journal prompts, downloads, and guided visualizations

    ✨ Community chats and live Q&A calls with Abby

    _________

    👉 Pick up a copy of my new book, Boundaries Made Easy: Your Roadmap to Connection, Easy and Joy: https://abbymedcalf.com/boundaries

    👉 Pick up The Workbook: Boundaries Made Easier to use as a companion to the book or as a standalone masterclass: https://abbymedcalf.com/boundaries-workbook

    👉 Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book

    ____________________________

    Looking for past episodes of the Relationships Made Easy Podcast? Head over to https://abbymedcalf.com/podcast-the-archives where you’ll find past episodes.

    Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my online courses (some are FREE!) or grab a workbook: https://abbymedcalf.com/shop

    Say hello on social:

    Substack: https://substack.com/@abbymedcalfphd

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving

    LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving

    YouTube: https://abbymedcalf.com/youtube

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    12 mins
  • 3. Why No One Respects Your Work Boundaries (and How to Change That)
    Oct 22 2025

    We’ve all been told to “set better boundaries” like it’s some magical fix for burnout or bad bosses. But here’s the truth: most people think they’re setting boundaries when they’re really just stating wishes or venting frustrations. Saying “I don’t like being interrupted” isn’t a boundary; it’s a feeling. A real boundary has a clear action and consequence: “If I keep getting interrupted, I’ll leave the meeting and follow up in writing.”

    In today’s episode, I’m breaking down what a boundary actually is, why yours aren’t working, and exactly what to say so people take you seriously. If you’ve ever felt invisible, overextended, or quietly resentful at work, this one’s for you.

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    Full blog and show notes: https://abbymedcalf.com/workplace-boundaries-that-stick

    Train Your Team to Respect Your Boundaries. Grab my free BRAVE Boundary Toolkit: https://abbymedcalf.com/brave-toolkit


    Join my online community, One Love Collective, on Substack: https://abbymedcalf.com/substack.

    You'll get...

    ✨ Early drops + ad-free podcast episodes

    ✨ Worksheets, journal prompts, downloads, and guided visualizations

    ✨ Community chats and live Q&A calls with Abby

    _________

    Subscribe to the Love Letter and get my little messages each week!

    https://abbymedcalf.com/loveletter-opt-in/

    👉 Pick up a copy of my new book, Boundaries Made Easy: Your Roadmap to Connection, Easy and Joy: https://abbymedcalf.com/boundaries

    👉 Pick up The Workbook: Boundaries Made Easier to use as a companion to the book or as a standalone masterclass: https://abbymedcalf.com/boundaries-workbook

    👉 Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book

    ____________________________

    Looking for past episodes of the Relationships Made Easy Podcast? Head over to https://abbymedcalf.com/podcast-the-archives where you’ll find past episodes.


    Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my online courses (some are FREE!) or grab a workbook: https://abbymedcalf.com/shop


    Say hello on social:

    Substack: https://substack.com/@abbymedcalfphd

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving

    LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving

    YouTube: https://abbymedcalf.com/youtube

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    18 mins
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