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Resilience Unravelled

Resilience Unravelled

Written by: Russell Thackeray
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These podcasts help you get the most from life and work by helping you reduce burnout and improve your resilience and performance.© 2025 QED - Performance on Purpose Exercise & Fitness Fitness, Diet & Nutrition Hygiene & Healthy Living Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Self-Help Success
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  • Kate Macafoose on Revolutionising Healthcare with Robotics at Chang Robotics
    Feb 2 2026

    In this episode of Resilience Unraveled, Dr Russell Thackeray welcomes Kate Macafoose from Chang Robotics. Kate shares her journey from civil engineering in upstate New York to her current role at Chang Robotics in Jacksonville Beach, Florida.

    She delves into her early career in project management and her transition into the field of automation and robotics.

    The discussion highlights the challenges and resilience needed in male-dominated sectors, as well as the importance of mentorship for women in STEM.

    Kate elaborates on how Chang Robotics is revolutionising healthcare with autonomous robots designed to assist nurses by performing nonclinical tasks, ultimately reducing their workload and improving efficiency.

    The conversation also touches on the development, cybersecurity, implementation, and industry-wide potential of robotic systems.

    00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

    00:38 Kate's Background and Career Journey

    02:16 Challenges in Male-Dominated Fields

    03:23 Women in STEM and Mentorship

    05:34 Introduction to Robotics

    06:39 Robotic Applications in Healthcare

    10:09 Development and Implementation of Robotics

    12:30 Cybersecurity in Robotics

    14:11 Leadership and Robotics

    17:18 Future of Robotics and Conclusion

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    Resources can be found online or link to our website https://resilienceunravelled.com


    #resilience, #burnout, #intuition

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    22 mins
  • Everyday Bravery: Embracing Fear and Journaling for Personal Growth with Renee Zukin
    Jan 26 2026

    In this episode of Resilience Unraveled, Russell interviews Renee Zukin, an author and former educator, about her background, her focus on empowering entrepreneurial women, and the benefits of writing and journaling.

    Renee discusses her new book, 'Every Day I'm Brave,' which explores the relationship with fear and provides tools for personal growth, including journaling prompts.

    The episode also covers societal shifts in anxiety, the importance of self-compassion, and the potential advantages of writing as a method of facing and understanding one's own fears.

    00:00 Introduction

    00:45 Guest Background and Career Journey

    02:03 The Power of Writing and Journaling

    10:14 Overcoming Fear and Anxiety

    13:44 About the Book: Every Day I'm Brave

    23:00 Conclusion and Farewell

    You can contact us at info@qedod.com


    Resources can be found online or link to our website https://resilienceunravelled.com


    #resilience, #burnout, #intuition

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    25 mins
  • Resilience and Success with Patrick Engassser: Overcoming Challenges and Finding Opportunity
    Jan 19 2026

    In this episode of Resilience Unravelled, host Russell Thackeray welcomes guest Patrick Engasser, who shares his journey of overcoming blindness since birth to succeed in sales and motivational speaking.

    Patrick discusses his move from Buffalo, New York to Destin, Florida, and the attractions of the warmer climate and beach lifestyle. Despite his initial desire to work in sports radio, he pivoted to a successful career in sales and later coaching.

    Patrick emphasises the importance of resilience, relationship-building, and empathy in both personal and professional spheres. He also touches on the advancements in assistive technology for the blind and highlights the benefits of facing and learning from rejection.

    Patrick's book, 'If I Can Do It, You Can Do It,' aims to inspire others to overcome their own challenges and succeed.

    00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

    01:37 Patrick's Background and Career Journey

    03:22 Living Without Sight

    08:39 The Importance of Sales Skills

    11:40 Building Relationships in Business

    22:25 Patrick's Book and Motivational Message

    25:55 Conclusion and Contact Information

    You can contact us at info@qedod.com


    Resources can be found online or link to our website https://resilienceunravelled.com


    #resilience, #burnout, #intuition

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    29 mins
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