How can work support recovery, wellbeing, and being human?

This week, Natasha Wallace is joined by Charlotte Neal, Head of Community Connections at Reward Gateway. Charlotte shares her powerful journey from journalism into community and employee wellbeing, and how work played a pivotal role in her recovery and growth.

In this honest and moving conversation, Charlotte opens up about her experiences with mental health, including her bipolar disorder diagnosis, and living with fibromyalgia. She reflects on the impact of having a genuinely supportive employer and manager, and why workplace culture can be life-changing when wellbeing is taken seriously.

Natasha and Charlotte also explore what employee wellbeing really means in practice, the challenges of communicating its value to senior leaders, and the importance of authentic leadership and storytelling. From navigating burnout and invisible illness to the power of community and asking for help, Charlotte’s story is a reminder that health is part of being human at work and that no one should struggle alone.

Connect with Charlotte:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlotte-neal-01452083/

Connect with me:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natasha-wallace-cs/

Website: https://www.natashawallace.com/

What does it take to lead with purpose and create real social change?

In this episode of the Peace is a Choice podcast, Natasha Wallace is joined by Alison Dunn, CEO of the Society Matters Group at Citizens Advice Gateshead.

Alison shares her inspiring journey from training in law to dedicating her career to social justice, driven by a deep sense of inequality and a desire to make systems fairer for everyone.

Together, they explore the power of mindset, the importance of community involvement, and why many of the inequities people face are rooted in structures, not individual shortcomings.

The conversation also delves into the impact of media narratives, the role of education and critical thinking in navigating societal issues, and how leaders can build healthier workplace cultures that support mental well-being.

Alison discusses the evolution of her own leadership style, the need for self-awareness, and why women must stand together to challenge systemic inequality. She also offers a preview of her upcoming book, Friend or Foe?, which uncovers the dynamics of female relationships and the vital role of women as allies.

Connect with Alison

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alison-dunn-4254534/

Society Matters Group: https://societymattersgroup.com/

Connect with Natasha

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natasha-wallace-cs/

Website: https://www.natashawallace.com/

In this episode of Peace is a Choice, Natasha is joined by a very special guest, her 11-year-old daughter, Evie Wallace.

Evie brings her own unique perspective on what it means to be at peace with yourself and others. Together, they talk about confidence, kindness and the courage it takes to be different in a world that often encourages us to fit in.

Through their conversation, Evie shares her thoughts on how to focus on the positives, find friends who accept you for who you are, and why being kind is always the right choice.

She reminds us that peace starts with self-acceptance and that being true to who you are can make life feel lighter and happier.

The episode explores themes of authenticity, belonging and the beauty of individuality, showing that sometimes the greatest wisdom comes from seeing the world through a child’s eyes.

Connect with me:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natasha-wallace-cs/

Website: https://www.natashawallace.com/

What does it take to turn pain into purpose?

In this episode of the Peace is a Choice podcast, Natasha Wallace is joined by Claire Libby, a certified health coach and founder of the I Am Me app. Claire opens up about her powerful journey from a traumatic childhood shaped by her mother’s struggle with alcohol to creating a space that helps others heal and thrive.

Together, they discuss the lasting effects of early life experiences, the importance of preventative care, lifestyle medicine, and the impact on mental health.

Claire also offers practical advice for parents and leaders on wellbeing for themselves and those they care for, showing how self-awareness can be a catalyst for transformation.

Learn more or download the I Am Me App:

https://www.iammeapp.com/

https://www.instagram.com/iammeglobal/

Connect with Claire: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-libby/

Connect with Natasha: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natasha-wallace-cs/

This week, Natasha Wallace is joined by Georgina Kelly, the “HR Matchmaker”. Georgina has transformed the way HR professionals connect, learn and thrive.

In this inspiring conversation, Georgina opens up about her journey from feeling like an outsider to creating spaces where others feel seen, heard and supported. She shares how the Women in HR Network began as a lunch for six and has now grown into a thriving national community of over 2,500 members, believing that connection – not just networking – is at the heart of everything she does.

Natasha and Georgina also dive into topics like self-care, vulnerability and the power of being authentic in both work and life. From managing burnout, perimenopause and mental health challenges to embracing her “superpower” of bringing people together, Georgina’s story is full of lessons for anyone looking to make a bigger impact without losing themselves in the process.

Connect with Georgina:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgina-kelly-8583448/

Connect with me:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natasha-wallace-cs/

Website: https://www.natashawallace.com/

In this episode, Natasha sits down with comedian, therapist, and visionary Lizzie Allan for a heartfelt conversation about how comedy became a powerful tool for healing, authenticity and human connection.

From her personal journey through addiction and recovery, and how she came to create “Addictive Comedy”. Lizzie reminds us that laughter is not just entertainment - it’s medicine. With a unique blend of truth-telling, comedy and compassion, Lizzie shares how she is dedicated to helping others heal and live more authentically.

Natasha and Lizzie then dive deeper into the high vibration of authenticity and our part in uplifting the vibration of society.

The conversation also shines a light on the Women’s Circle Movement - a global initiative for connection and support.

Connect with Lizzie:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lizzieallanvision/?hl=en

Women’s Circle Movement: https://www.womenscirclemovement.com/

Connect with me:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natasha-wallace-cs/

Website: https://www.natashawallace.com/

What happens when you stop running from yourself?

In this episode of Peace is a Choice, I’m joined by Ben Hewlett, Partner at Granger Reis; an Executive Search company that’s a certified B Corp and increasingly driven by purpose in the world of natural resources, utilities, infrastructure, and the circular economy.

Ben shares his transformative journey towards finding peace and purpose, including his struggles with alcohol and the pivotal moment that led him into recovery. We explore the power of conscious awareness, how feedback can wake us up, and why vulnerability is a strength, not a weakness.

Ben talks openly about the importance of self-acceptance, living authentically, and building a life around what really matters - from simplifying his day-to-day to leaning on a supportive community.

This conversation is inspiring and heartfelt and will help anyone who has experienced a similar situation to Ben.

Connect with Ben:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benhewlett/

Granger Reis: https://grangerreis.ai/

Connect with me:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natasha-wallace-cs/

Website: https://www.natashawallace.com/

Why is it so important to stay curious in leadership?

In this episode of Peace is a Choice, I'm joined by Paul Spiers, founder of the New P&L Brand Purpose Institute and host of the globally ranked podcast The New P&L® – Principles & Leadership in Business.

Paul is a passionate advocate for principled, purpose-led leadership, and inspires leaders, teams, and organisations to align strategy with values and vision, equipping them to thrive in the dynamic landscape of the Future of Work.

Together, we explore the importance of conscious leadership, the role of values and purpose in business, and how personal journeys shape leadership philosophies. Paul shares his experiences of launching the New P&L, how being curious can lead to greater levels of peace, and the need for constant innovation within organisations.

The conversation explores themes of self-acceptance, the search for inner peace, and how cultural understanding can shape effective leadership.

Connect with Paul:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulspiers/

The New P&L: https://www.principlesandleadership.com/

Connect with me:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natasha-wallace-cs/

Website: https://www.natashawallace.com/