In this episode of The Workplace Therapy Podcast by Unity & Company, host Scott Arrieta sits down with Lori Woodley Langendorff, thought leader, author, and co-founder of All It Takes, to explore how emotional literacy isn’t just for classrooms—it’s the missing ingredient in today’s workplaces.

Drawing from her book SEL Muscle Mastery, Lori shares a practical framework for developing six “emotional muscles” that strengthen collaboration, accountability, and resilience:

• Quit Taking It Personally (Resilience)

• Speak from “I” (Ownership)

• Ask vs. Tell (Collaboration)

• Authentic Connection

• Curiosity over Judgment (Agility)

• Walk the Talk (Integrity)

Together, Scott and Lori unpack why organizations continue to deprioritize emotional intelligence—even when the science proves its value—and how leaders can start integrating these skills to create cultures that heal, not harm. From distinguishing between serving and saving to mastering the Notice–Choose–Act framework, this episode offers tangible ways to build stronger, more human workplaces.

Whether you’re a CEO, manager, or educator, this conversation is a masterclass in leading with empathy, resilience, and integrity.

🎧 Listen now to learn how to flex your SEL muscles and create a workplace where people thrive—not just survive.

What does it really mean to be resilient at work—and why do so many high performers find themselves burning out?

In this episode of The Workplace Therapy Podcast by Unity and Company, Scott Arrieta sits down with Dr. Marie-Hélène (MH) Pelletier, psychologist, business strategist, and author of The Resilience Plan. Drawing from her rare combination of a PhD in psychology and an MBA, MH shares a practical, strategic approach to resilience—one that moves beyond “self-care tips” and empowers leaders to build sustainable performance cultures.

You’ll learn:

• Why resilience is not an innate trait but a skill to be built and maintained.

• How to apply business strategy tools like SWOT analysis to your own well-being.

• Practical ways leaders can model resilience and create healthier team cultures.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re running on empty or want to equip your team to thrive without burning out, this conversation is for you.

What if the best solutions in your organization are already happening—but you’re too focused on fixing problems to notice them?

In this episode of The Workplace Therapy Podcast by Unity & Company, host Scott Arrieta sits down with Dr. Ur Barzel, Vanderbilt faculty member and change management expert, to explore the practice of bright spot thinking. Together, they uncover how small, overlooked wins can be amplified into systemic change.

Through stories ranging from hospital safety to city planning to an unexpected moment at a hockey game, Scott and Ur reveal how curiosity, psychological safety, and non-traditional leadership create the conditions for people to thrive. You’ll also hear how to use the “miracle question” to uncover hidden wisdom in your team, and why courage and humility matter more than positional authority.

If you’re a leader looking for practical, human-centered ways to build resilience and unlock your culture, this conversation offers powerful tools and inspiring examples you can apply right away.