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Get Hooked On A Meditative Audiobooks Workshop During A Run.Dimple D. Dhabalia brings you Tell Me My StoryPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/364071 to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Tell Me My Story
Author: Dimple D. Dhabalia
Narrator: Dimple D. Dhabalia
Format: mp3
Length: 9 hrs and 8 mins
Release date: 11-11-25
Ratings: Not rated yet
Genres: Politics & Activism
Publisher's Summary:
Part memoir and part manifesto, Tell Me My Story is one leader's message of hope and offers a map to healing for those doing humanitarian work. It's also a reminder: This service and the people who do it are crucial to our world, and we must equip, empower...
2025-11-119h 08
Nonprofit SnapCastSupporting Humanitarians Through Burnout and Vicarious Trauma with Dimple DhabaliaDimple Dhabalia visits the SnapCast to talk about burnout and vicarious trauma among nonprofit professionals. Among the issues we cover:
Common occupational traumas in the non-profit sector.
Causes of vicarious trauma and moral injury, along with healing strategies.
The relevance of generational trauma in the workplace.
The connection between self-care, nervous system regulation, and the workplace.
How organizations, not just individuals, can experience trauma.
A call to action for mission-driven organizations to provide a more comprehensive duty of care.
Steps leaders and organizations can take to create a holistic, human-centered duty of care.
We welcome support of...
2025-03-1126 min
Leading Through Crisis with Céline WilliamsRooted Leadership and Story Healing with Dimple Dhabalia"Rooted leadership means leading with empathy and care. It’s about finding ways to connect with people and create communities of trust and psychological safety, where people feel safe enough to show up and be themselves – including in times of crisis."Today, we're talking to expert in organizational trauma, founder, and award-winning author, Dimple Dhabalia about what it means to be a rooted leader and how practicing story healing can help us all.We get into:- The impact of the Industrial Revolution- Why the mind-body connection is important (even–and maybe especi...
2025-01-2448 min
The HR Hub by Andrea AdamsNot For Profit Organizations - HR & CultureNot for profit organizations have different HR considerations. In part, their employee tend to be incredibly passionate about the organization's purpose. They'll often sacrifice their own well-being in service of it. And in many cases, they're expected to do it.
Dimple Dhabalia, a lawyer, humanitarian and this week's guest, has a powerful story about what she learned after years of humanitarian service around the world. She burned out, but instead of doing what the rest of us would do, she wrote a book. Her book is called "Tell Me My Story: Challenging the Narrative...
2024-12-0324 min
Ohio University Leader LoungeSetting Boundaries: A Gift to Others with Dimple DhabaliaIn this conversation, Dimple Dhbalia discusses the complexities of empathy, the importance of setting boundaries, and the impact of vicarious trauma on individuals in service-oriented professions. She emphasizes the need for self-care practices and the normalization of trauma discussions within organizations. The dialogue also explores practical strategies for emotional regulation and the balance of empathy in leadership roles.For more information about the Ohio University MSM Program, click this link! Check out the Robert D. Walter Center for Strategic Leadership program here.OnBrand Podcast Studios produced this episode. Special thanks to Audio...
2024-12-0244 min
Embodying change: Transforming power, culture and well-being for people in aid54. “Moral injury” with Dimple DhabaliaIn this heartfelt conversation, Dimple Dhabalia shares her journey from working in the government and humanitarian sectors to advocating for trauma-informed leadership and workforce well-being. Through the lens of her personal experiences and her book Tell Me My Story, Dimple explores the vital shift from “service before self” to a more sustainable, human-centered approach. This episode dives into the complexity of moral injury, the ripple effect of self-care in leadership, and how we can reframe our approach to service to prioritize both humanity and well-being.Guest Background:Dimple Dhabalia is a seasoned humanitarian prof...
2024-11-2244 min
I'm Human TooEpisode 20 - Dimple DhabaliaDimple Dhabalia is a writer, podcaster, and leadership and story-healing coach who founded Roots in the Clouds. In this episode of I’m Human Too, Dimple shares her journey from working on asylum and refugee policies within the U.S. government to becoming an advocate for addressing occupational trauma. Her story highlights the toll of chronic stress and vicarious trauma and the importance of redefining leadership and self-care.
Dimple reflects on how two decades in humanitarian work exposed her to vicarious trauma, secondary traumatic stress, and moral injury—experiences often stigmatized in professional settings. She discusses how chronic exposure to t...
2024-10-2854 minThe HR Hub by Andrea AdamsTrauma Informed Workplace - Tips for HRDo your employees experience trauma at work or are some of their 'off' behaviours a result of trauma somewhere else?
I spoke with Dimple Dhabalia about what she learned about trauma. She started out as a lawyer and then worked with refugees around the world. I think we can all appreciate how hard it might be to hear those horrifying and heart-breaking stories over and over. Unsurprisingly, she burned out.
However, instead of getting therapy and going on leave like the rest of us might do, Dimple wrote a...
2024-10-2224 min
HR Inside OutSusan Signing Off – Thank you – It has been a wonderful journey!Episode Intro:It is time to “sign off” with this being my final podcast in the series HR Inside Out. And wow, what a wonderful experience this has been, learning how to become a podcaster, having the courage to reach out to potential guests, developing the programs, working with an editor, undertaking the related research, meeting new people, and deepening my relationship with others – so many new experiences along the way. I sincerely hope that the series has accomplished its goal of providing you insights that have helped you personally, and in your people oversight responsibilities. As s...
2024-08-1252 min
Truth, Lies and WorkHow to get better candidates, with David ThompsonWelcome to Truth, Lies & Work, the award-winning psychology podcast brought to you by the HubSpot Podcast Network. In this special episode, Al and Leanne dive into the intricacies of employer branding with expert David Thompson. Learn how to create an attractive and effective employer brand that can help your organisation attract and retain top talent. David shares his insights on why employer branding is essential in today’s job market and provides practical advice on how to implement these strategies successfully. Enjoy!
2024-07-1645 min
Dear Human Resources:Ep. 090 - Generational trauma and its impact on wellbeing in the workplace -Dimple DhabaliaDimple Dhabalia, a human-centered leadership coach and founder of Roots in the Clouds, talks about her book, Tell Me My Story– Challenging the Narrative of Service Before Self, a map to healing for those doing humanitarian work. She also talks about “generational trauma and its surprising impact on wellbeing in the workplace”.
Host: Marie-Line Germain, Ph.D.
Mixing: Kelly Minnis
2024-07-1522 minHR Inside OutChallenging the Narrative of Service Before Self with Guest Dimple DhabaliaEpisode Intro:Dimple Dhabalia has woven both her own story and that of others she has worked with into a phenomenal book, Tell Me My Story: Challenging the Narrative of Service Before Self; a book that digs deep into the realities that so many of us who provide service to others (because “caring for others in inherent to who we are, and to do anything different would leave us feeling unfulfilled and restless”) experience. Did you know that vicarious trauma can result from repeated exposure to other people’s trauma and their storie...
2024-07-081h 08
The Nonprofit Exchange: Leadership Tools & StrategiesMission Driven, Not SuperhumanMission Driven, Not SuperhumanIf you choose a life in service of others it doesn't have to come at a cost to your own health and well-being. Leaders and organizations have an obligation to provide a holistic, human-centered duty of care for their staff that protects the whole human being.Dimple Dhabalia is a writer, podcaster, facilitator, and coach with over twenty years of experience working at the intersection of leadership, mindful awareness, and storytelling. In 2021 Dimple founded Roots in the Clouds, a boutique consulting firm specializing in using...
2024-06-2532 minTruth, Lies and WorkHow to Survive the Darkest Jobs, with Dimple DhabaliaWarning: This episodes contains themes that some listeners may find challenging, including adverse mental health, sexual abuse and suicide. We have provided a list of support services below.Welcome to another episode of Truth, Lies & Work.In this episode, Al and Leanne dive into a thought-provoking conversation with Dimple Dhabalia, founder of Roots in the Clouds. Dimple is a writer, podcaster, coach, and facilitator with over 20 years of public service experience. She shares her insights on using storytelling to heal individual and organisational trauma, particularly focusing on her work with refugees...
2024-06-2050 min
Culture and Leadership Connections PodcastDimple Dhabalia: Human-Centered Leadership: From Self-Sacrifice to Self-CareRedefining Leadership in the Mission-Driven SectorBio:Dimple Dhabalia is the founder of Roots in the Clouds, a boutique consulting firm that uses storytelling to heal individual and organizational trauma. She is a writer, podcaster, coach, and facilitator with over 20 years of public service experience at the intersection of leadership, mindfulness, and storytelling. Dimple's mission is to transform mission-driven sectors by building human-centered cultures that meet mission needs and create psychologically safe spaces of empathy, connection, well-being, and belonging for staff.Links:Email: hello@rootsintheclouds.com ...
2024-06-1753 min
Rebel HR Podcast: Life and Work on Your TermsEmpathy Without Burnout in HR with Dimple DhabaliaSend us a textImagine walking a tightrope between service to others and preserving your own well-being, a path so many in high-impact roles know all too well. Dimple Dabalia joins us to share her transformative journey from government service on asylum and refugee issues to launching Roots in the Clouds, offering a stark look into the realities of occupational traumas like vicarious trauma and burnout. Through Dimple's lens, we navigate the complex interplay of individual struggles and systemic organizational challenges that demand urgent attention and change.It's time to tear down the old narrative...
2024-05-2941 min
Third Sector PodcastThe traumatic side of charity workLucinda and Emily are joined by the author and mental health consultant Dimple Dhabalia. Dimple warns of the dangers facing organisations that focus on their charitable mission at the expense of staff wellbeing. She notes the sense of guilt often felt by humanitarian workers suffering the effects of workplace trauma.She provides pointers for how organisations can make staff wellbeing a cornerstone of internal policies and processes, including prioritising social connections, supporting rest and recovery and providing constructive feedback.Also in the episode, senior news reporter Emily Harle provides insight into a recent p...
2024-04-1229 min
Somatic WisdomS4 E11 Service Without Sacrifice and Healing Vicarious Trauma through Brave Spaces for Story Healing with Author and Humanitarian Dimple DhabaliaHello Lovelies, I'm grateful to bring you a conversation with Dimple Dhabalia, Humanitarian and Author of Tell Me My Story: Challenging the Narrative of Service before Self. You can access a machine-generated transcript via Descript here. Learn more about Dimple at Roots in the Clouds and @DimpStory across platforms. Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Tell Me My Story Book Events Link *** To schedule a reading through a special offer with Cristy (for Somatic Wisdom listeners) using natal astrology and coaching, please use this Ca...
2024-04-0746 min
RKD Group: ThinkersBuilding human-centered workplaces with Dimple DhabaliaDimple Dhabalia is the founder of Roots in the Clouds and author of "Tell Me My Story." A human-centered leadership coach, Dimple is dedicated to normalizing workplace mental health care and healing individual and organizational trauma.Find RKD Group on LinkedIn, X, Instagram and Facebook @RKDGroup.For more information, visit info.rkdgroup.com/podcast.
2024-03-2838 min
The Trauma-Informed LawyerService Without Sacrifice with Dimple DhabaliaDimple Dhabalia began her career as a lawyer but after a stint at the Attorney General's office in Denver, she found her calling as an asylum officer. Working for almost two decades at the crossroads of the government and humanitarian sectors, Dimple found her job fulfilling, but it also led to vicarious trauma, compassion fatigue, moral injury, and burnout. With a mission to put the word “human” back in “humanitarian,” she started “Roots in the Clouds” which - among other things - supports humanitarians around the world in challenging the narrative of service before self and normalizes improving and...
2024-03-1254 min
A Modern Nonprofit PodcastEpisode 81: Trauma & Mental Health in the Workplace‘Being a human is messy; serving humanity is messier.’ These are the words of Dimple Dhabalia, our guest on today’s episode and founder of Roots in the Clouds (RITC). Dimple’s career started in Denver where she worked on abuse and neglect cases within the Department of Human Services.
Story after story, testimony after testimony began to take a toll on our guest. A phrase that came to her over and again was the phrase, vicarious trauma. This is defined as an occupational challenge for people working and volunteering in the fields of victim s...
2024-02-2150 min
Service Without SacrificeBONUS RECORDING: Service Without Sacrifice—A Humanitarian Manifesto | Excerpted from Tell Me My Story by Dimple D. DhabaliaI dedicate “A Humanitarian Manifesto” for the teachers, the healers, the activists, the caregivers, the health-care professionals, the first responders, the public servants, the government workers, the clergy, the journalists, the international aid and development corps, the judges, the lawyers, and all those who work have dedicated their lives to serving others and alleviating pain and suffering in the world.I want you to know that I see you, and I appreciate you.As we bring this podcast to a close, I want to leave you with one last thought: the work never ends, and at t...
2024-02-2107 min
Service Without SacrificePart 6 | The Manifesto - Featuring Steve WileyWe live in a world that doesn’t simply overlook the sacrifices made by those who have dedicated their lives to serving others but often expects it. It's time to challenge outdated narratives of service before self and create workplace cultures steeped in an ethos of empathy, compassion, and self-care. It's time to acknowledge the occupational challenges of mission-driven work, to normalize the need for individuals to prioritize self-care, and to hold organizations accountable for protecting the human beings in their workforce. This manifesto for a new approach is at the heart of my discussion with today’s guest, Stev...
2024-02-141h 01
Lead with Heart | Philanthropy, Nonprofit Leadership, Nonprofit Management & FundraisingE37: Trauma-Informed Leadership And Creating a Psychologically Safe Workplace with Dimple Dhabalia, founder of Roots in the CloudsWelcome back to the Lead with Heart podcast. I am so honored to have Dimple Dhabalia on the podcast today. She has an amazing background in human-centered leadership and I’m truly excited to dive deep into this needed conversation.Dimple is the founder of Roots in the Clouds, a boutique consulting firm specializing in normalizing workplace mental health care and using the power of story to heal individual and organizational trauma and moral injury.Today we are talking about trauma-informed leadership, redefining self-care, creating a psychologically safe work environment, and more.In...
2024-02-1338 min
Service Without SacrificePart 5 | Sharing - Featuring Dr. Yvonne AtorCaregivers on the front lines, regardless of their industry or role, face the unique challenge of managing their own fears, anxieties, and trauma while maintaining an unyielding facade of strength and resilience. In Part 5 of Service Without Sacrifice, Dr. Yvonne Ator and I reveal the hidden impact this has on caregivers. As the founder of Thriving Physicians and Thriving Idealists, Dr. Ator has felt and seen the toll this takes on caregivers. Drawing from her personal experiences with compassion fatigue and burnout in the medical sector, she has become an advocate for physician wellness, courageous service, and creating wholehearted...
2024-02-0741 min
Service Without SacrificePart 4 | Shifting - Featuring Gemma HouldeyThe world feels heavy these days. Issues go far beyond our little bubble of life to the furthest reaches of the earth: pandemics, global warming, fires, floods, wars . . . it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. As humanitarians, we not only work to alleviate the pain and suffering in the world, but we also have to navigate it for ourselves. In this episode of Service Without Sacrifice, Gemma Houldey and I discuss how we can continue to show up in dark times and do the work the world needs us to do now more than ever.Gemma’s work with...
2024-01-3136 min
The Workplace Wonderers: Workplace Lessons from ExpertsOrganizational Trauma W/ Dimple Dhabalia🌟 Join us on "The Workplace Wonderer: Lessons from the Experts" as we delve into the profound topic of Organization Trauma with the incredible Dimple Dhabalia, writer, human-centered leadership coach, and founder of Roots in the Clouds.
🌱 Discover the transformative journey from vicarious trauma to holistic healing, as Dimple shares her expertise at the intersection of generational trauma and moral injury within helping professions.
🚀 Don't miss this insightful episode exploring mindful performance, positive psychology, and human-centered leadership.
🎙️ Tune in for a conversation that transcends workplace challenges and embraces the power of putting the "human" back into huma...
2024-01-2542 min
Service Without SacrificePart 3 | Seeing - Featuring Kay Adams and Melissa PalmerIn this fast-paced world, many of us live in a state of autopilot. We are numb, not just to the world, but also, to the signals our bodies are desperately sending us. In Part 3 of Service Without Sacrifice, Kay Adams and Melissa Palmer join me to explore how we can shift from operating on autopilot to a more mindful and intentional way of living. Over the course of our conversation we delve into the concept of "seeing" as a way of being: the ability to notice what’s happening as it happens. Kay and Melissa share their ex...
2024-01-2450 min
Service Without SacrificePart 2 | Surviving - Featuring Kristin CoxThe things first responders see, the stress they endure, and the hearts they try to mend take a toll. Compartmentalizing is often their strategy, but it’s not a sustainable, long-term solution. In this episode, we focus on Part 2 of my book, “Tell Me My Story - Challenging the Narrative of Service Before Self,” and I’m joined by Kristen Cox, MA, a Behavioral Health Coordinator for the Seattle Fire Department, who has extensive experience in coaching leadership and designing intervention programs. She also happens to be a close friend of mine, someone from whom I have learned many valuable...
2024-01-1739 min
Pivot with Jenny BlakeAddressing the Mental Health Challenges of Doing Humanitarian Work with Dimple DhabaliaHolding space for thousands of others, primarily those who have experienced unspeakable trauma, is not for the faint of heart, nor should it be swept under the rug as simply par for the course of doing social work.Today’s guest, Dimple Dhabalia has written a forthcoming book that’s part memoir, part manifesto—Tell Me My Story—Challenging the Narrative of Service Before Self—a must-read for humanitarian professionals. While working in the field in Zambia interviewing asylum-seekers from the Rwandan Genocide, she experienced autoimmune disease and recurring nightmares that she spent the last decade figuring out how to...
2024-01-1434 min
Service Without SacrificePart 1 | Shaping - Featuring Shana HormannWelcome to Part 1 of Service Without Sacrifice, where we're diving into the delicate interplay between the narratives that shape us and those we've survived, with my esteemed guest and long time friend, Shana Hormann. Shana is an organizational consultant and professor with over 25 years experience as organizational consultant and professor. In this episode, we focus on Part 1 of my book, “Tell Me My Story - Challenging the Narrative of Service Before Self,” exploring the beliefs and experiences that craft our identities and actions. We discuss brave spaces, where vulnerability and courage intersect, the unspoken impact of generational trauma on indiv...
2024-01-1046 min
The Story Behind the StoryEpisode 8: Tell Me My StoryPlease join me today, along with my co-hosts Lynette Sprowls and Dominic Petty and our very special guest Dimple Dhabalia. Dimple is the founder of Roots in the Clouds, a boutique consulting firm specializing in normalizing workplace mental health care and using the power of story to heal individual and organizational trauma and moral injury. She is also a coach, facilitator, storyteller, and leader of leaders. Dimple’s cutting-edge work at the intersection of leadership, mindful awareness, storytelling, and advocacy serves to unpack and heal old narratives, mitigate trauma and burnout, and create meaningful connections between people working in mi...
2024-01-0947 minThe Story Behind the StoryEpisode 8: Tell Me My StoryPlease join me on January 9th, along with my co-hosts Lynette Sprowls and Dominic Petty and our very special guest Dimple Dhabalia. Dimple is the founder of Roots in the Clouds, a boutique consulting firm specializing in normalizing workplace mental health care and using the power of story to heal individual and organizational trauma and moral injury. She is also a coach, facilitator, storyteller, and leader of leaders. Dimple’s cutting-edge work at the intersection of leadership, mindful awareness, storytelling, and advocacy serves to unpack and heal old narratives, mitigate trauma and burnout, and create meaningful connections between people wo...
2024-01-0200 minThe Story Behind the StoryEpisode 8: Tell Me My StoryPlease join me on January 9th, along with my co-hosts Lynette Sprowls and Dominic Petty and our very special guest Dimple Dhabalia. Dimple is the founder of Roots in the Clouds, a boutique consulting firm specializing in normalizing workplace mental health care and using the power of story to heal individual and organizational trauma and moral injury. She is also a coach, facilitator, storyteller, and leader of leaders. Dimple’s cutting-edge work at the intersection of leadership, mindful awareness, storytelling, and advocacy serves to unpack and heal old narratives, mitigate trauma and burnout, and create meaningful connections between people wo...
2023-12-3000 min
Service Without SacrificeIntroducing Service Without SacrificeService Without Sacrifice is a limited series podcast created by Dimple Dhabalia to serve as a companion to her new book, Tell Me My Story. She says: "I wanted to provide you with different perspectives on hope, healing and human-centered leadership and I found that the meaningful and heartfelt conversations I had with some phenomenal leaders from across the humanitarian sector added depth to many of the concepts I discussed in the book. I’m so grateful to be able to share these conversations with you in the coming weeks and hope they give you greater insights into your ow...
2023-12-1107 min
KnotWork Myth & StorytellingTell Me My Story with Dimple Dhabalia | S4 Ep10Please Support Our Show: Join us on SubstackLove KnotWork Storytelling? Support the show, find the in-depth show notes, get special supporter-only podcast episodes, and stay connected between seasons on our Substack, Myth Is Medicine.Our StoryDimple Dhabalia reads to us from a later section of her forthcoming book, Tell Me My Story—Challenging the Narrative of Service Before Self. She shares a moment of deep realization: her life’s work as a humanitarian, and specifically her career as an asylum officer, was actually a direct response to her own family’s refugee...
2023-12-0640 min
Be Freaking Awesome PodcastEP97 Reframing Success with Dimple DhabaliaSend a textHave you ever wondered about the challenging world of humanitarian work and the intricacies it presents? This episode brings you the remarkable insights of Dimple Dhabalia, founder of Roots in the Clouds. With a 20-year-long journey in the government and hands-on experience working with asylum-seekers and refugees, Dimple opens up about the harsh reality of vicarious trauma that humanitarians encounter. We dissect the need to redefine success in such taxing fields, referencing her new book coming out in February 2024, "Tell Me My Story," which promotes the idea of humanitarians caring for their own well-being...
2023-12-0554 min
JoyosityHow To Lead Successfully Without Sacrificing Yourself With Dimple DhabaliaHumanitarian work. The root word — human. Nurses, teachers, counselors, and anyone in a service position that cares for other humans. But are these humans that care for humans being cared for? Often they are sacrificing themselves for the “work” and suffering burnout, exhaustion, and struggling to stay.
Dimple Dhabalia is on a mission to challenge the narrative of service before self. After spending almost a decade in humanitarian work and listening to asylum seekers tell their stories, she found herself exhausted, unwell, and unable to do the dream job that just a few short years earlier filled her wi...
2023-11-1627 min
What Would Ted Lasso DoSo Long, FarewellWell TedHeads–here we are at the end of the “Ted Lasso” yellow brick road, and our final episode! This week Dimple and Jeff delve into Episode 12: "So Long, Farewell” and much like the TV show, come full circle and find some closure. In this episode we look at where our cast of characters end up and the various leadership and positive psychology themes from all three seasons that show up once more. We reflect on change, perfectionism, and always remembering that we’ll forever be, “works in prog-mess.”We have bittersweet feelings about this being our final episode...
2023-07-171h 31
What Would Ted Lasso DoMom CityThis week we arrive at episode 11 – our penultimate episode – "Mom City," where Dimple and Jeff delve into the powerful themes of forgiveness and second chances as they unravel storylines about struggling to seek forgiveness while carrying the burden of past trauma. They discuss how tough it can be to forgive, especially when old grudges or emotional baggage weigh us down. They also explore the impact of forgiveness on our well-being and mental health, and that forgiveness doesn't change others' hearts, but it heals our own. In This Episode
[04:02] Forgiveness and second chances.
[11:28] Healing poten...
2023-07-101h 14
What Would Ted Lasso DoInternational BreakWe’re down to the final 3 episodes of season 3 and of the series! This week Dimple and Jeff talk about episode 10 - International Break and dive deeper into the topics of vulnerability, imposter syndrome, finding a growth mindset during times of adversity, and what it means to connect with our inner child. They reflect on being the children of immigrants and how that impacted the people they’ve become, and why tapping back into that sense of wonder that most of us have as children has the capacity to change everything. In This Episode
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2023-07-031h 10
What Would Ted Lasso DoLa Locker Room Aux FollesThis week, we dive into Episode 9, "La Locker Room Aux Folles" and consider what it means to be human–the good, the bad, and the messy middle.In this episode, Dimple and Jeff explore the themes of vulnerability, empathy, and courageous communication found in three key storylines. They reflect on how our words impact others and how often we minimize or ignore how our actions impact others until it becomes personal. They consider what it means to be whole and not have to compartmentalize ourselves, a key aspect of human-centered leadership. And, they dive deeper into the to...
2023-06-261h 05
What Would Ted Lasso DoWe’ll Never Have ParisThis week, we jump into Episode 8 of What Would Ted Lasso Do?: “We’ll Never Have Paris.”In this week’s episode, Dimple and Jeff talk about how the themes of loneliness, accountability, and digital intimacy, impact our beloved cast of characters. They explore the power dynamic between employers and employees in romantic relationships and reflect on the complexities of modern relationships, especially with the challenges that come with navigating the digital age. They also consider how our insecurities often make us get in our own way and how being present in the moment can help us let go o...
2023-06-191h 14
What Would Ted Lasso DoThe Strings That Bind UsBuckle up friends - we’re past the halfway mark and heading into episode 7 - The Strings that Bind Us - another episode jam packed with so much to explore! In this week’s episode of What Would Ted Lasso Do?, Dimple and Jeff dive deep into the themes of trust and choice. What does it take to create trust in the workplace and what roles do agency and choice play in fostering trust? How do we trust ourselves to make the right choices, especially when it comes to matters of the heart? How do we trust that we’re see...
2023-06-121h 13
What Would Ted Lasso DoSunflowersWe’re already halfway through season 3 as we dive into episode 6 – "Sunflowers." In this week’s episode, Dimple and Jeff discuss the themes of vulnerability, authenticity, healthy masculinity, and connection, while appreciating the depth and complexity of the characters and their storylines in the show, and drawing parallels to their own experiences. This episode is chock full of symbolism, and is a positive example of healthy masculinity and leadership, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability and connection.In This Episode
[04:10] Seeing failures as opportunities for learning and growth
[07:22] The power of vulnerability.
[25:37] Confronti...
2023-06-051h 22
What Would Ted Lasso DoSignsWhat does it take to believe? That question is what Dimple and Jeff explore as we dive into Season 3, Episode 5 – Signs. This week pulls together all the major themes of positive psychology–topics like self-limiting beliefs, the inner critic, the question of do I matter, intrinsic vs. extrinsic motivation, and validation, and most importantly, growth mindset. As Dimple and Jeff dive deeper into these areas they look at what it means to operate from above and below the line and about not being tied to outcomes and the power of “yet.” On the leadership front they talk about what...
2023-05-291h 14
What Would Ted Lasso DoBig WeekThis week we jump into episode 4 - Big Week - and boy, was it ever!As the Greyhounds head to West Ham to take on Nate’s new team, everyone’s a bit off their game, and it shows. Rebecca’s still fixated on winning and trying to find the right words to inspire Ted. Ted is distracted. The coaches are second guessing their approaches. And the team is disheartened and hurt to see one of their own destroy a symbol they all hold dear. As we dive into this episode, Dimple and Jeff explore the dua...
2023-05-221h 17
What Would Ted Lasso Do4-5-1This week as we dive into episode 3, “4-5-1” we consider how we can learn to embrace the flaws and create something more beautiful in a given situation. How we can find the nugget of good or inspiration when things feel hard?This week Dimple and Jeff continue to dive into the theme of embracing our fears as they explore Colin’s truth and Rebecca’s deepest desires, and why we over me is an effective strategy. They talk about the pedestals we put people when we’re unsure of ourselves, and how in the midst of our fear a...
2023-05-151h 07
What Would Ted Lasso DoI (Don’t Want to Go to) ChelseaWhat do second chances plus curiosity equal? Pure magic! And pure magic is exactly what we get as we dive into episode 2 - I (Don’t Want to Go to) Chelsea where Dimple and Jeff continue our exploration of this season’s overarching theme of facing our fears. In addition, we talk about origin stories, the impact of regrets, and our favorite theme of all - just being human.Episode 2 is rich with examples of brave leadership and accountability as we watch several of our main characters step up and engage in tough conversations rather than putting them...
2023-05-081h 03
What Would Ted Lasso DoSmells Like Mean SpiritWe’re back!! Today we launch a brand-new season of What Would Ted Lasso Do? and like the team, which goes deep underground to learn some lessons, so too did we dive deep into the first episode of Season 3, Smells Like Mean Spirit. In this week’s episode, Dimple and Jeff explore the crisis each character is experiencing as we move into the next phase of the show. Everything from Rebecca’s personal crisis and Roy’s crisis of confidence to Keeley’s leadership crisis, Nate’s identity crisis, and Ted’s existential crisis - the driving f...
2023-05-011h 07
What Would Ted Lasso DoInverting the Pyramid of SuccessIt’s hard to believe we’re at the end of another season! This week we dive into Episode 12, Inverting the Pyramid of Success, which is packed with twists, turns, many things coming full circle, and a surprise ending. There was a lot to talk about and Jeff and Dimple wasted no time diving right into it.This week we explore the theme of choices. Ted’s choice to keep his panic attack from the team and the aftermath of sharing it with the Diamond Dogs. Keeley’s choice to move onward and upward in her career. Sam’s ch...
2023-03-061h 27
What Would Ted Lasso DoMidnight Train to RoystonThis week we dive into Season 2 Episode 11 - Midnight Train to Royston. Jam packed with so many unfinished storylines, this episode gave Jeff and Dimple a lot to talk about! The arrival of a Ghanaian billionaire looking to dismantle colonialism one football player at a time. Nate’s misreading of so many situations. Roy and Keeley trying to grow into their own even as they do the work to stay together. Ted and Dr. Sharon’s final moments together. Trent Crimm’s decision to buck ethics in favor of protecting someone he’s grown to respect. It’s ego, passi...
2023-02-271h 07
What Would Ted Lasso DoNo Weddings and a FuneralThis week, we dive into episode 10 - No Weddings and a Funeral and explore the concept of death and grief; the ritual of celebrating those who have passed on; how we as humans react to loss of life; how an occasion of sadness can also bring moments of joy and more pertinently, how the characters in the episode portrayed these emotions both as givers and receivers. Listen as Jeff and Dimple draw from their own experiences as they reflect on the episode. Jeff talks about losing his father and meeting some family members for the very first t...
2023-02-201h 07
What Would Ted Lasso DoBeard After HoursHave you ever noticed that we often make assumptions about people based on the briefest of interactions with them. We jump to conclusions about who they are and why they behave a certain way without having the full story. The reality is that most people are walking around wearing a mask and just trying to survive, and we have no idea what’s actually happening in their life. Think of tWitch, Robin Williams, Anthony Bourdain, and Chester Bennington to name a few. All of these people were known for something specific - and...
2023-02-131h 10
What Would Ted Lasso DoMan CityVulnerability can be scary; it's hard to be vulnerable, even if you know you have a “safe space” in which to be vulnerable. This episode of Ted Lasso emphasizes this idea in a relatable way. This week’s episode, “Man City,” is jam-packed with storylines and interesting dynamics with our favorite characters.In this episode, we’re breaking down several powerful themes, such as relationships between fathers and sons, understanding our influence on others, and the importance of vulnerability for creating connections. We also go on to discuss the intersections...
2023-02-061h 04
What Would Ted Lasso DoHeadspaceThis week, we jump into Season 2, Episode 7 of Ted Lasso, “Headspace.” In this episode, we look at where several of our characters are in their own headspace and how they got there. Some of the main areas of discussion include breaking down and exploring themes of trauma in various forms, setting boundaries in life and relationships, what self-care really looks like, and the role of assertiveness in leadership. We also explore the need for external validation, how striving for perfection is in vain, how our inherent negativity bias impacts our confidence, how toxic behavior can be con...
2023-01-301h 02
What Would Ted Lasso DoThe SignalRelationships can be beautiful but messy. Ted Lasso is a show that highlights this idea in a relatable way. This week’s episode, “The Signal,” is jam-packed with storylines and interesting dynamics with our favorite characters.In this episode, we’re breaking down several powerful themes within the storylines and character interactions, such as coming into your own as a leader, finding a balance between external success and internal satisfaction, and the Roy Kent effect. We also go on to discuss the process of helping people overcome their limiting beliefs so they can show up as the be...
2023-01-231h 05
What Would Ted Lasso DoRainbowWe’re inching toward the heart of the season with this episode, “Rainbow,” and it’s following in the last episode's footsteps with more profound social and leadership themes. In this episode, we’re breaking down microaggressions in the workplace, the transition to a leadership role, how to balance assertiveness and humility, and the importance of being aware of other leaders in your organization. We also explore “doing” vs. “being” and how to approach dark seasons without avoiding unresolved or negative feelings. We also go on to discuss the challenge of owning...
2023-01-161h 00
What Would Ted Lasso DoCarol of the BellsIt’s Christmastime in Lassoland, and in this week’s episode, we’re breaking down the fun Christmas references and heartwarming storylines happening with our favorite characters in “Carol of the Bells!”With callbacks to Love Actually, Christmas Story, Elf, and more, this episode of Ted Lasso explores the “Sexy Christmas” storyline with Keeley, Roy, and Phoebe, Christmas fun at the Higgins’ house, and Ted and Rebecca’s evening together. While some share meals and dishes from their cultures, others confront a bully in a kind way, and ultimately, they all adjust to the unique nature of t...
2023-01-0956 min
What Would Ted Lasso DoDo the Right-est ThingWhether in a leadership position or simply part of a team, sincerity is at the heart of functioning personal and professional dynamics. But what do we do when our gut prompts us to do something outside the norm? Episode three, “Do The Rightest Thing,” adds a political element to the team's trials, and we see a moving display of unity and solidarity when one player stands up for what he believes in. In today’s episode, we explore finding the courage to push back, the tendency to people-please, what happens when we’re feeling lost, and...
2023-01-021h 02
What Would Ted Lasso DoLavenderWhat happens when our identity becomes so tightly intertwined with what we do? When we experience obstacles in our professional life, how do we deal with that loss of confidence? This week in episode 2, we’re unraveling these questions in the context of Ted Lasso’s second season and unpacking what it means to be true to who you are, how to find comfort and encouragement in the people you trust, and why we have to be brave in moments of vulnerability. As we discuss decoupling our identity as a prof...
2022-12-2656 min
What Would Ted Lasso DoGoodbye EarlWelcome to Season 2 of What Would Ted Lasso Do! We’re back for another season with some really exciting episodes ahead, and we’re so grateful for the community that we’ve cultivated here. Thank you for being a part of this journey! As we dive into the second season of Ted Lasso, the dynamics between the characters that we know and love are undeniably shifting, so what happens when these beloved individuals have to move through uncomfortable moments? What happens when they’re forced to grow and adapt? Well, somet...
2022-12-191h 04
What Would Ted Lasso DoWhat Would Ted Lasso Do Season 2 - TrailerWelcome to season two of "What would Ted Lasso Do?". In this podcast, not only do we geek out on Ted Lasso, but we do it through the lens of positive psychology and leadership. Some may see this as just a show, but we have found life-altering lessons in each episode and break them down so you don’t have to. So, whether you’re a diehard TedHead, new to the fandom, fascinated with the world of Positive Psychology, or just want to be a better leader, come along on this rollercoaster journey with us. Together, we can begin to l...
2022-12-1201 min
What Would Ted Lasso DoThe Hope That Kills YouIs it really the hope that kills you? Or is it the lack of hope that’s the real threat? This question is at the heart of our discussion as we dive into episode 10 - The Hope That Kills You - which also happens to be the final episode of Season 1 of Ted Lasso and our podcast. This week, we analyze the impact of hope – and what happens in the absence of it – on leadership and teamwork.“You always have an impact on somebody.
2022-08-0255 min
What Would Ted Lasso DoAll ApologiesWhy is it so hard to be accountable and admit when we’re wrong? More importantly, why are we so afraid of creating space to have those conversations? This week we look at Episode 9, the penultimate episode, of What Would Ted Lasso Do? - All Apologies - and explore what’s at the heart of forgiveness. We also dive deep into the connection between empathy and forgiveness, the perfectionistic tendencies of high performers, the importance of self-compassion, and what the audacity to BELIEVE looks like. “Forgiveness is ultimatel...
2022-07-2659 min
What Would Ted Lasso DoThe Diamond DogsThis week we dive into Episode 8 - Diamond Dogs and wow was this a juicy one with something for everyone!For leaders out there we explore the theme of emotional intelligence and what it has to do with effective leadership. We also talk about how radical honesty make us happier, and consider when it's better to be curious rather than judgmental. This episode was also about #relationshipgoals as we watched the beginning of something between Roy and Keeley. We looked at the baggage we carry into relationships, and the power of calling each other out i...
2022-07-191h 00
What Would Ted Lasso DoMake Rebecca Great AgainIt's time to Make Rebecca Great Again this week as we dive into Episode 7 of What Would Ted Lasso Do? We spent a lot of time talking about the overarching theme of limiting beliefs and how they show up for our band of Richmond misfits, and how creating connection, empowering people and leaning into our own agency can help us move past them.We also explore a number of themes this week including radical responsibility, mental health and anxiety and the significance of strong female friendships, and the power of forgiveness. Dimple and Jeff also share their...
2022-07-1254 min
What Would Ted Lasso DoTwo AcesDo we grow more from one big step – or a hundred little ones? This week we explore episode 6 - Two Aces - and discuss how Ted’s vulnerability makes him a more empathetic and effective leader – and the lessons we can learn from the way he grows from his grief.We also examine this episode’s themes of agency vs autonomy and living into values, sports superstitions, double standards in gender, and what happens when we don’t allow ourselves to progress after pain. Jeff also cal...
2022-07-0551 min
What Would Ted Lasso DoTan LinesAre our lives really built on the choices we make? And if they are, how can we be sure we’re making the right ones? Episode 5 of “Ted Lasso” lets us dig into some meaty themes – such as the connection between agency and choice, toxic masculinity, being vulnerable in relationships and the importance of change.Jeff also tells a story about the time he was mansplained in Portugal, and Dimple overanalyzes the titles of “Ted Lasso” episodes.We also discuss the strength of the show’s female...
2022-06-2858 min
What Would Ted Lasso DoFor the ChildrenWhy does it feel so scary to be vulnerable – especially with our friends? And why do we always have to be accountable for our actions?Those are the questions we answer today as we explore this episode’s themes – including why being kind to one another starts with being kind to ourselves, and the importance of courageous communication.Jeff also explains his theory of kindness and how to deal with different kinds of a-holes at work, while Dimple discusses her issues with political correctness and the difference between being right...
2022-06-2150 min
What Would Ted Lasso DoTrent Crimm, The Independent“The leader doesn’t always need to be in the trenches. But that leader needs to know what it’s like being in the trenches. The leader needs to know that they are not above it. ” – JeffWhat does it take to be a leader? What’s the connection between leadership and kindness? And what does psychological safety have to do with it?This week we dive into those questions as we explore the themes of Episode 3, including leadership, psychological safety, kindness, and bullying.Join us for...
2022-06-1454 min
What Would Ted Lasso DoBiscuitsAre you a lion or a panda?It seems like a silly question – but in today’s episode, we realize the answer may actually teach us a lot about ourselves.“There’s constant opportunities of attunement or opportunities for people to play, and then there’s a lot of times the people that don’t wanna play are the ones that are most miserable.” - JeffIn this episode, we debate the virtues of panda vs. lion, recall the fond days of trapper keepers, and Dimple exp...
2022-06-0752 min
What Would Ted Lasso DoPilotIn the pilot episode of this podcast, we dig into the pilot episode of the “Ted Lasso” series. What is “The Lasso Way,” how does it apply to the real world – and how can we use it to live happier, more positive lives?“This ability to kind of let things roll off your back a little bit more and not take them seriously, I guess, have that faith that they’re gonna come around, like it’s gonna be okay.” - DimpleAs a pair of diehard Ted Heads (who just happen to...
2022-06-0750 min
What Would Ted Lasso DoBe Curious, Not JudgmentalWelcome to “What Would Ted Lasso Do?” We’re Dimple Dhabalia and Jeff Harry, two certified Ted Heads and podcast newbies exploring real-world lessons in leadership and positive psychology through Apple TV+’s sports-comedy-drama series “Ted Lasso.”Apart from our mutual love of all things Ted, we both also have backgrounds in leadership and positive psychology – so we figured it only made sense to find a way to combine the two!In our inaugural episode, we share a little about ourselves and talk about how we came up with the idea of st...
2022-06-0718 min
What Would Ted Lasso DoWhat Would Ted Lasso Do - TrailerWhat would Ted Lasso Do? We have been asking ourselves this question to get us through the day, to get us through this past year, and to help us navigate the surreal time in which we live. In this podcast, not only do we geek out on Ted Lasso, but we do it through the lens of positive psychology and leadership. Some may see this as just a show, but we have found life-altering lessons in each episode and break them down so you don’t have to. So, whether you’re a diehard TedHead, new to the fandom, fasc...
2022-04-2001 min
Mindfulness AliveEleven things Mindfulness is notWhen I first came across mindfulness, I didn’t really get it. I had the Jon Kabat-Zinn definition of mindfulness: “awareness that arises through paying attention, on purpose, in the present moment, non-judgementally”. (Later he added: “… in the service of self-understanding and wisdom.”)
Hmm …. big mouthful! That describes mindfulness in action but still leaves it wide open to misunderstanding.
When I encountered the article “9 Things Mindfulness is Not” by Dimple Dhabalia, I found it helped dispel the many misunderstandings about what mindfulness is. So here is my version.
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2022-03-2209 min
Omni MindfulnessOn the Mindfulness & Performance Connection: A Conversation with Founder & Chief Vision Officer of Roots in the Clouds, Dimple Dhabalia (Episode #19)Share your Thoughts about this EpisodeDIMPLE DHABALIA, is the Founder and Chief Vision Officer of Roots in the Clouds, and a culture strategist and leadership, and a mindful performance coach with a 20-year history of working at the crossroads of the government and humanitarian sectors. Her primary focus has been on asylum and refugee-related policies and operations, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Access and Belonging (DEIAB), content and curriculum design, and organizational well-being.Grounded in the latest research and findings in neuroscience, mindfulness, and positive psychology, Dimple’s cutting-edge work supports a radically human approach to le...
2021-11-2739 min
Mindful Mompreneur MomentsOn the Mindfulness & Performance Connection: A Conversation with Founder & Chief Vision Officer of Roots in the Clouds, Dimple Dhabalia (Episode #14)Dimple Dhabalia, is the Founder and Chief Vision Officer of Roots in the Clouds, a culture strategist, and a leadership & mindfulness performance coach with a 20-year history of working at the crossroads of the government and humanitarian sectors. Her primary focus has been on asylum and refugee-related policies and operations, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Access and Belonging (DEIAB), content and curriculum design, and organizational well-being.
Grounded in the latest research and findings in neuroscience, mindfulness, and positive psychology, Dimple’s cutting-edge work supports a radically human approach to leadership by acknowledging and addressing individual and organizational biases and tr...
2021-11-2437 min
Bridging The Potential PodcastRemembering the Human in Humanitarian | Dimple Dhabalia and Alyssa CoelhoHow do we navigate life's opportunities and make career choices to maximize our sense of purpose? Can we create meaning from the tragedy we experience in ways that positively impact the world around us? How do we mindfully engage in change-driven work in the world while protecting and caring for our well-being along the way?
This is quite the journey...
Dimple Dhabalia, a leadership and mindful performance coach and founder of Roots in the Clouds, has been asking and answering this question for twenty years. Her work at the crossroads of the government and humanitarian...
2021-08-1753 min
Leading Through Crisis with Céline WilliamsHuman-Centered Leadership with Dimple DhabaliaIn today's conversation, I speak with Dimple Dhabalia, a Leadership and Mindful Performance Coach with a 20-year history of working at the crossroads of the government and humanitarian sectors. Dimple’s cutting-edge work supports a holistic approach to addressing individual and organizational trauma and well-being. As we discuss, the big question most of us have when it comes to work is: "How do we balance wanting to do well and being successful with being human?"We don't have to lead to the lowest common denominator. We can assume that most people are doing thei...
2021-07-0935 min
The Helping ConversationPutting the Human back into Humanitarian Work“Fight, Flight, Freeze, Fix Fake”Dimple Dhabalia is the Founder of Roots in the Clouds, and a Leadership, Mindfulness, and Well-Being Coach with a 20-year history of doing humanitarian work - or what she refers to as high human impact (HHI) work. HHI work is that which seeks to improve the lives of others and alleviate suffering in the world. Those that work within this specific profession not only contend with the uncertainty, ambiguity, and complexity of daily life, but also face unique occupational stressors like compassion fatigue, burnout, and organizational trauma, which have become the norm within HHI...
2021-05-201h 06
MainlineTrauma and the Caring ProfessionalIs it possible to be traumatized vicariously when caring for other people? Dimple Dhabalia shares the powerful story of her service on the front lines of the refugee crisis and how it led her to her current work, "Roots In The Clouds." If you're feeling burned out, you don't want to miss this one.
2021-01-0448 min