Burnout isn’t just about workload—it’s about nervous systems, power dynamics, and the cultural messages we’ve inherited about performance, perfection, and worth. In this final installment of our three-part series, clinical psychologist Dr. Roxy Manning and relational neuroscience expert Sarah Peyton return to explore burnout as a systemic issue and…

How do we give feedback that actually lands, and how do we stay human in the process? In this second installment of our three-part series, clinical psychologist and anti-racism leader Dr. Roxy Manning and relational neuroscience expert Sarah Peyton return to explore the layered realities of communication at work. Alongside neurobiology and workplac…

“How do we build trust when the ground is already shaking?” asks clinical psychologist and anti-racism leader Dr. Roxy Manning. Alongside relational neuroscience expert Sarah Peyton, Roxy challenges how most workplaces handle grief, trauma, and disruption—especially during layoffs. Together with Rajkumari Neogy, they explore what it really takes to…

"Equality will not free us," says Marcie Bianco, author of Breaking Free: The Lie of Equality and the Feminist Fight for Freedom. But if equality isn’t the goal, what is? And what does true liberation actually look like? In this episode, Marcie joins neurobiology expert Rajkumari Neogy to unpack the limits of equality as a political ideal and the s…

"Conflict is always a bid for connection," says Meenadchi, a communication and wellness consultant, somatic practitioner, and author of Decolonizing Nonviolent Communication. But what happens when relationships are coded as unsafe? What if our nervous systems see relationality as a threat? In this episode, Meenadchi joins neurobiology expert Rajkum…

“Power makes us dumber,” says Aubrey Blanche-Sarellano, VP of Equitable Operations at Culture Amp and an advocate for building equitable workplaces. “When we gain power, our empathy goes down, our ability to read rooms goes down.” Drawing from her lived experience as a white-assumed, mixed-race, queer, and disabled leader, Aubrey unpacks how person…

How does modern slavery intersect with the workplace, and what role can leaders play in supporting survivors? Human trafficking isn’t just a global issue—it’s happening here in the United States, with nearly 1 million people living in conditions of exploitation. "Leaders need to have a culture where trauma is accepted and understood," says Wendy Fo…

How do cycles of helplessness shape our relationships and workplaces? Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) isn’t just about physical harm—it’s a complex set of behaviors designed to gain power and control. "Helplessness is the ultimate lack of power or control," explains Dr. Inge Hansen, a clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience, whose gr…

For Aida Mariam Davis, the opposite of colonization isn’t decolonization—it’s creation. As the Chief People Officer of the Sierra Club, founder of Decolonize Design, and author of the new book Kindred Creation: Parables and Paradigms for Freedom, Aida brings profound insights on how Black and Indigenous wisdom can guide us toward building systems r…

What does it really mean to face systemic racism with both fierce determination and self-compassion? Neuroscience educator Sarah Peyton is back to share how this powerful mix of anti-racism and self-kindness can break down deep-rooted biases and heal generational trauma. Together with clinical psychologist Dr. Roxy Manning, Sarah co-authored The An…

When was the last time you paid attention to your body language in a meeting? We often focus so much on what we say that we overlook the signals we send every moment. “The most powerful theater is when the actors aren’t actually talking,” says Shoshana Simons, a drama therapist by training and former Chair of the Expressive Arts Therapy program at …

Mental health disparities continue to affect communities of color, but how can we create spaces for healing and acknowledgment? "You learn to suppress, and every time you feel, you struggle with how to be in that feeling," says Giorgio Chatelain, a psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience. As a social worker, Giorgio has dedicated his caree…

In a world where workplace dynamics often prioritize efficiency over emotional connection, could love be the missing element that transforms professional relationships? “The way you do one relationship is how you do all relationships—from the bedroom to the boardroom,” says relationship expert Dr. Sara Nasserzadeh. Her book, "Love by Design: 6 Ingr…

"The body is our doorway to greater wisdom, compassion, and growing a presence that is trustworthy and life-affirming," says Staci K. Haines, an innovator in the Somatics field for over 30 years. Staci believes that Somatics addresses our deep human yearning for wholeness, connection, and belonging by guiding us back to our bodies. This embodied tr…

As a leader, it’s tempting to feel like you need to have all the answers. Being a great problem solver helped you get to where you are, but once you start leading a team, you need to evolve into someone who enables problem-solving. “Performance is a team sport, not a solo act,” says Jon Low, a performance coach and tactical advisor to early-stage f…

Can we really challenge racism with both fierceness and compassion? Can we confront discriminatory actions head-on without shaming others, and interrupt hate in ways that foster genuine change? Using Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Beloved Community framework, activists are finding new ways to create equity through bold yet empathetic dialogue against…

“Even a momentary lack of love and safety as children can follow us for the rest of our lives,” says Rainbow Markell, an early childhood education expert. Since her start in the field in the 1970s, she has been part of some of the most forward-thinking programs that put the idea of “trauma-informed care” on the map. How do you help children identif…

By championing creative thinking, leaders cultivate a space where ideas flourish, collaboration thrives, and the extraordinary becomes possible, paving the way for sustainable success and growth. "Yet we don't program time for leaders to be creative," says Eugene Sepulveda. "When can they let their mind relax and daydream? The best organizations cr…

The homelessness crisis in the United States is at an all-time high, with 653,000 people experiencing homelessness on any given night, the highest number since 2007. Homelessness involves complex factors such as mental health, economic instability, and inadequate social support. Yet recently, a Supreme Court case debated whether sleeping on the str…

In the past few years, DEI efforts in the U.S. have hit some setbacks. Political divides have deepened, with some states passing laws that limit conversations about race and gender, and the Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action in the workplace. "I've been here before," says Cindy Owyoung, who has been at the forefront of DEI for over 20 …

White supremacy isn’t just in the history books; it’s baked into our daily lives, from the shows we watch to the ways we work, often without us even noticing. "It's the water that we swim in. And we don't know because we're the fish," says Jill Nagle. Jill has written multiple books, created a somatic counseling approach called Wisdom of the Body, …

At a time of crisis at home and abroad, we find ourselves in a state of unprecedented disharmony. "But that doesn't mean we're going to act," says Dr. Shariff Abdullah, with a reminder that "the call to action may make you very uncomfortable." Shariff has devoted much of his life to the work of inclusivity and societal transformation. His award-win…

Face recognition technology is becoming a part of our daily lives in simple yet impactful ways. Unlocking your phone with a glance, tagging friends on social media, or verifying your identity at the airport are all examples of face recognition at work. Alongside its many practical benefits, there is a growing focus on addressing ethical concerns, e…

Amid ongoing debates about the efficacy of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB+) initiatives, Indeed stands out as an example of how high-growth organizations can integrate these principles effectively. With over 10,000 employees across more than 60 countries, Indeed not only prioritizes DEIB+ as a strategic and moral imperative but a…

"Workplace burnout is essentially unmourned grief," says Sarah Peyton, neuroscience educator and author of "Your Resonant Self." Much of her work has centered around attachment styles and how they impact our everyday interactions. In this episode, Sarah and neurobiology expert Rajkumari Neogy explore what it looks like for leaders to acknowledge gr…

Recently, affirmative action has ignited a fiery debate across the U.S., partly fueled by a Supreme Court reversal with major consequences for college admissions and workplace DEI policies. Amidst this contentious backdrop, the narrative extends far beyond American borders, touching on global discussions about race, inclusion, and equity. For decad…

Americans are divided on whether being described as "woke" is an insult. Jennie Yang, a specialist in neuro-linguistic programming, thinks a lot about the power of language. Her career has been rooted in fast-paced tech environments, including AppAnnie and TigerConnect, and, in recent years, she has led the people function at 15Five. In this episod…

"When the basis of belonging is conforming to a group, that's not belonging. It's a contingency," says Adina Sterling, an organizational theorist and economic sociologist whose research focuses on inequality in the workplace. She has studied topics like hiring processes, social networks, bias, and how they perpetuate social disparities. She develop…

Rising inequality, conflicts at home and abroad, and record-high employee disengagement are part of today’s reality at work. It has become even more difficult to build what Stuart Crabb calls a “flourishing organization.” But it can be done. For the past three decades, this has been at the core of Stuart’s work at the highest levels of Meta, Yahoo!…

Think back to the last time you washed your hands under a touchless water faucet (at the airport, a gas station, any public restroom). Did it easily turn on for you? Chances are it did—if you have light skin. That’s because the infrared technology automatic water and soap dispensers use responds better to light skin tones. Dr. Dédé Tetsubayashi is …

“What are we in service to?” Guidewire's Chief People Officer Sinéad Condon reflects on this question at least 20 or 30 times a day. We spend much more time “doing” over “being” in the workplace because we don’t want to suck at our jobs. But in the midst of the hustle, we lose sight of what's at the foundation of truly great work: relationships. De…

Home is where the heart is... but it isn’t the only place. Carin Taylor, chief diversity officer at Workday, the human resource management software used by more than 10,000 organizations across the world, says love is an important ingredient to a thriving work environment. She’s on a mission to cure heartbreak in the workplace and restore love and …

Here’s an easily forgotten truth about the workforce: Employees are humans and they expect to be treated as such. In this day and age, the stakes for empathetic communication have reached new heights for companies and their leaders. It’s no longer just the human resources department who is the arbiter of empathetic communication. In this episode, D…

“Sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me.” Sarah Peyton, neuroscience educator and author of “Your Resonant Self,” knows from years of research that the popular children’s adage is bullsh*t—words may not break your bones, but language has a powerful effect on our brains. In the first of three conversations between epigenet…

Introducing Then, Now & Tomorrow, an ⁠ibelong⁠ original series hosted by Rajkumari Neogy. New episodes coming soon.By ibelong

Meet Rajkumari Neogy, neurobiology expert, ibelong CEO, and Then, Now & Tomorrow host.By ibelong