In this episode, Helen Rimmer, founder of the Kind, Brave Leader and author of 'The Kind Librarian,' shares her journey of dealing with workplace toxicity, legacy toxicity, and upward bullying. With a background in the psychology of kindness and well-being, Helen offers insights into how ingrained toxic behaviors in organisations can be systematically addressed. She also emphasises the importance of psychological safety, the need for supportive and kind organisational cultures, and practical advice for individuals stuck in toxic work environments. Helen's experience and dedication to fostering kinder, healthier workplaces provide valuable lessons for leaders and employees alike.

You can find Helen here

www.thekindbraveleader.co.uk

Info@thekindbraveleader.co.uk

https://thekindbraveleader.substack.com/p/unraveling-legacy-toxicity

You can email your questions and dilemmas to us on safespacefrom@gmail.com

Listen to Wendy and her cohost, Shane Waters on Foul Play Crime Series, wherever you listen to podcasts https://www.itsfoulplay.com/

This episode is sponsored by Hippo Accountants – discount code for our listeners is SAFE for 50% off a tax consultation. https://hippoaccountants.com/tax-consultation/

If you would like free impartial advice on a workplace issue, you can call ACAS on 0300 123 1100 https://www.acas.org.uk/

If you have workplace issue relating to pregnancy, then you can contact Pregnant Then Screwed https://pregnantthenscrewed.com/

And the Samaritans are always there to listen, their number is 116 123 https://www.samaritans.org/

Our intro and outro music is Storm Before the Calm. Interludes are, The Future is Bright and Digital Dreams. All by LNDO.

Stay Safe and remember …………. You are not alone !