The World Beyond Resilience

What if thriving-not surviving - was your true purpose? In this season finale of The World Beyond Resilient Podcast, Angela Philp and Carolyn Gibson share five powerful steps to move us from reacting to creating, and from independence to true connection. They dive into courage, curiosity, and joy as the keys to thriving in uncertain times. Tune in and discover a world that exists beyond resilience...

Dr. Amina is a catalyst for transformation! With a background as a medical doctor and policy expert, she followed her calling into transformational coaching, specializing in careers and leadership. She guides high achievers and leaders who feel stuck in their successful careers, helping them find their way to greater fulfillment and freedom. Dr. Amina is also the author of "The Success Trap," a po...

What if your actual power didn't come from control, but from presence? When you walk into a meeting already in your head, replaying the last call, worrying about what others think - your power, your ability to influence and impact - drains out of you. What can you do about that? Listen into today's podcast with Angela and Carolyn to find out!

Most people think resilience is about grit - gritting your teeth and pushing through. But what if true power comes from going beyond resilience? Today, Dr. Orlena and Angela unpack the hidden saboteurs that keep you stuck, the mindset shift that turns struggle into joy, and how to finally create a life you don’t just survive — but love. If you’ve ever felt exhausted by being ‘resilient,’ this is t...

What if the fear that’s holding you back isn’t even real? In today’s episode, Carolyn and Angela rip apart the lies fear feeds us, from social anxiety to that voice in your head telling you you’re not ready. We’re breaking down the shift from fear to love — a mindset change that could transform your leadership, your creativity, and your life. If you’ve ever felt stuck in the grip of anxiety, this...

Reverend Mutima Imani is a truth-teller, heart-healer, and master facilitator whose life’s work is to help humanity remember its wholeness. A visionary in the social justice space and a reverend grounded in deep spiritual wisdom, Mutima brings fierce compassion and clarity to everything she touches. With decades of experience guiding transformation, she offers powerful 21st-century tools for both...

What do an osteopath, a sociopath, and stress have in common? In this eye-opening conversation, Angela and Carolyn uncover how our bodies reveal hidden truths about stress, empathy, and leadership. From the surprising calm of sociopaths to the power of true self-alignment, this episode explores why relaxation isn’t indulgence—it’s essential. Tune in to discover how embodying ease and authenticity...

Join us as Sabina Dewan, founder and executive director of the Just Jobs Network, a global research institute renowned for its cutting-edge work on job creation and workforce development, bravely shares her personal "origin story" of resilience, recalling a childhood surgery where she pushed herself to recover quickly out of fear and guilt to alleviate her parents' burden. Sabina shows us how "str...

Do you subscribe to the "no pain, no gain" mantra?  In this podcast episode, Angela and Carolyn take a thoughtful look at what it is costing us, and offer a crucial mindset shift: from struggle to effort . It’s all about finding joy and effectiveness in what you do, rather than constantly battling uphill. The key takeaway Angela and Carolyn emphasise is to question where you're struggling ver...

This conversation is equal parts inspiring and incendiary for any midlife woman who's ever felt underestimated. Duckworth, the co-founder of Visible Inc., isn't just discussing resilience; she's igniting a movement to celebrate the seismic power of midlife women. Introducing Jacquie Duckworth With 30 years of experience in mainstream consumer media, working with iconic brands, Jacquie is a powerho...

This chat dives into the fascinating world of resilience and anti-fragility , particularly through the lens of Nassim Nicholas Taleb's work. We unravel how we define fragility, robustness, resilience, and anti-fragility, before giving a more expansive view of thriving beyond just "bouncing back." We start first with a fragile teacup (it breaks, you can't fix it). You don't want to be that. Then th...

Get ready to be inspired by a truly remarkable woman! This episode of the World Beyond Resilience features Joanna Kerr, a dynamic force for social and environmental change. With an extraordinary 25-year career leading organizations like Greenpeace Canada and ActionAid International, and now launching NutHatch Leadership to mentor future change-makers, Joanna brings a wealth of experience and a fre...

You're in for a treat with this episode of the World Beyond Resilience Podcast! Today Angela and Carolyn dive deep into a topic many of us grapple with: the shift from fierce independence to joyful, supportive and deeply relaxing interdependence . If you've ever felt the crushing weight of trying to "do it all yourself" and worn it as a badge of honor, this podcast is a warm, relatable invitation...

Laura Sullivan is a firestarter in the best possible way – sparking conversations, igniting change, and refusing to settle for the way things have always been. A seasoned leader in the NGO world, she’s cut her teeth at organisations pioneering change like ActionAid and We Move Europe, bringing courage and clarity to every space she enters. Laura doesn’t just talk about change – she lives it. Wheth...

Angela Philp and Carolyn Gibson totally get us excited about shifting from just assuming things to being genuinely curious . They dive into how we humans naturally pick up biases, which inevitably shrink our world, keep us stuck and definitely keep us from truly seeing others (and ourselves!) But guess what? By getting curious enough to challenge those old mindsets – from what you're capable of or...

Keetie Roelen is a globally recognized expert on poverty, particularly focusing on the lived experience of those in poverty. As the founder and host of the "Poverty Unpacked" platform, Keetie offers crucial perspectives on resilience, empowerment, and the systemic factors that influence poverty. Keetie challenges the common definition of resilience, especially when applied to poverty, arguing that...

In this World Beyond Resilience Podcast, Angela and Carolyn dive into the subtle but powerful difference between resignation to acceptance . The shift we need to make to transform not only how you deal with life's curveballs, but how you amplify and grow anything that's already working! You'll find out how resignation masquerades as acceptance and how to distinguish the difference between the two...

A deeply moving and illuminating conversation with Josianne Gauthier, a human rights lawyer and Secretary General of CIDSE, who invites us to explore the profound connection between grief, resilience, and finding light in the darkest of times. Gauthier redefines resilience as a profound journey through grief, where acknowledging and processing pain becomes an "alchemy" for growth and transformatio...

In this episode of the World Beyond Resilience Podcast with Angela and Carolyn, we have zeroed into a topic that's often overlooked but is super important for individuals as much as for organisations: vision. Forget the idea that having a vision is just for CEOs or Olympians. We talk about having a personal vision as a powerful current pulling you forward, helping you make powerful choices and joy...

In this episode we are thrilled to chat with the phenomenal Cécile Biasio, COO of Airbus Protect. Cécile is not just a leader in a male-dominated industry; she's a founding member of Women in Aerospace, a member of European Women on Boards, and the impulse and driving force behind Balance for Business at Airbus. Her mission? To inspire everyone, especially women, to step into leadership with coura...

Today, we’re flipping the script from endless problem-solving to the most underrated 'beyond resilience' quality of all: creativity. YOURS! Angela enthusiastically reveals that after much research, she notice our learned focus on overcoming and enduring completely masks our natural born creative power. The gift every human gets at birth Are you confusing your creativity with artistic talent? This...

Valerie Del Re: The Activist Igniting a Creative Revolution Get ready to be electrified by Valerie Del Re, 6 years Executive Director of Greenpeace Belgium and a true visionary who's dedicated her life to shaking up the status quo! This isn't just another interview; it's a call to rise! Valerie's journey from a passionate 14-year-old activist to a political powerhouse and a driving force for chang...

Welcome to the World Beyond Resilience Another podcast about resilience? Absolutely not! Your resilience is killing you. It's also draining your capacity to truly lead! If you're the go-to problem-solver - who never has time for herself because she's always putting out other people's fires. If you're a hard-working, high achiever who survives on grit, perseverance coffee, and a capacity to ignore...