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The Choice Space
Dr Lee David
14 episodes
5 days ago
Christmas is often portrayed as joyful and effortless, yet many families experience something far more complex. Sensory overload, disrupted routines and shifting expectations can build pressure quickly, and for neurodivergent families these challenges can be especially pronounced. Old roles and stories can also resurface, adding emotional weight to a time that comes with more noise, movement and change than usual. In this episode, Dr Lee David speaks with Dr Lucy Rigley – clinical psychologis...
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Christmas is often portrayed as joyful and effortless, yet many families experience something far more complex. Sensory overload, disrupted routines and shifting expectations can build pressure quickly, and for neurodivergent families these challenges can be especially pronounced. Old roles and stories can also resurface, adding emotional weight to a time that comes with more noise, movement and change than usual. In this episode, Dr Lee David speaks with Dr Lucy Rigley – clinical psychologis...
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Mental Health
Health & Fitness
Episodes (14/14)
The Choice Space
Letting Go Of Christmas Pressure In Neurodivergent Families
Christmas is often portrayed as joyful and effortless, yet many families experience something far more complex. Sensory overload, disrupted routines and shifting expectations can build pressure quickly, and for neurodivergent families these challenges can be especially pronounced. Old roles and stories can also resurface, adding emotional weight to a time that comes with more noise, movement and change than usual. In this episode, Dr Lee David speaks with Dr Lucy Rigley – clinical psychologis...
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3 weeks ago
41 minutes

The Choice Space
Space To Support Health Professional Survivors of Domestic Abuse
In support of #NHSDAAD – NHS Domestic Abuse Awareness Day on 10 December 2025 Domestic abuse is an issue that affects people across every part of society – including those who work in healthcare. Many clinicians quietly carry experiences of fear, control or unpredictability while still showing up to care for others. Rates of domestic abuse are thought to be around three times higher in health professionals than in the general population, yet it can remain hidden and hard to talk about.&...
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1 month ago
40 minutes

The Choice Space
Inside the Gut-Liver-Brain Connection
When the gut–liver–brain connection becomes disrupted, energy, mood and long-term health can all feel harder to sustain. Changes in the microbiome can influence immunity, inflammation and even how the brain processes stress. In this episode, Dr Lee David speaks with Professor Debbie Shawcross – hepatologist and leading researcher in chronic liver disease – about how the gut, liver and brain communicate and what helps this system stay in balance. They explore the role of the liver, how the mic...
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1 month ago
38 minutes

The Choice Space
Active Choices To Support Adult Sleep
When sleep becomes unpredictable, every part of life feels more difficult. Tiredness can drain patience, confidence and emotional steadiness – and for many adults, sleepless nights create a cycle of worry and frustration that’s hard to break. In this episode, Dr Lee David speaks with occupational therapist and CBT-i specialist Louise Berger about how adults can understand their sleep more clearly and make small choices that genuinely help nights settle again. They explore what drives sleep, w...
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1 month ago
43 minutes

The Choice Space
Making space for sleep in family life
When sleep is broken, everything feels harder. Fatigue affects patience, confidence and emotional balance – and in early parenthood, rest can feel like a distant dream. In this episode, Dr Lee David speaks with sleep consultant and mum of three Caroline Jones about finding realistic, compassionate ways to support both infant and parent sleep. They explore how small changes, shared support and self-trust can make a big difference – and why flexibility matters more than following fixed rules. C...
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1 month ago
35 minutes

The Choice Space
Living in the space beyond cancer
When life changes – through a cancer diagnosis, treatment and the slow rebuild that follows – it can feel like a wave knocks you off your feet. In this episode, Dr Lee David speaks with Dr Darelle Gengasamy about the moment everything shifted, the surge of despair, the pull of purpose and the everyday choices that helped her find steadier ground. They explore the shock of diagnosis, the need to find a next step, and how reconnecting with personal values can bring direction when life feels unc...
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2 months ago
43 minutes

The Choice Space
Finding Space with Intrusive Thoughts or a Busy Mind
When the mind feels crowded — with worries, doubts or intrusive thoughts — it can be hard to find calm or clarity. These thoughts are far more common than many people realise, whether they appear as part of anxiety, OCD or simply everyday life. In this episode of The Choice Space, Dr Lee David speaks with CBT therapist Josh Munn about how to find space when your mind feels busy. They explore why intrusive thoughts arise, how they can pull us into loops of rumination or self-checking, and what...
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2 months ago
39 minutes

The Choice Space
Finding Strength Beyond Invisible Disability
When life changes — through serious illness, trauma or invisible disability — it can feel like the ground has shifted beneath us. In this powerful episode, Dr Lee David speaks with Dr Amrita Sen Mukherjee about her journey through diagnosis, grief and identity loss, and how she found strength, self-compassion and a renewed sense of purpose. They explore the concept of post-traumatic growth, what it means to find yourself again and how aligning your choices with your values – even in sma...
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2 months ago
35 minutes

The Choice Space
Self-Acceptance and Belonging With Dyslexia
What changes when we stop trying to fit in and start allowing ourselves to be who we really are? In this episode of The Choice Space Podcast, Dr Lee David talks with Liz Evans, The Untypical OT – occupational therapist, parent and advocate for neurodivergent families. They explore how to live authentically with dyslexia, the emotional impact of late diagnosis and the sense of relief that comes from finally understanding yourself. They discuss how masking, perfectionism and shame c...
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2 months ago
41 minutes

The Choice Space
Permission and Choice: Freedom to Live Well
What would change if you gave yourself permission — to rest, to say no, to ask for help or to feel what you truly feel? In this episode of The Choice Space Podcast, Dr Lee David talks with psychiatrist and therapist Dr Caroline Walker, founder of The Joyful Doctor and author of Permission: How to Feel, Heal and Thrive in a Challenging World. They explore why many people struggle to give themselves permission to prioritise their needs, emotions and boundaries — particularly in high-pressure se...
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2 months ago
40 minutes

The Choice Space
From Burnout to Balance: Choices that protect our wellbeing
What happens when achievement stops feeling fulfilling and starts draining every ounce of energy? In this powerful conversation, former paediatrician Dr Jess Morgan joins Dr Lee David to explore the hidden early signs of burnout, why it can be so hard to slow down and how to rediscover a more sustainable way of living and working. Jess shares her personal journey from NHS medicine through burnout and beyond – describing the subtle warnings she missed, the “hero narrative” that kept her pushin...
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3 months ago
40 minutes

The Choice Space
Finding choice through perimenopause, ADHD and burnout
In this episode Dr Lee David is joined by psychologist Dr Lindsey Roberts to explore how perimenopause and ADHD intersect — from burnout, sleep disruption and emotional swings to masking, hyperfocus and the boom-and-bust cycle. Lindsey shares her late-diagnosis story, the role of joy, creativity and time outdoors, and why flexible, person-centred workplace support matters. Together they look at practical ways to protect energy — pacing, varied forms of rest, planning supports and compassiona...
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3 months ago
43 minutes

The Choice Space
Finding choice when self-doubt gets in the way
In this engaging conversation, Lee and Dr Nik Kendrew delve into self-doubt, the complexities of imposter syndrome and the pressures of perfectionism. They explore practical strategies for managing anxiety, the importance of focusing on the process rather than the outcome, and the value of community and connection in overcoming challenges. Through personal anecdotes and insights, they highlight the significance of self-compassion and the power of small choices in fostering personal growth and...
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3 months ago
44 minutes

The Choice Space
Trailer: Welcome to The Choice Space
In this short trailer episode, I’m introducing The Choice Space — a podcast for busy people who want to pause, reset and make wiser choices in the middle of everyday life. You’ll get a flavour of what’s coming — from solo episodes to expert interviews — all grounded in real-life experience, clinical insight and tools that actually work. And we'll discover how even a small pause can open up more freedom, clarity and direction — especially when life feels full or overwhelming. Whether y...
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5 months ago
3 minutes

The Choice Space
Christmas is often portrayed as joyful and effortless, yet many families experience something far more complex. Sensory overload, disrupted routines and shifting expectations can build pressure quickly, and for neurodivergent families these challenges can be especially pronounced. Old roles and stories can also resurface, adding emotional weight to a time that comes with more noise, movement and change than usual. In this episode, Dr Lee David speaks with Dr Lucy Rigley – clinical psychologis...