#11 - Discovering Workplace, Culture and Mental Health - Petra Velzeboer

Welcome to Episode #11 of The Facilities Management ExchangeWe're joined today by Petra Velzeboer — global keynote speaker, author, mental health expert, and founder of a consultancy dedicated to transforming workplace culture and building high-performing teams rooted in genuine wellbeing.Raised in a cult, Petra has seen first-hand how toxic systems break people down. With 17+ years in mental health and organisational culture, she now uses that lived experience to help individuals and businesses create environments where people can truly thrive — not simply survive.This is a powerful, eye-opening conversation exploring technology, addiction, culture change, human connection, and Petra’s extraordinary personal journey.In this episode expect: How billions are being spent, competing for our attentionWhy so many of us use our phones to avoid difficult emotionsThe rise of digital addiction, doomscrolling and the disconnect between online and real lifeThe skill of turning fear into excitementAdvice for anyone stuck in a toxic work culturePetra's history, growing up in one of the most notorious cultsPetra's latest book, Digital Wellbeing: Recharge your focus and reboot your lifeLinks to purchase Petra's books are below: Digital Wellbeing - https://amzn.eu/d/0hsTu0wRBegin With You - https://amzn.eu/d/01ogj77SFollow the Facilities Management Exchange on Linkedin, Instagram and TikTok