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Impact Journeys: Special Episode with Mimi Nicklin – Empathy Advocate

What a joy it was to sit down with Mimi on Impact Journeys. From the English countryside to Dubai, from Sri Lanka to the Maldives, her path has been shaped by one clear purpose: empathy.

In this conversation we unpacked the global crisis of loneliness, the paradox of self-help, and the urgent call to reconnect as communities. Mimi reminded us that empathy is not a “soft” skill but a survival skill: the foundation of influence, leadership, and belonging.

“You cannot lead if you don’t first listen.”
“Don’t just speak; host your audience.”
“We don’t need more self-optimization; we need mutual optimization.”

These words resonated deeply. For the Maldives, and for all of us, empathy is not optional anymore: it is the key to healthier workplaces, stronger schools, and happier communities.

I am grateful we could bring this dialogue home through Impact Journeys. And there’s more to come as The Happiness Club teams up with Mimi Nicklin – Empathy Advocate, to raise the bar on psychological safety at work, as a priority of our collaboration in 2026.

Thank you #Sunpodcast for hosting us, and also Maldives Professional Speakers Association – MPSA for making this happen.

Smile and let smile.