Uncomfortable Truths
A five-part audio series from Assemble You and Lalith Wijedoru.
This impactful audio miniseries tackles some of the most challenging and rarely discussed scenarios in today’s workplaces. Dr. Lalith Wijedoru joins Adam Lacey to explore workplace incivility, a term that encompasses rudeness, disrespect, and other forms of low-intensity disruptive behaviours.
They’ll also address more overt issues, including harassment, bullying, and discrimination—key areas often unspoken yet critical to building a respectful workplace culture.
Whether you’re a leader aiming to drive cultural change or an individual eager to understand the consequences of actions in a professional setting, this series provides the insights needed to recognize, influence, and transform workplace dynamics.
Your Expert
An independent well-being consultant and award-winning facilitator, Dr. Lalith Wijedoru specializes in using storytelling to create cultural change.
With a background in paediatric emergency medicine, he pioneered staff storytelling in the NHS as a support mechanism for health professionals.
Now a strategic partner of the All In Diversity Project, Dr. Wijedoru is frequently called upon to facilitate conversations around challenging topics, helping organizations address uncomfortable truths with empathy and understanding.
Lessons in this Series
Bullying
Explore the adverse effects of workplace bullying on both individuals and teams, from diminished morale to increased absenteeism and even legal risks.
- Examine the power dynamics at play.
- Discover the role of empathy in conflict resolution.
- Understand why structured, timely interventions are essential for building a safer workplace.
Discrimination
Gain insight into real-world discrimination scenarios, highlighting their emotional and professional impact on those involved.
- Learn the difference between positive action and objective justification.
- Understand how open, respectful, and timely conversations can guide organizations forward.
Grief
Returning to work after profound loss is often fraught with hidden challenges — fear, isolation, and pressure to perform.
- Explore how leaders can respond with empathy and structure to support grieving colleagues.
- Examine the role of compassionate leadership in easing reintegration.
- Discover why small acts of kindness and open conversations can reshape workplace culture.
Chronic Illness
Chronic illness in the workplace raises complex challenges — from daily struggles to stigma and disclosure dilemmas.
- Explore how health conditions intersect with professional expectations.
- Examine the impact of stigma, confidentiality breaches, and workplace perceptions.
- Discover strategies for empathetic conversations, practical accommodations, and creating a culture of psychological safety.
Loneliness
Loneliness at work can quietly erode well-being, performance, and connection.
- Explore the different forms of loneliness and how they shape workplace behaviour.
- Examine the barriers that prevent people from seeking support.
- Discover strategies for open conversations, reducing isolation, and fostering inclusion.
