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Dr Lalith Wijedoru

Dr Lalith Wijedoru is a former NHS doctor who now works as a wellbeing consultant. He joins our podcast to share powerful insights into his childhood. Lalith's unwavering empathy and dedication to understanding his father is a true reflection of his deep compassion.

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Former NHS Doctor turned Wellbeing Consultant, Dr Lalith Wijedoru shares a powerful insight into his childhood. Categorising his father as a "wounded child", Lalith's unwavering empathy and commitment to understanding his father is a testament to his compassion.

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