The School of Wellbeing with Meg Durham

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The School of Wellbeing with Meg Durham episodes

August 29, 2024 Dr Paul Kidson: Collective Action & Focusing On What We Can do | Episode 129
"The system will not love us, we have to love ourselves." Dr Paul Kidson
How can we work within a system that’s slow to adapt?
Join Meg and guest Dr Paul Kidson, an educational leadership scholar, in this insightful episode as they explore the complexities of working in an increasingly stretched system.
You’ll learn how to maintain your well-being amidst the demands of school life and find ways to celebrate your progress, even when the system struggles to meet our evolving needs.
Listen now and get ready to discover how to thrive as an educator while managing both personal and professional hurdles.
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37 min
August 15, 2024 Lisa O'Neill: Energy Masterclass & How To Get It, Guard It, Give It | Episode 128
“If you don't have any energy, you've got no power.” - Lisa O'Neill
Are you ready to move from feeling fatigued to fully charged?
In this invigorating episode, we’re joined by Lisa O'Neill, a renowned speaker and the author of Energy: Get It, Guard It, Give It.
Lisa will change how you think about energy and inspire you to step up and take control of your life. She explores the four types of energy—physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual—and offers insights on recognising and nurturing each one effectively.
Listen now and learn how to transform your approach to managing and boosting your energy in all areas of life.
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34 min
August 01, 2024 Dr Helen Street: A Meaningful Life & The Impossible Question of Living Well | Episode 127
"When you're living well, you have a really strong sense of your innermost personal identity of who you are.” - Dr Helen Street
How do we navigate life's complexities and find meaning?
In this episode, internationally acclaimed author and education consultant Dr Helen Street discusses her book, The Impossible Question of Living Well. She explores the importance of navigating the range of human emotions, identifying what matters most, and the art of letting go.
Listen now and discover practical insights to help you lead a more meaningful and balanced life.
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40 min
July 18, 2024 Dr Paul Teys | Self-Leadership & The Power of Walking | Episode 126
“Self-leadership is supporting your own growth and development so that you can perform the best in the role that you have. - Dr Paul Teys
How do you manage the relentless demands of school life?
In this episode, experienced school leader Dr Paul Teys, shares how personal development is the key to professional success.
You’ll learn how to stop thinking about your work at 3:00am, the benefits of walking for mental clarity, and the necessity of creating space for thoughtful decision-making.
Listen now to enhance your leadership skills with practical advice and proven techniques.
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32 min
July 04, 2024 Adrienne Hornby: Functional Freeze & Why You Feel Wired And Tired | Episode 125
“Functional freeze can make you feel disconnected from your feelings, or the world, or those you normally have a really easy time connecting with.” - Adrienne Hornby
Do you ever feel numb, disconnected, or stuck in a rut, even while going through the motions of daily life?
Join Meg Durham and health and wellbeing consultant Adrienne Hornby as they explore the concept of 'functional freeze,' its physical and emotional toll, and practical strategies to break free and make necessary changes for your wellbeing.
Adrienne shares her personal journey, revealing how she cultivated self-awareness, set healthy boundaries, and deepened connections with others. Discover how she transformed her wellbeing, relationships, and leadership style.
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39 min
June 20, 2024 Kylie Power: Staff Wellbeing & Why The Little Things Matter | Episode 124
“Your energy can either have positive ripples or it can have negative ripples.” - Kylie Power
What does a thriving school community look and feel like?
In this episode, Kylie Power, an experienced school leader dives into her extensive experiences and shares practical strategies for fostering a supportive and positive school environment.
Discover the profound impact of small acts of kindness, the transformative power of community building, and the essentiality of maintaining personal wellbeing routines.
Kylie highlights the crucial role of leadership in exemplifying healthy boundaries and using effective tools to monitor and promote staff wellbeing. Tune in now to gain valuable insights and implement actionable steps toward enhancing wellbeing across your school community.
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37 min
June 06, 2024 Maggie Dent: Raising Boys & Healthy, Happy And Resilient Men | Episode 123
“We can raise our boys to make better choices, but not from punishment and shame.” Maggie Dent
How can we better support boys to become healthy and happy individuals?
In this conversation, Australian parenting author, educator, and speaker Maggie Dent joins Meg Durham to discuss the unique qualities and challenges boys face, such as impulsivity and societal pressures.
Maggie shares her love for boys, stemming from her experiences growing up with brothers and a tender-hearted father, and emphasises the importance of creating safe, supportive environments where boys can express emotions and learn from mistakes.
You'll also learn practical strategies for parenting and teaching boys, the role of teachers in fostering connections, and how to navigate screen time and the digital world's impact on boys.
Listen now and get ready to inspire the young boys in your life.
Want to hear more? Listen to Meg chat with Maggie about Raising Girls.
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42 min
May 23, 2024 Professor Jayashri Kulkarni: Women's Mental Health & Understanding The Impact of Hormonal Fluctuation | Episode 122
“This is about women taking control" - Professor Jayashri Kulkarni
What role do hormones play in the mental health and wellbeing of girls and women?
In this insightful podcast, Jayashri Kulkarni, a renowned Professor of Psychiatry at Cabrini Health and Monash University specialising in women’s mental health, sheds light on the potent role that hormones play in a woman's life.
Professor Jayashri Kulkarni navigates the complex landscape of women’s mental health, from Premenstrual syndrome (PMS), Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), and (Premenstrual Exacerbation) PM to menopause, and highlights the often underestimated influence of hormonal fluctuation in disorders such as depression and anxiety.
Listen now and equip yourself with a deeper comprehension of the complex relationship between a woman's hormones and her mental health and wellbeing.
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** This conversation is for general educational purposes and is not a substitute for medical advice.**
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51 min
May 09, 2024 Dr Steven Rogelberg: Meetings Matter & The Surprising Art + Science of Meeting Well | Episode 121
“The characteristics of an excellent meeting leader are very similar to an excellent teacher” - Dr Steven Rogelberg
Most of us can relate to the misery of pointless meetings. They take over our calendars and make us wonder why we couldn't have been sent an email. However, in a world where collaboration is everything, we can't live without meetings entirely.
On this episode of The School of Wellbeing podcast, organisational psychologist Professor Steven Rogelberg, shares how to make meetings more enjoyable, productive, and beneficial to staff and student wellbeing. If you want to make your meetings matter and ones your colleagues will look forward to, listen to this episode and learn from an expert.
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20 min
April 25, 2024 Joel Hines: Human Potential & How To Cultivate Connection With The THRIVE Framework | Episode 120
“To reach our full potential, we need the support of community.” Joel Hines
How can we access and amplify our human potential?
In this enlightening podcast episode, host Meg Durham is joined by Joel Hines. Joel’s career has been dedicated to guiding others to explore the shared experience of being human. Known for his integrity and authenticity, Joel empowers leaders to cultivate engagement, foster collaboration, and motivate others.
In this episode, Joel explains the THRIVE framework, a six-step process designed to cultivate connection and enable potential. They discuss the power of self-trust, acknowledging one’s achievements, and the need for space to process thoughts and feelings.
Tune in now and prepare to transform your understanding of human potential and connection.
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29 min

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