The School of Wellbeing with Meg Durham

“Confidence is having a thought and putting it into action.” - Jenny Cole How do you build true confidence and take action when doubt creeps in? In this episode, leadership coach and consultant Jenny Cole shares her practical strategies for developing confidence both inside and outside the classroom. You'll learn about simple, actionable steps like using your strengths, pushing through hesitation, and embracing failure as a tool for growth. Jenny also emphasises the importance of shifting from survival mode to thriving, giving yourself permission to take risks, and letting go of the need for perfection. Listen now and get ready to overcome perfectionism, stop waiting for clarity, and start confidently taking action today. Episode 130 Shownotes - Click here ---- Jenny Cole - Website | LinkedIn | Instagram Meg Durham - Website | LinkedIn | Bookings ---- Weekly Newsletter - Subscribe here Speaker Request - Complete the booking form to start the conversation. ---- ** The School of Wellbeing is one of the best health and wellbeing podcasts for teachers, educators and school leaders in Australia! **

"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. Episode 129 Shownotes - Click here ---- Dr Paul Kidson - LinkedIn | Research | ACEL Meg Durham - Website | LinkedIn | Bookings ---- Weekly Newsletter - Subscribe here Speaker Request - Complete the booking form to start the conversation. ---- ** The School of Wellbeing is one of the best health and wellbeing podcasts for teachers, educators and school leaders in Australia! **

“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. Episode 128 Shownotes - Click here ---- Lisa O'Neill  - LinkedIn | Website | Book Meg Durham - Website | LinkedIn | Bookings ---- Weekly Newsletter - Subscribe here Speaker Request - Complete the booking form to start the conversation. ---- ** The School of Wellbeing is one of the best health and wellbeing podcasts for teachers, educators and school leaders in Australia! **

"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. Episode 127 Shownotes - Click here ---- Dr Helen Street - LinkedIn | Website | Wellbeing For Teachers Online Event Meg Durham - Website | LinkedIn | Bookings ---- Weekly Newsletter - Subscribe here Speaker Request - Complete the booking form to start the conversation. ---- ** The School of Wellbeing is one of the most popular wellbeing podcasts for teachers, educators and school leaders in Australia! **

“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. Episode 126 Shownotes - Click here ---- Dr Paul Teys  - LinkedIn | Website Meg Durham - Website | LinkedIn | Bookings ---- Weekly Newsletter - Subscribe here Speaker Request - Complete the booking form to start the conversation. ---- ** The School of Wellbeing is one of the best health and wellbeing podcasts for teachers, educators and school leaders in Australia! **

“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. Episode 125 Shownotes - Click here ---- Adrienne Hornby - LinkedIn | Website Meg Durham - Website | LinkedIn | Bookings ---- Weekly Newsletter - Subscribe here Speaker Request - Complete the booking form to start the conversation. ---- ** The School of Wellbeing is one of the best health and wellbeing podcasts for teachers, educators and school leaders in Australia! **

“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. Episode 124 Shownotes - Click here ---- Kylie Power - LinkedIn | Iona College Geelong Meg Durham - Website | LinkedIn | Bookings ---- Weekly Newsletter - Subscribe here Speaker Request - Complete the booking form to start the conversation. ---- ** The School of Wellbeing is one of the best health and wellbeing podcasts for teachers, educators and school leaders in Australia! **

Maggie Dent, an Australian parenting author and educator, shares her insights on raising boys to be healthy, happy, and resilient. She emphasizes the importance of supportive environments that allow boys to express emotions without shame. The conversation delves into practical parenting strategies, the unique challenges boys face, and how educators can foster meaningful connections. Maggie also discusses navigating digital influences and teaching methods that engage boys in learning, promoting their emotional and academic growth.

“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. Episode 122 Shownotes - Click here ** This conversation is for general educational purposes and is not a substitute for medical advice.**  ---- Professor Jayashri Kulkarni - Website | LinkedIn | Article Meg Durham -  Website | LinkedIn | Bookings ---- Weekly Newsletter - Subscribe here Speaker Request - Complete the booking form to start the conversation. ---- ** The School of Wellbeing is one of the best health and wellbeing podcasts for teachers, educators and school leaders in Australia! **

“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. Episode 121 Shownotes - Click here ---- Dr Steven Rogelberg - Website | LinkedIn | Books Meg Durham -  Website | LinkedIn | Bookings ---- Weekly Newsletter - Subscribe here Speaker Request - Complete the booking form to start the conversation. ** The School of Wellbeing is one of the best health and wellbeing podcasts for teachers, educators and school leaders in Australia! **