The School of Wellbeing with Meg Durham

“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! **  

“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. Episode 120 Shownotes - Click here ---- Joel Hines - 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! **

“The thing about alcohol is it's a brilliant short-term quick fix. The problem is it's an absolute nightmare for your body long-term.” Sarah Rusbatch Have you ever heard of the term Grey Area Drinking? Join guest Sarah Rusbatch, accredited Grey Area Drinking Coach, as she shares her transformative journey from depending on alcohol to manage the everyday stresses of life to sobriety. She now helps big-hearted humans overcome self-doubt and fear to live the life they deserve without alcohol. In this episode, you'll learn about the societal norms perpetuating alcohol use and how teachers are the number one profession seeking support to move beyond booze. She provides practical strategies for managing alcohol consumption and emphasises the importance of self-awareness and self-compassion in this process. Prepare to be inspired by Sarah’s story and commitment to helping others move beyond booze. Sarah’s book Beyond Booze is available for purchase - shop now! Episode 119 Shownotes - Click here ---- Sarah Rusbatch - Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Book Meg Durham - Instagram | LinkedIn | Website ---- 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 think of a coach, you usually think of coaching athletes to the best of their ability. Imagine what would happen if we applied that same coaching approach to school life... In this podcast episode, Dan Steele, a rockstar educational leader and coach with a real history of shaking things up in school communities, dives deep into the powerful impact coaching can have on educators and the schools they teach in. He discusses the balance between providing enough support and challenge for educators to grow. Get ready to discover how self-awareness, ditching the need to be perfect, and the magic of truly seeing your students can take your teaching to a whole new level – through the powerful lens of coaching! * Please note, In Dan's excitement he said Carl Jung instead of Carl Rogers when we chatted about "Way of Being". Check out Carl Rogers and  Christian van Nieuwerburgh to learn more. Episode 118 Shownotes - Click here Dan Steele - LinkedIn | Growth Coaching International Meg Durham - Instagram | LinkedIn | Website Weekly Newsletter - Subscribe here Speaker Requests - Complete the booking form ** The School of Wellbeing is one of the best health and wellbeing podcasts for teachers, educators and school leaders in Australia! **

"There's been profound changes in the volume and complexity of the work that we do as teachers, and that leads to unsustainable workloads that come at the detriment of our work and our wellbeing." Melinda Phillips How can we release the pressure of school life? In this insightful podcast episode, organisational psychologist and experienced educator Melinda Phillips chats with Meg about the impact of increasing work demands on big-hearted educators They explore practical strategies such as addressing workplace stressors, evaluating our standards and understanding the cost of caring. This conversation emphasises the importance of listening to one’s body and recognising its signals as a duty of care. They also discuss how reaching a point of burnout can sometimes serve as a wake-up call, prompting educators to reassess their work-life balance and take deliberate. Tune in to learn how to navigate workplace stress, build healthy habits, and embrace the mess and magic of school life Episode 117 Shownotes - Click here Melinda Phillips - Website | LinkedIn Meg Durham - Instagram | LinkedIn | Website Weekly Newsletter - Subscribe here Speaker Requests - Complete the booking form ** The School of Wellbeing is one of the best health and wellbeing podcasts for teachers, educators and school leaders in Australia! **

“Neurodivergence refers to all of the different neurodevelopmental profiles that we see.” - Mariane Power Want to learn more about neurodivergence in adults? Join Clinical Psychologist Mariane Power as she explores the intricate and nuanced topic of neurodiversity. Learn how neurodivergence impacts wellbeing, the role of inclusive environments, and the unique challenges faced by neurodivergent adults working in schools. This enlightening podcast will broaden your understanding and equip you with neuro-affirming practices to support the diversity of your school staff. Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your knowledge of neurodevelopmental profiles including Autism (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Dyslexia and Dyscalculia. This podcast is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of neurodivergence and its impact on individuals and school communities. It’s a journey of discovery, understanding, and acceptance.  Episode 116 Shownotes - Click here Mariane Power - Instgaram | LinkedIn | Website Meg Durham - Instagram | LinkedIn | Website Weekly Newsletter - Subscribe here Booking Requests - Complete the form ** The School of Wellbeing is one of the best health and wellbeing podcasts for teachers, educators and school leaders in Australia! **

Vicky Essebag, a Relational Communication Specialist and founder of relationspaces, dives into the transformative power of relationships. She emphasizes the concept of 'relation spaces,' encouraging individuals to approach interactions with their best selves. Vicky discusses her book, which serves as a solution-focused guide for parents, and stresses the importance of recognizing strengths in conversations. The chat also delves into nurturing positive relationships in education, especially during challenging times, and the value of fostering meaningful dialogue among educators and students.