Posts by Meg
Ep 67: Self-Sabotage
Are you tired of setting big, unrealistic goals for yourself only to feel discouraged when you don’t achieve them? In this heartfelt conversation, Meg chats with Psychologist and author Dr Rebecca Ray about how often we set ourselves up for failure and self-sabotage without even realising it. The two discuss how change and growth come from small, consistent actions…
Read MoreEp 66: End of Year Reflection
Feeling burnt out and overwhelmed by the demands of life? Take a break and listen to this conversation about living well, finding balance, and setting goals for the year ahead. In this solo episode of the School of Wellbeing podcast, Meg Durham reflects on the highlights of 2022, shares her lessons learned, and talks about…
Read MoreEp 65: The Power of Values & How They Shape Our Lives
Do you know when you are living in alignment with your values? Personal values are the guiding principles that shape our beliefs, attitudes, and behaviours. They help us make better decisions, anchor us, and give our lives a sense of purpose. But do you know what your core values actually are? In this heartfelt episode,…
Read MoreEp 64: The Ripple Effect of Staff Wellbeing
What is the consequence of not focusing on staff wellbeing, in school communities? Despite the challenges of being a teacher, most stay in the profession for the love of working with young people. In this heartfelt conversation, Professor Donna Cross and Meg discuss how important teacher wellbeing is in the workplace. Teacher wellbeing has a…
Read MoreEp 63: Rites of Passage
How did you celebrate graduating from school? What about getting your first job? As a society, do we honour and celebrate important life transitions appropriately? Whereas many cultures recognise and honour rites of passage, it’s believed that western culture has lost the essence of these critical transitions, leading to stunted developmental growth in all stages…
Read MoreEp 62: Living Well Despite Struggle
Is it possible to feel good and function well, despite the struggles of life? Struggling is a part of life, but it shouldn’t have the power to stop you from living well. In this heartfelt episode of the School of Wellbeing podcast, Meg speaks with the associate professor at the University of Melbourne’s Graduate School…
Read MoreEp 61: Sweet Poison: The Addictive Nature of Sugar
What is your relationship like with sugar? Get ready for an episode that will change the way you look at your eating, exercise and wellbeing habits. In this week’s episode, David Gillespie, author of Sweet Poison, chats with Meg Durham about the surprising dangers of sugar and its addictive nature. In a diet culture that…
Read MoreEp 60: Life, Love and Loss
TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains adult conversations about disordered eating and mental illness. Please make sure you’re in a good headspace before listening. And if you need to talk to someone, please get in touch with your local suicide prevention or emergency services. How well do we really know someone who lives in the spotlight? …
Read MoreEp 59: We All Carry Trauma
When you hear the word ‘trauma’ what do you think? Whether you’re aware of it or not, trauma affects every person, every day. It can show up in yourself or through the people closest to you. And inevitably it can affect your relationships, career and personal wellbeing. So how do you work through life trauma?…
Read MoreEP 58: The Guilt Trap
When was the last time you felt guilty? Was it yesterday, today, or perhaps even in the past hour? Feeling guilty, as awful as it might feel in the moment, is a healthy predictable human experience. And surprisingly, it often arises when we’re making positive changes in our life. In this solo episode, Meg Durham…
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