Podcast
EP 84: Personal Narratives & Embracing Our Evolving Identity As Educators
Are you ready to unlock your full potential as an educator and transform your teaching and the learning experience in your classroom? In this thought-provoking episode, Meg Durham speaks with Dr William DeJean about uncovering the patterns of thinking and behaving that expand our potential as educators and humans. William delves into the pedagogical power…
Read MoreEp 83: Disordered Eating & Cultivating Healthy Relationships with our Body, Eating and Movement
Are educators the key to unlocking lifelong healthy relationships with food and body image? In this important conversation, Meg Durham speaks with Dr Stephanie Damiano, a psychology researcher and expert in body image development. She’s dedicated to understanding the development of body image in young children and the pivotal role educators and parents play in…
Read MoreEP 82: Ferocious Warmth & Balancing The Head And Heart Of Leadership
How do successful school leaders manage to balance their passion and drive with empathy and human connection? In this episode of the School of Wellbeing podcast, host Meg Durham sits down with Tracey Ezard, author of Ferocious Warmth, to explore this very topic. Discover the concept of ferocious warmth and how it can help leaders…
Read MoreEp 81: Matrescence Matters & The Impact Of Pregnancy And Motherhood On The Brain
In this episode, we celebrate Mother’s Day with a conversation about Matrescence, a woman’s journey through pregnancy, birth, postnatal, and beyond. An increase in hormones, changes in self-perception, adjustments in social context, and increased risks of mental health problems such as anxiety and depression are all examples of what a woman may experience during this…
Read MoreEp 80: Remaining Buoyant & Navigating the Chaos Of School Life
Are you an educator struggling to maintain your wellbeing amidst the chaos of school life? In this episode of the School of Wellbeing podcast, I discuss practical ways to remain buoyant with Dr Denise Quinlan, co-founder of the New Zealand Institute of Wellbeing and Resilience. With extensive knowledge in the areas of wellbeing and resilience,…
Read MoreEp 79: Taking Responsibility For Your Wellbeing & Stepping Into Your Personal Power
Are you tired of feeling like you lack power in certain areas of your life? In this thought-provoking episode, Meg Durham speaks with the Founder & Scientific Director of Simplr Health, Dean Kilby. The two explore the transformative power of taking responsibility for your own wellbeing. While it may be uncomfortable to do so at…
Read MoreEP 78: The Invisible (work)Load of Educators
How do teachers and school leaders handle the immense, unseen pressure of their job? In this insightful episode, Meg Durham speaks with Dr Briony Scott, an experienced principal and president of the Australian Council for Educational Leaders about the invisible load that educators carry today. The two discuss the power of empathy, proactivity and maturity…
Read MoreEp 77 Permission To Feel
Get ready to unlock the power of emotional intelligence in the best way possible. In this insightful episode, Meg Durham speaks with Lael Stone, an educator, author, and speaker, about how teachers and school leaders can strengthen their emotional connections. Discover the importance of processing and acknowledging emotions, even those that have been labeled as…
Read MoreEp 76 Digital Dependency
Do you have a healthy relationship with your digital device? If you’re cringing at your answer, you’re not alone. In this episode, Meg Durham speaks with Dr Kristy Goodwin about our digital dependencies and how to develop a healthier relationship with our favourite devices. The conversation focuses on how technology has permeated all facets of…
Read MoreEp 75: Meeting Challenges
Let go of worry and stress as Meg Durham invites Toni Powell, an acclaimed Australian author and TEDx speaker, to share her insights on breaking free from anxiety and fear traps. In this insightful episode, Powell shares practical tips and strategies to prioritise our wellbeing and live a more fulfilling and joyful existence. Toni also…
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