Ep 85: Financial Wellbeing & Taking Control of Your Future

Are you in control of your finances, or does the thought of money send you running in the other direction? You’re not alone. Nearly half of Australian women find money decisions overwhelming and stressful. And frustratingly, women today are retiring with 42% less Superannuation than men! Today’s guest, Molly Benjamin, best-selling author of ‘Girls Just…

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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…

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EP 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…

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Ep 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…

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Ep 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,…

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EP 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…

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Ep 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…

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Ep 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…

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