Posts Tagged ‘trauma’
Ep 110: Breaking Cycles & How To Be The Love You Seek
Ready to transform your classroom into a safe place for learning and emotional wellbeing? In this eye-opening podcast episode, Meg Durham speaks with Dr Nicole Le Pera, The Holistic Psychologist, about how to create a nurturing learning environment in the classroom through the power of relationships. Imagine understanding the subtle cues of your students, effortlessly…
Read MoreEp 109: Me, We and Us & The Link Between Wellbeing and Resilience
Embark on a journey into the heart of workplace wellbeing with guest Aaron Jarden, Associate Professor at the Centre for Wellbeing Science at Melbourne University. This enlightening episode promises to reshape your approach to professional fulfilment and wholebeing. Aaron’s insights dive into the intricacies of fostering a culture of wellbeing at work. His ‘me-we-us’ model…
Read MoreEp 108: Things That Matter & The Emotional Lives of Teachers
Get ready to be deeply moved. In this eye-opening episode, Meg has a heartfelt conversation with Gabbie Stroud, the author of The Things That Matter Most, a heartfelt book that vividly portrays the emotional lives of teachers. Gabbie’s narrative transcends the ordinary, offering a rare glimpse into the very soul of education. Through the raw,…
Read MoreEp 107: Coping Mechanisms & Codependent Behaviour
How can educators cultivate healthy coping mechanisms? In this eye-opening episode, Dr Sarah Woodhouse, research psychologist and trauma expert, unravels the intricate layers of coping mechanisms and self-care for educators. Sarah dissects the roots of codependency, unveiling its origins in childhood and its manifestation in adulthood. Get a unique perspective on healthy coping mechanisms, emphasising…
Read MoreEp 106: Holding Space & Feeling Our Feelings
Discover the transformative impact of holding space as Marie Vakakis, a highly skilled Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, Family Therapist and Educator dispels myths and shares practical insights to help you uncover the keys to genuine relationships, emotional intelligence, and personal growth. In this enlightening podcast episode, Marie shares invaluable insights on the transformative power of…
Read MoreEP 105: Compassion Fatigue & Sharing The Emotional Load
In this heartfelt conversation, educator and researcher Mariel Lombard, PhD candidate at Western Sydney University joins Meg Durham to share a profoundly personal journey that every educator can relate to. With unwavering honesty, Mariel reveals her own battles with compassion fatigue and PTSD, drawing a raw and authentic connection between her experiences and the widespread…
Read MoreEp 104: Tolerating Discomfort & Embracing Challenges
Ready to explore the surprising impact of student behaviour on teacher wellbeing and discover powerful insights for creating a more resilient and thriving classroom environment? In this insightful episode, Meg Durham invites Andrew Fuller, a clinical psychologist, to join her in a discussion about the challenges teachers face, particularly in the wake of pandemic-related disruptions.…
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 42: Child Psychiatry
Learn about children’s behavioural issues to be the best educator, parent and carer you can be. As a Child, Adolescent and Family Psychiatrist, Dr Chris Wever helps children, schools, parents, and educators overcome behavioural issues early on. Leave this heartfelt conversation feeling empowered to recognise signs in young children today for a better tomorrow. So…
Read MoreEp 32: When Love Hurts
What is a respectful relationship, and how do you know if you (or your children) are in one? In this conversation, CEO of Enlighten Education Dannielle Miller shares the importance of healthy relationships and the consequences of domestic abuse. So get ready to feel empowered to make a difference and speak up where it’s needed…
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