Ep 87: Asserting Yourself & The Gift Of Asking

Does the thought of articulating your needs and desires make you uncomfortable? It’s probably no surprise to hear that humans, particularly women, have a challenging time speaking up for what they want and need. In this thoughtful conversation, Meg speaks with Kemi Nekvapil, author of ‘The Gift of Asking: A Women’s guide to owning her…

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Ep 86: Wellbeing at Work & Our Collective Responsibility

How can schools promote overall wellbeing for their staff while ensuring staff take proactive measures to prioritise their wellbeing? Join Meg Durham and returning expert guest Daniela Falecki, Founding Director of Teacher Wellbeing, as they explore the importance of staff wellbeing in schools and the significant impact it can have on culture, productivity, job satisfaction and student outcomes In…

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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 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 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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Ep 73: Manage Your Energy

Are you a big-hearted and busy educator looking for practical ways to protect and generate your most precious resource – your energy? Join Meg Durham in this solo episode as she explores the traditional approach to energy management and shares tips on how to take ownership of your energy levels to thrive in school life.…

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Ep 69: Thinking Traps

Are you an educator looking for ways to help you and your students break free from unhelpful thinking patterns? In this episode of The School of Wellbeing, I chat with Ben Scholl and David Berlinski co-founders of Toolbox Education to discuss the concept of “thinking traps” and how they can impact our lives. Ben and…

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