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Are You Doing Too Much? With Terri Cole, Adrienne Hornby and Melinda Phillips | Best of 2024
“Not wanting to do something is a perfectly legitimate reason for not doing it." - Terri Cole
In the 2nd episode of the "Best Of 2024” series, join host Meg Durham, a wellbeing educator and teacher wellbeing specialist, as she shares some of the best, most insightful moments from experts featured on The School of Wellbeing in 2024.
If you often find yourself shouldering the weight of others' needs at the expense of your wellbeing, this special episode is perfect for you. Featuring insightful conversations with Terri Cole, Adrienne Hornby, and Melinda Phillips, this episode explores the critical issue of high-functioning codependency and the importance of setting boundaries.
Learn how to set better boundaries, prioritise your wellbeing, and understand that self-care is not selfish but essential. By sharing personal journeys from burnout to balance, the episode offers practical advice on managing energy, setting healthy boundaries, and maintaining a balanced life, ultimately enhancing leadership and overall wellbeing.
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Listen To The Full Conversations:
Terri Cole: High-Functioning Codependency & People Pleasing | Episode 133
Adrienne Hornby: Functional Freeze & Why You Feel Wired And Tired | Episode 125
Melinda Phillips: Release the Pressure & Reclaim The Joy Of Teaching | Episode 117
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** The School of Wellbeing is one of Australia's best health and wellbeing podcasts for teachers, educators and school leaders! **
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Set Yourself Up For Success With Lisa O'Neil, Sarah Rusbatch and Dr Adam Faser | Best of 2024
"These are the snippets that made you stop, nod your head, laugh out loud, or even think, ‘Wow, I needed to hear that today.’” - Meg Durham
In this special 1st episode of the "Best Of 2024” series, join host Meg Durham, a wellbeing educator and teacher wellbeing specialist, as she shares some of the best, most insightful moments from experts featured on The School of Wellbeing in 2024.
Re-visit AND discover practical strategies to boost your energy, reduce stress, and improve your work-life balance. From mastering your energy levels with Lisa O’Neil, breaking free from alcohol with Sarah Rusbatch, to creating a third space for better wellbeing with Dr Adam Fraser, these snippets from previous episodes offer a wealth of wisdom to help you prioritise your wellbeing and create a more fulfilling career.
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Listen To The Full Conversations:
Lisa O'Neill: Energy Masterclass & How To Get It, Guard It, Give It | Episode 128
Sarah Rusbatch: Beyond Booze & Grey Area Drinking | Episode 119
Dr Adam Fraser: The Third Space & Giving Yourself Time To Reflect, Rest and Reset | Episode 113
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Meg Durham - Website | LinkedIn | Instagram
Weekly Newsletter - Subscribe here
Speaker Request - Complete the booking form to start the conversation.
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** The School of Wellbeing is one of Australia's best health and wellbeing podcasts for teachers, educators and school leaders! **
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Dr Michelle McQuaid: Good Girl Evoultoin & Becoming Uniquely You | Episode 137
“We know our brains are wired to try to avoid pain and to keep us safe" Dr Michelle McQuaid
Are you ready to live your life on your terms?
In this episode, Dr Michelle McQuaid, an award-winning researcher and playful change activator, reflects on how we can dismantle societal expectations to embrace self-trust and authenticity.
Drawing from personal experiences and extensive research, Michelle explores the transformative power of healing past wounds, parenting with empathy, and cultivating authentic dialogue in the workplace. By challenging traditional notions of what it means to be a 'good girl,' she provides a refreshing perspective on fostering confidence and skills to become unique to you.
Listen now to discover practical ways to move beyond your 'good girl' beliefs and live life on your terms.
Episode 137 Shownotes - Click here.
Dr Michelle McQuiad - Website | LinkedIn | The 'Good Girl' Game Changers
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Listen Next: Ben Crowe: Finding Your Mojo | Episode 100
Then: Dr Nicole LePera: Holistic Psychology & How To Meet Your Authentic Self | Episode 70
Then: Kemi Nekvapil: Asserting Yourself & The Gift Of Asking | Episode 87
Then: Jenny Cole: Backing Yourself & Taking Risks | Episode 130
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Meg Durham - Website | LinkedIn | Instagram
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Speaker Request - Complete the booking form to start the conversation.
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** The School of Wellbeing is one of Australia's best health and wellbeing podcasts for teachers, educators and school leaders! **
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Dr Wanying Zhou with Leoni Boyle: Teacher Wellbeing Framework & Key Considerations To Enhance Teacher Wellbeing | Episode 136
“Support within the workplace has been shown across different job settings as being important, but particularly within a school.” Leoni Boyle, University of Oxford - Wellbeing Research Centre
Are you ready to take teacher wellbeing to the next level?
In this episode, Dr Wanying Zhou and Leoni Boyle, researchers from the Wellbeing Research Centre at the University of Oxford, discuss their foundational literature review produced in collaboration with the International Baccalaureate: “Wellbeing For School Teachers”.
You’ll learn about the latest research into teacher wellbeing and its importance for teachers themselves, students and the school community.
Episode 136 Shownotes - Click here.
Wellbeing for School Teachers Report - Website
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Listen Next: Dr Rebecca Collie Combined Effort & The Power of Switching Off | Episode 132
Then: Dr Paul Kidson: Collective Action & Focusing On What We Can Do | Episode 129
Then: Mariel Lombard: Compassion Fatigue & Sharing The Emotional Load | Episode 105
Then: Melinda Phillips: Release the Pressure & Reclaim The Joy Of Teaching| Episode 117
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Meg Durham - Website | LinkedIn | Instagram
Weekly Newsletter - Subscribe here
Speaker Request - Complete the booking form to start the conversation.
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** The School of Wellbeing is one of Australia's best health and wellbeing podcasts for teachers, educators and school leaders! **
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Anna Partridge: Thinking Clearly & Moving From Reacting To Responding | Episode 135
“It's important to come with that clarity of mind; to be able to make decisions in the moment.” - Anna Partridge
What’s the secret to thinking clearly under pressure?
In this episode, Anna Partridge, highly accomplished teacher and award-winning Head of Wellbeing at Westminster School in Adelaide, shares her profound insights into the role of thinking clearly when it comes to wellbeing in schools.
You’ll learn how to identify areas in your life like sleep, relationships, and emotional health that need attention so that you can learn how to restore balance.
Anna discusses how emotional intelligence can help build trust with students, parents, and colleagues, especially during stressful moments.
Listen now and reflect on how learning to think clearly under pressure will help you thrive in your personal and professional life.
Episode 135 Shownotes - Click here.
Anna Partridge - LinkedIn
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Listen Next: Kylie Power: Staff Wellbeing & Why The Little Things Matter | Episode 124
Then: Monique Carter: Thriving Together & Building Resilient School Communities | Episode 131
Then: Dr Briony Scott: The Invisible (Work)Load Of Educators | Episode 78
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Meg Durham - Website | LinkedIn | Instagram
Weekly Newsletter - Subscribe here
Speaker Request - Complete the booking form to start the conversation.
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** The School of Wellbeing is one of Australia's best health and wellbeing podcasts for teachers, educators and school leaders! **
This podcast is for teachers and school leaders who are ready to move beyond survival and thrive by design. Join wellbeing speaker and teacher wellbeing specialist Meg Durham for real and heartfelt conversations with experienced educators and wellbeing thought leaders. Discover practical ways to navigate the relentless demands of school life and move forward with more courage, compassion and confidence.
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