The School of Wellbeing with Meg Durham

"So often we jump in with advice when they just want us to listen." Maggie Dent If you are a parent, teacher or coach of young girls or teenage girls, this episode will arm you with the knowledge to help you positively navigate raising girls. In this episode the 'Queen of Common Sense', Maggie Dent will break down some of the biology and neurochemistry behind the complex mind of females. You'll learn practical ways to understand girlhood and how you can help them the girls in your life develop the resilience they need to regulate their feelings, feel confident and be the best version of themselves. Episode 40 Shownotes  - https://openmindeducation.com/episode40 Thought of The Week - https://openmindeducation.com/thought-weekly/  Booking Requests - https://openmindeducation.com/booking-request/  The School of Wellbeing is one of the best health and wellbeing podcasts for teachers and educators!

"If you want a child to do well, your first job is to make sure the primary caregiver is doing well." Dr Suniya Luthar Learn about the importance of caring for yourself to be the best parent, teacher and caregiver you can be. In this heartfelt conversation, Dr Suniya Luthar shares her research focusing on the effects of high-pressure settings on caregivers and those they care for. You'll be surprised by interesting discoveries in Dr Suniya's research and the importance of supporting people in caregiving roles for better mental health and wellbeing. Episode 39 Shownotes  https://openmindeducation.com/episode39 The School of Wellbeing is one of the best health and wellbeing podcasts for teachers and educators!    

“Healthy aging isn’t something that starts in your 60s or 70s; it’s a lifelong process.” Dr Gordon Spence Physical movement is innate in all of us. But as we age, other life activities tend to take its place. In this uplifting conversation with psychologist and author Dr Gordon Spence, you’ll hear about the benefits of physical activity for sustainable performance and healthy aging. Even if you currently put exercise in the "too hard" basket due to life’s demands, this conversation will inspire you to discover physical fitness that is right for you. Episode 38 Shownotes  https://openmindeducation.com/episode38 The School of Wellbeing is one of the best health and wellbeing podcasts for teachers and educators!

“Excuses are a very healthy and predictable part of the human experience.” Meg Durham Excuses are more powerful than you may think. They are hardwired in our brains to help us stay “safe” by keeping us in the same routine day in and day out. As Meg Durham articulates concisely in this episode under 15 minutes, the issue with the brain’s logic is that it does not care what the behaviour is, only that it is predictable behaviour. So even if your routine isn’t healthy for you, your excuses will pop up every time your wiser self knows it’s time to change. From this episode, you’ll learn that your awareness of the excuses will allow you to move past them to pursue a life of better wellbeing. Episode 37 Shownotes  https://openmindeducation.com/episode37 The School of Wellbeing is one of the best health and wellbeing podcasts for teachers and educators!

"When parents die, you lose a bit of your past. But when your child dies, you lose your entire future." Danny Mayson-Kinder When you experience the death of a loved one, grief can be all-consuming. In this heartfelt conversation, Danny Maysoon-Kinder shines a light on the intricacies of grief and the emotional anguish surrounding the death of a child. You’ll learn what Danny did to find purpose in the wake of her daughter’s tragic accident, giving voice to her daughter’s kindness, empathy and compassion through the fkyhighbillie charity and the annual 'b kinder day'. Episode 36 Shownotes  https://openmindeducation.com/episode36 The School of Wellbeing is one of the best health and wellbeing podcasts for teachers and educators!

“With a bit of knowledge and expertise, we can support our young people to manage digital dilemmas effectively." Yasmin London There is a lot to consider from cyberbullying, cyber ostracism, pornography, online predators, and even nomophobia (smartphone addiction) with young people and their tech devices today. In this episode, Meg Durham chats with Executive Director of @ySafe and all round powerhouse Yasmin London about the ways we can support our young children to thrive online. This episode is a must-listen for any educators, parents or teachers who struggle to know how to manage their children's online activity.  Episode 35 Shownotes  https://openmindeducation.com/episode35 The School of Wellbeing is one of the best health and wellbeing podcasts for teachers and educators!

"Some of the most extraordinary people I’ve met do ordinary things with an extraordinary perspective." Zach Mercurio Ph.D. If you are curious to understand your authentic purpose, then this episode is for you. Even if you feel too busy in your life to consider your bigger purpose, this conversation will allow you the time and space to stop and reflect. Through mindfulness, discover the ‘why’ behind your actions and the ‘what now’ that will reveal your true purpose. Zach’s insights will help you create meaningful connections with your community, live with compassion, and make a lasting contribution for better wellbeing and success. Episode 34 Shownotes https://openmindeducation.com/episode34

“Let’s build a healthy person, and then let’s build a high performing person, because ultimately, you’re not going to perform well if you’re not healthy.” Dr Emily Meehan If you're feeling a bit sluggish, find yourself 'emotional eating', experiencing brain fog, having issues with gut health, or getting sick frequently, it could be how you're eating. In this episode, Dr Emily Meehan shares a wealth of practical information that will help you understand nutrition and find a balance that's right for you. You'll learn how you can identify habits and patterns and then make small, sustainable changes for long-term improvement to your immunity, health and performance. Episode 33 Shownotes https://openmindeducation.com/episode33/

“On average there will be seven serious incidents of abuse before someone will recognise that they are in a difficult relationship." Dannielle Miller What is a respectful relationship, and how do you know if you (or your children/students) are in one? In this episode, CEO of Enlighten Education Dannielle Miller explores the power of education and the obvious and subtle ways abuse can manifest in relationships. So get ready to feel empowered to make a difference and speak up where it's needed most. *Please know that help is available and you can contact 18000RESPECT (1800 737 732) for support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Episode 32 Shownotes - https://openmindeducation.com/episode32/

"Genes are so powerful because they come into the world ready to interact and adjust to the environmental demands" Dr Jared Cooney Horvath If you're anything like the rest of us, you might find yourself intimidated by the topic of epigenetics. However, you don't need to be a scientist to get a lot from this episode. Dr Jared has a unique way of translating scientific research into easily digestible lessons that make sense. Don't be surprised if you learn something new about yourself simply by listening to this fascinating conversation. You'll also discover how adaptable genes are and walk away with a firm understanding of what actionable changes you can take today to feel better and live well. Episode 31 Shownotes   CONNECT Dr Jared Cooney Horvath - YouTube | LinkedIn Meg Durham - Instagram | LinkedIn | Facebook | Bookings   LINKS Free Energy Masterclass - Register Now Energy By Design - Learn More | Enrol Now  Thought of The Week - Subscribe Now