It is great to feel purposeful (but not overloaded), balanced, well and strong in our working lives. Sometimes however there can be a range of

‘Mattering’ is a concept that is coming of age. Bringing together ideas around belonging, connection, and purpose, mattering can be understood as consisting of feeling valued (and for some researchers, adding value is also a

As we come to the final weeks of the year, people are tired, frustration is creeping in and tempers can be shorter. In my 1:1

In my work, caring for self alongside caring about school related activities comes up regularly. In supporting people to make changes, discussing self-care/recovery as a

School leaders at every level are faced with adversity all too often. Whether critical incidents or adverse weather events, complex families or complicated staff matters,

In preparing for an upcoming school leader wellbeing panel, the host shared the above question with me and my first thought was ‘how long have

It has been a treat to recently complete a six week course with Professor Monica Worline through the US Center for Compassionate Leadership.

Wellbeing is not just the absence of ill-being, but instead a state in which we are feeling good and functioning well.

Burnout occurs from a highly demanding work or life pressure, which can significantly impact your levels of energy, concentration, and joy.

School workplaces need to provide their employees with work environments that are safe and support their mental wellbeing.

Giving can be a constructive, healthy and satisfying way to work, and can be especially worthwhile in Term 4.

An effective way of safeguarding and strengthening wellbeing in the coming term is to consider harnessing the process of habits.