The School of Wellbeing with Meg Durham

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Prof Dawn Adams: Autism Insights & The Invisible Demands Of School Life | Episode 171

August 10, 2026

"I wish that educators knew how hard autistic students are working to be in your classroom." - Professor Dawn AdamsWhat does every educator need to know about autism?Every day, autistic students navigate a world that often asks them to process more, adapt more and work harder than those around them realise. Yet much of this effort remains invisible. The more we understand their experience, the better equipped we are to create classrooms where every student feels understood, supported ...

Sue Chandler: Understanding Behaviour to Deepen Connection | Episode 170

July 27, 2026

"Perhaps one of the most powerful shifts we can make is moving from judgement to curiosity." Sue ChandlerWhat if the way we interpret behaviour matters more than the behaviour itself?Every day in schools, educators navigate challenging conversations with students, colleagues and families. When emotions are running high, it's easy to make assumptions, become defensive or jump straight into problem solving. But what if there was another way?In this episode, Meg Durham sits down with...

Dr Simon Breakspear: The Pruning Principle & Strategic Subtraction | Episode 169

July 13, 2026

"I care, I'm incredibly capable, so I strategically subtract." Simon BreakspearWhat if greater impact starts with less, not more?School staff are constantly being asked to do more. More initiatives. More meetings. More programs. More expectations. Yet many big-hearted educators are already working well beyond their capacity.In this episode, Meg Durham sits down with educator, researcher, leadership advisor and author Dr Simon Breakspear to explore The Pruning Principle and why doi...