About

Positive psychology and contemplative practices inform this interactive session where we highlight what wellbeing and self-care is for you studying a Masters by Research or PhD. We dig deeper into a toolbox for self-care that can support you, us and we. This workshop will utilise breakout rooms for further engagement throughout the workshop to maximise the formation of a community of practice, peer support and unpacking various concepts in relation to self-care and wellbeing.

What you will learn

• What self-care is
• How to feel empowered by your decisions
• The toolbox theory of self-care
• How the PERMAH framework can support you
• Self-compassion
• Positive emotions
• Micro-moment strategies to help you when under pressure

Facilitator: Professor Narelle Lemon is a Vice Chancellor’s Professorial Research Fellow and Professor of Education in the School of Education at ECU. An educator, researcher and positive psychology coach with over 30 years’ experience in educational contexts across early years, K-12, higher education, museums, arts and cultural settings, and community. She is passionate about self-care and wellbeing, especially translating the science and evidence-based research into practice for the everyday. Narelle’s tweet's and gram as @rellypops, blog as Wellbeing Whisperer via www.exploreandcreateco.com  and can be found on Apple and Spotify with various podcasts including Teachers Supporting Teachers and the Whisper Collective Podcast.

Let's talk wellbeing and self-care: Small practical proactive actions workshop is an in-person workshop. If you would like to join but work remotely, please contact researcher.development@ecu.edu.au.

Date

Friday 24 April 2026 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (UTC+08)

Location

ECU Joondalup Campus
Building 34 Room 545/546, 270 Joondalup Drive, Joondalup WA 6027

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