At justteachers, we are committed to fostering a supportive environment for both our educators and our staff. In our pursuit of promoting mental wellbeing, we recently had the pleasure of hosting Owen O’Kane, a psychotherapist, former NHS Mental Health Clinical Lead, and a bestselling author, at our 2023 company day, who guided us through a motivational wellbeing discussion.
Owen’s insights into identifying and understanding our emotions resonated deeply with our team. His expertise provided us with valuable techniques to navigate our feelings, both within the workplace and beyond. As we embark upon the challenges and triumphs that lie ahead, these tools will prove indispensable.
Recognising the profound impact of Owen’s teachings, we believe that sharing his resources with our educators is important. We aim to extend this transformative experience beyond our company walls, ensuring that all members of our educational community can benefit from Owen’s expertise.
Here are some of Owen O’Kane’s resources that we highly recommend exploring:
Books:
- “TEN TIMES HAPPIER: 28-Day Plan” – Owen O’Kane’s bestselling book offering actionable strategies to promote happiness and emotional wellbeing.
- “Ten to Zen: Ten Minutes a Day to a Calmer, Happier You” – A practical guide by Owen, facilitating a calmer mind and happier life through simple, achievable steps.
- “How To Be Your Own Therapist” – Owen reveals the key fundamentals of therapy and how to apply these to your own life, alongside targeted tasks that take just 10 minutes a day.
Videos:
- TEDx Talk: “Bombs, Bullets, Bullying & a Piano” – Owen’s insightful talk about adversities he has faced throughout his life and how a piano became his salvation whilst growing up in a war zone and dealing with bullying. You can watch this resource here.
- Fearne Cotton’s Happy Place Podcast episode feat. Owen O’Kane: “Why Therapy isn’t just Talking“ – In their conversation, Owen joins Fearne to delve into the depth of therapy and the idea that it extends far beyond mere conversation.
Website:
- Owen O’Kane’s Official Website – Dive deeper into Owen’s philosophy, explore additional wellbeing resources, and stay updated on upcoming events (including his newly launched groundbreaking 6-week anxiety workshop). Check out his website here.
You can also follow Owen O’Kane on Facebook, Twitter (X) & Instagram to continue benefiting from his expertise. Engaging with his content can provide daily reminders, tips, and motivation to prioritise mental wellbeing, not just professionally but personally as well.
Remember, your wellbeing matters, and together, we thrive.
