How Wellbeing “Priests” Are Changing Lives (Flourishing Podcast #04 Prof. Lindsay Oades)

In this episode of the Flourishing Podcast, host Victor Counted engages with Lindsay Oades, a pioneer in well-being science and Professor of Well-being Science at the University of Melbourne, Australia. They explore the core principles of well-being science, its transdisciplinary nature, and the distinctions between well-being, flourishing, and thriving. Oades shares his personal journey into the field, discussing the importance of approaching education from the lens of well-being and the role of coaching in helping individuals thrive using his thriveability theory. The conversation taps into the complexities of defining well-being and the interplay between individual experiences and environmental factors. In this conversation, Lindsay Oades discusses the significance of coaching in promoting well-being, emphasizing the importance of strength-based conversations that do not solely focus on symptom reduction. He explores the role of well-being coaching, the need for accreditation, and the essence of coaching relationships. Oades also highlights the rise of coaching in a secular society, the Collaborative Recovery Model, and the importance of identifying individual strengths in coaching sessions. The discussion concludes with insights on promoting well-being literacy in society and practical steps for aspiring well-being coaches.
Key Takeaways:
Well-being science is a transdisciplinary field.
Flourishing is a process of realizing one's potential.
Thriving involves taking hold of one's environment.
Coaching can help individuals grow and develop.
The educational approach to well-being is underutilized.
Well-being is often viewed as a contested concept.
Personal experiences shape our understanding of well-being.
Defining recovery in mental health is crucial.
The interaction between internal and external factors is key.
Understanding well-being requires a broad perspective. Coaching facilitates growth-based conversations beyond symptom reduction.
Well-being coaching is essential for supporting mental health.
Accreditation in coaching ensures quality and accountability.
Coaching relationships are collaborative and focused on growth.
The rise of coaching reflects a societal shift towards secular support.
Collaborative Recovery Model emphasizes individual experiences in mental health.
Strengths identification is crucial in coaching for personal development.
Well-being literacy is vital for enhancing communication and support.
Coaching can complement traditional mental health practices.
Aspiring coaches should seek legitimate training and certification opportunities.
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