The Resilience Doughnut - ‘Combining Strengths To Thrive’

12/08/2026

Belinda and Neil were thrilled to attend the annual School Leaders Breakfast Expo early this morning at Macquarie Hospital, with over 80 staff, in a range of positions, from a variety of schools, across the local Northern Sydney area.

We were lucky to connect with a lot of staff schools around the themes of resilience and research, with an opportunity to promote our services and continue to learn about the needs of staff in schools, when it comes to building the resilience of students, and schools as a whole.

Thank You to the School Link Team for having us again and we are already looking forward to being a part of the experience next year again, it is such a need to keep connected with schools for Health and Education to keep working together always.

09/08/2026

COMING SOON - Tatiana Bedikian - Dietician - Tuesdays @ The Resilience Centre

We are excited to be soon welcoming a Dietician to our team of practitioners, a wonderful compliment to all the work of our Psychologists, Counsellors and Coaches.

Tatiana is an experienced Accredited Practising Dietitian who has a strong passion for transforming client’s lives with balanced and sustainable eating practises.

With her individualised approached, Tatiana prioritises each client’s unique needs by offering practical solutions, empowering knowledge and instilling confidence in optimising health.

Tatiana’s mission is to guide one to a healthier mindset, positive relationship with food and pave the way for a more balanced and joyful life. Welcome Tatiana!

NOW BOOKING: https://www.theresiliencecentre.com.au/dietitian/

05/08/2026

What if the secret to raising happy, resilient kids fit inside a picture book about a boy who wishes he were a cat? Or a bird? Or pretty much anything but himself?

That is at the heart of ‘I’m Glad I’m Me’, the new children’s book from author James Nicholson — and the subject of our latest conversation in The Resilience Centre Podcast.

Host Leigh Hatcher sits down with James and clinical psychologist and resilience expert Lyn Worsley to unpack a story that sounds simple but lands hard: a little boy tries on one animal after another, chasing the feeling that someone else’s life must be better, until he finally discovers he’s glad to just be himself. It’s a message for kids, sure.

But in an age where social media is engineered to make everyone else look cooler, happier and more perfect than we feel, none of us are immune to the comparison trap. This one is for the grown-ups too:

What if the secret to raising happy, resilient kids fit inside a picture book about a boy who wishes he were a cat? Or a bird? Or pretty much anything but himself? That is at the heart of 'I'm Glad I'm Me', the new children's book from author James Nicholson — and the subject of our latest convers...

03/08/2026

Episode #17 - Positive Aging with Professor Chris Poulos - Listen Today!

🎙️ Episode 17 is out now! What does it really mean to age well?

In this episode, Leigh and Jackie are joined by Specialist Rehabilitation Physician and Positive Ageing Researcher Professor Chris Poulos to explore practical ways to age with strength, purpose and wellbeing. Together, they also discuss the important role grandparents play in modelling resilience and fostering meaningful intergenerational connections.

🎧 Listen Today:

Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2xxIJO8kcuYc7fuMS7vj4z?si=b40261027a15484c

Apple Podcasts:
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-modern-grandparenting-podcast/id1822914570?i=1000779331628

Website:
www.moderngrandparenting.com.au/



Proudly sponsored by The Resilience Centre

01/08/2026

COMING SOON - Grant Duthie – Registered Psychologist and Clinical Psychology Registrar - Remotely Online

The Resilience Centre is delighted to be soon welcoming Grant Duthie to our ever growing team of practitioners. Based in the heart of Armidale, Grant is going to be available for remote online sessions via telehealth for our clients.

Grant is dedicated to fostering healing and flourishing in people and with a particular interest in men’s resilience, health and wellbeing, this led him to pursue clinical psychology, as well as currently completing a PhD in men’s mental health promotion.

Grant takes an understanding, yet results-focused approach, grounded in clinical best practice and built around collaboration and each person’s existing strengths, working towards the values and goals that matter most to them.

We are soon going to be booking sessions for Grant, watch this space for details. Welcome Grant!

27/07/2026

Don't miss their next episode about all things 'aging positively' - five more days to go!

* Episode #17 - Launching SOON *

Sooo ... what does it really mean to age well?

In our next TMGP espisode, we have a unique episode with Leigh and Jackie welcoming Specialist Rehabilitation Physician and Positive Ageing Researcher Professor - Chris Poulos.

Together, they explore how we can all take practical steps towards healthier, more fulfilling ageing as we journey into the inevitability of getting older.

Chris shares why positive ageing isn't about pretending we're getting younger—it's about building strength, purpose and wellbeing, even when life brings illness, injury or change.

And best of all, we also discuss the role grandparents play in modelling resilience, staying engaged, and creating meaningful connections across generations, whilst positively aging.

Coming to Spotify and Apple Podcast - Saturday 1st August - SAVE THE DATE!

The Modern Grandparenting Podcast is proudly sponsored by The Resilience Centre

22/07/2026

* Raising Resilient Children - Online ON DEMAND Parenting Course *

Our course for parents is now available online to complete in your own time, online.

Start at your own convenience. Work at your own pace.

Online Parenting Course – 4 Weeks Equivalent

- Do you want a confident and connected kid?
- Do you want to develop a stronger and more rounded child?
- Do you want your child to contribute to the world in a positive way?

This is an individual online course, with the chance to receive feedback from your trainer to build resilience in your kids.

Enquire Today:
https://www.theresiliencedoughnut.com.au/product/online-parenting-course-raising-resilient-children/

21/07/2026

* Raising Resilient Kids *

When we talk about resilience here at The Resilience Centre, the research of Dr Lyn Worsley highlights that resilience is process of developing competence, while navigating and negotiating with resources during experiences of adversity.

When we try to remove adversity from the lives of children and to protect them from challenges of life that are inevitable, we miss opportunities to teach them "resilience, perseverance, self-control, emotional regulation and problem-solving".

This is equally important during experiences of play and sports, as well as competition, and we see evidence of this during the FIFA World Cup, not just in the highs of the win's, but in the challenges of the mistakes, as well as losses. Read little more:

https://www.cqu.edu.au/news/1293825/what-the-world-cup-can-teach-us-about-raising-resilient-kids

As millions of fans watch the world's best footballers battle it out in the FIFA World Cup, a CQUniversity educational neuroscience expert says the drive to compete doesn't begin in elite sport – it begins in childhood.

18/07/2026

* STARTING THIS WEDNESDAY: Bright Thinking - Anxiety Group Program - Children & Adolescents *

What skills does your child gain?

- How to manage their anxiety and emotions
- How to challenge their negative thinking traps
- How to identify their strengths
- How to build their resilience

FINAL REGISTRATIONS:

Primary School Children (10-12 Years Old):
https://www.theresiliencecentre.com.au/bright-thinking-group-program-children/

High School Adolescents (12-14 Years Old:
https://www.theresiliencecentre.com.au/bright-thinking-group-program-adolescents/

15/07/2026

* Introducing Sam McKenzie - New Clinical Masters Student Placement - The Resilience Centre *

We are delighted to welcome Sam McKenzie to The Resilience Centre for his final student placement, completing his Master of Clinical Psychology - his 6th year of study in Psychology!

With a background in Youth Work, the NSW Department of Communities and Justice, and NDIS Mental Health Support Work, Sam brings a wealth of experience to us.

Sam is now taking new clients - children, adolescents, and adults (including parents), with reduced session prices, under the Clinical Supervision of Dr Lyn Worsley.

For all enquiries about Sam, please contact The Resilience Centre directly:

[email protected]