Welcome to the Thrive Podcast Series, Monash Health's bespoke employee mental health and wellbeing program, created for our people, by our people.

Hosted by PukaUp Founder Wayne Schwass, this series explores themes such as the unique challenges of working in healthcare, normalising mental health conversations, encouraging moments of rest and reflection, and creating safe spaces to empower our people to speak up.

In this episode of the Monash Health Thrive podcast, Wayne talks with Jane Booth, Deputy Director of Pharmacy - Workforce and Wellbeing to discuss the power of self-awareness and how it supports resilience, leadership and mental health.

Jane shares her journey through exhaustion and recovery, her lessons, and how self-awareness has become vital to leading and caring for herself and her team. This is a relatable and encouraging conversation for anyone navigating the complexities of working in healthcare.

Welcome to the Thrive Podcast Series, Monash Health's bespoke employee mental health and wellbeing program, created for our people, by our people.
Hosted by PukaUp Founder Wayne Schwass, this series explores themes such as the unique challenges of working in healthcare, normalising mental health conversations, encouraging moments of rest and reflection, and creating safe spaces to empower our people to speak up.
In this episode of the Monash Health Thrive podcast, Wayne talks with Jane Booth, Deputy Director of Pharmacy - Workforce and Wellbeing to discuss the power of self-awareness and how it supports resilience, leadership and mental health.
Jane shares her journey through exhaustion and recovery, her lessons, and how self-awareness has become vital to leading and caring for herself and her team. This is a relatable and encouraging conversation for anyone navigating the complexities of working in healthcare.

"Thrive" is Monash Health’s Employee Mental Health and Wellbeing Program, created for our people, by our people. At its core, "Thrive" acknowledges the unique challenges of working in healthcare and emphasises the importance of prioritising mental health and wellbeing.

This podcast series, hosted by Wayne Schwass—Founder of PukaUp and passionate mental health advocate—delves into the program's key pillars: validating the complexities and emotional demands of working in healthcare, normalising open conversations about mental health, encouraging moments for rest, reflection, and regeneration, and fostering safe, supportive environments where people feel empowered to speak up.

Each episode features storytelling and shared experiences from a cross-section of Monash Health employees, highlighting their personal and professional experiences, challenges, and strategies for prioritising mental health and well-being. We hope these meaningful conversations provide practical insights and support for listeners.

Whether you’re seeking guidance, inspiration, or a sense of connection, this series encourages us that it’s okay not to be okay and that help and support are always available. Thrive celebrates the courage, resilience, and humanity of our incredible Monash Health people.

"Thrive" is Monash Health&rsquo;s Employee Mental Health and Wellbeing Program, created for our people, by our people. At its core, "Thrive" acknowledges the unique challenges of working in healthcare and emphasises the importance of prioritising mental health and wellbeing.
This podcast series, hosted by Wayne Schwass&mdash;Founder of PukaUp and passionate mental health advocate&mdash;delves into the program's key pillars: validating the complexities and emotional demands of working in healthcare, normalising open conversations about mental health, encouraging moments for rest, reflection, and regeneration, and fostering safe, supportive environments where people feel empowered to speak up.
Each episode features storytelling and shared experiences from a cross-section of Monash Health employees, highlighting their personal and professional experiences, challenges, and strategies for prioritising mental health and well-being. We hope these meaningful conversations provide practical insights and support for listeners.
Whether you&rsquo;re seeking guidance, inspiration, or a sense of connection, this series encourages us that it&rsquo;s okay not to be okay and that help and support are always available. Thrive celebrates the courage, resilience, and humanity of our incredible Monash Health people.