What would make a family pack up their lives and move 1,800km for a school?That’s exactly what we did after stumbling across Living School while road-tripping around Australia.

So this week I’m chatting with someone at the heart of what makes that place so special—Emma Wilson, my daughter’s teacher and the award-winning Head of Middle School.

Emma’s not just a phenomenal educator—she’s a national teaching award winner, a Children’s Champion, and has even caught the attention of UN delegates. But what sets her apart isn’t just the accolades—it’s the way she sees kids. And learning. And life.

Living School isn’t big on self-promotion, so I wanted to lift the lid and share a little of what’s happening behind the scenes—and why bringing the kids to Living School has been one of the best decisions we’ve made for our family.

This one’s full of insight, heart, and hope. Enjoy the chat with the quietly brilliant Emma Wilson.

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Rich

Why become a better storyteller?…

…Because it’s how we’re wired to learn and connect.

In this Dad Mindset Moment, Matthew Dicks introduces a deceptively simple practice to improve your storytelling ability: Homework for Life. The idea? Spend just a few minutes each day capturing a meaningful moment — a “first,” a “last,” or even an everyday experience that made you see the world a bit differently.

This habit not only makes you a stronger storyteller, it makes you more present, more reflective, and better able to connect with your children through the power of shared narratives.

Matthew shares personal anecdotes and practical tips for building this practice into your life. The result? A deeper understanding of your own journey—and a richer bond with your kids.

Storytelling isn’t just entertainment. It’s a parenting superpower.

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Rich

If you enjoyed this moment, check out the full interview with Matthew here and a more recent one discussing storytelling for business here.

Find out more about Matthew and his book, Storyworthy, it’s a corker!

If you’d prefer those episode links on Spotify:

The Power of Good Storytelling

Life Treats You Better When You Change Your Perspective

Sam Jockel is a social entrepreneur, author, and passionate advocate for emotional resilience, drawing on her experiences founding parent-focused communities like ParentTV and School Mum.

In this deeply moving conversation, Sam and I dive into something every parent feels but few of us talk about openly — the emotional weight we carry into parenthood.

We explore how our own childhood experiences, especially the hard and often hidden parts, shape the way we show up for our kids today. Sam opens up about her personal journey through trauma, healing, and self-discovery, and how that process has completely transformed the way she parents.

This isn’t a chat about quick parenting hacks. It’s about long-game thinking. It’s about showing up, even when it’s hard. And it’s about building the kind of emotional resilience that helps our children thrive — not by being perfect, but by being present.

If you enjoy this episode, you have to watch SEEN, the film that Sam has recently launched. It’s beautifully filmed and a poignant reminder that healing ourselves is possibly one of the greatest gifts we can give our children.

Big Hug

Rich

Here are some useful links from the episode:

SEEN The Film

School Mum

ParentTV