Join us for an inspiring conversation with Susan, the Secretary of NSW Health, as she opens up about her journey from a nurse in Outback New South Wales to leading a healthcare system with over 180,000 staff and a $35 billion budget. Susan shares her experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic, emphasizing the importance of support and teamwork in challenging times.

Discover Susan's passion for kindness in healthcare, highlighted by her co-founding of the Small Acts of Kindness movement. She recounts a personal story of how a small act of kindness from a nurse during her open-heart surgery at 32 left a lasting impact on her life.

Through her leadership, Susan advocates for a culture where healthcare staff feel valued and supported, believing that kindness within the workplace naturally extends to patient care. Tune in to learn how Susan balances her responsibilities and her commitment to fostering a compassionate healthcare environment.

Join us for a special panel discussion celebrating the launch of The Kind Side. Podcast co-creators, healthcare worker Frances and consumer Stacey, ask consumer Ross, ISLHD Chief Executive Margot, ISLHD A/Director of Nursing & Midwifery Dan, and ISLHD Staff Specialist Emergency Medicine Dr. Bishan why kindness in health is important.

Ross, a long-time patient, shares his experiences of kindness in the NSW Health system and the positive changes he has observed over the years. Margot discusses the vital role of leadership in nurturing a compassionate healthcare environment. Dan offers practical examples of everyday kindness, while Dr. Bishan highlights the impact of teamwork and compassion in high-pressure settings.

Discover why kindness is crucial in healthcare and explore how each of us can contribute to a more empathetic and understanding community. Reflect on your own interactions and consider committing to a small act of kindness that can make a significant difference.

For more information, visit the NSW Health website and check out the Elevating the Human Experience Guide to Action. Remember, kindness is free, and it has the power to transform lives.

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Donna, one of the many Australians who experienced a stroke in 2020. Four years on, Donna opens up about her near-death experience and the journey that followed. She shares her positive mindset and the transition from recovery to discovery, living with a non-traumatic brain injury.

Donna discusses the importance of support groups, the value of connection, and her personal project, "TBI doesn't mean Tea, Biscuits and Infusion," which documents her thoughts and experiences. She reflects on the hidden challenges of living with a brain injury and the misconceptions people often have.

Join us as Donna talks about the kindness she encountered in healthcare, her insights on life after a near-death experience, and her commitment to living fully and positively. This episode is a testament to resilience, the power of community, and the beauty of life’s small moments.