S1E4 - Lael Stone: Leadership in Parenting and Education
Are we unconsciously perpetuating cycles from our own upbringing that limit our ability to connect with and nurture the children in our lives?How can reimagining our relationship with emotions and mistakes transform not only our families but also our communities and future leaders?In this transformative episode of Leading the Early Years for the Future, host Amie Fabry sits down with Lael Stone, a speaker, educator, and author with a profound mission: to reshape how we connect with ourselves and our children. From her groundbreaking work founding the Woodline Primary School to her advocacy for emotional awareness in parenting, Lael shares her journey of courage, creativity, and commitment to change.Lael Stone is an educator, TEDx speaker, author, mother, and parenting counsellor who has worked with families for over 20 years. Her experience spans roles as a birth educator, post-natal trauma counsellor, and parenting educator, consulting with thousands of families from newborns to teenagers. She dedicated over five years in secondary schools, focusing on teens’ sexuality, well-being, and relationships, aiming to empower parents to build stronger connections with their children.As the creator of Woodline Primary School, an innovative institution centered on emotional well-being and connection, Lael has significantly contributed to education. She co-hosted The Aware Parenting Podcast and is a sought-after public speaker, sharing her passion for fostering wellness in adults through connection and communication. Additionally, she serves on advisory boards and consults with organizations on emotional awareness and trauma-informed practices. In collaboration with The Resilience Project, she delivers presentations across Australia on raising resilient children.Lael’s first book, Raising Resilient and Compassionate Children, debuted on multiple best-seller lists. Her work has expanded into the corporate sector, addressing the impacts of imprints and trauma on relationships and personal potential. Her second book, focusing on healing past experiences to thrive in the future, is scheduled for release in May 2025.For more information about her work, visit: • laelstone.com.au • Facebook: @laelstone • Instagram: @laelstone • Woodline Primary School: woodlineprimary.com.au • About Birth: aboutbirth.com.auAdditional resources: • The Aware Parenting Podcast – over 2 million downloads • TEDx Talk: “How to Raise Emotionally Intelligent Children” – over 3 million viewsThis episode isn’t just for educators or parents—it’s a call to action for anyone seeking to lead with empathy, embrace challenges, and build a more connected world.