Student Wellbeing News
Getting to know the Wellbeing Staff:- Lisa Trovato
1. How long have you worked at EDSC?
Since 2018.
2. If you could live anywhere, where would it be?
I think it would be somewhere close to the coast, still in Australia.
3. What is your favourite family vacation?
Bali
4. What really makes you angry?
People who lie, dishonesty and bullies.
5. What makes you laugh the most?
A good comedy show or someone that can laugh at themselves
6. What did you want to be when you were small?
A Kinder Teacher.
7. If you could choose to do anything for a day, what would it be?
Live the life of a Millionaire……just for a day.
8. Would you rather ride a bike, ride a horse, or drive a car?
Definitely drive a car, riding a horse freaks me out and bikes although ok, only on flat ground.
9. What would you sing at Karaoke night
I would only sing with a group of people where I can’t really be heard, it would be something pop most likely.
10. What's the most interesting thing you can see out of your office or kitchen window?
My office window; students looking at themselves (their reflection) in the windows
11. On a scale of 1-10 how funny would you say you are?
I think I’m pretty funny but my colleagues and kids would beg to differ.
12. What was your first job?
I taught jazz ballet to kids and adults when I was 16 years old.
13. If you could join any past or current music group which would you want to join?
The Spice Girls!!
14. How many languages do you speak?
Just one, English. Even though my dad is Italian I never learnt to speak it…wish I could speak Italian though.
15. If you had to describe yourself as an animal, which one would it be?
A Lion…I can be feisty …..I love to sleep a lot…..and I like food!
16. What is one thing you will never do again?
Scuba diving….the thought of not being able to come up for air freaked me out.
17. Who knows you the best?
Probably my sister, we are very close and only a couple of years apart.
18. What two radio stations do you listen to in the car the most?
Nova when I am by myself, but Urban Hits digital radio when my son is in the car with me…..he changes the station.
19. If you could hire someone to help you, would it be with cleaning, cooking, or yard work?
Most definitely cleaning! Who wants to waste time cleaning, dusting vacuuming etc…..only to have to do it all again the next week.
20. If you could only eat one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Chicken Parmigiana with hot chips, and salad.
Mind Calm - Guided Meditation and Mindfulness
Explore a range of mindfulness and meditation techniques. Mind Calm will be facilitated by group therapists and is suitable for those who are new to meditation and people who wish to explore or extend their current practice.
- Discover what mind stilling methods work for you.
- Experience mindfulness.
- Learn breathing techniques.
- Practice different types of meditation.
- This event has a series of four sessions.
Booking: To book your tickets, email Andrea De Rauch at Doncare or call on 9856 1500.
Where:
Doncare, Suite 4, Level 1, MC2, 687 Doncaster Road, Doncaster
Cost
$40 for 4 sessions
When:
Monday 03 May 2021, 7.00 pm to 8.00 pm
Monday 10 May 2021, 7.00 pm to 8.00 pm
Monday 17 May 2021, 7.00 pm to 8.00 pm
Monday 24 May 2021, 7.00 pm to 8.00 pm
Click on either of the links below for further information or to book
https://www.manningham.vic.gov.au/mind-calm-guided-meditation-and-mindfulness
For more information visit https://doncare.org.au/news/mind-calm-term-2-2021 website.
Lisa Trovato
Student Wellbeing Coordinator
Wellbeing Staff
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