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The OT Lifestyle Movement

The OT Lifestyle Movement

Hosted by The OT Lifestyle Movement

Episodes

133

Latest episode

Mar 2026

Language

EN-AU

About the show

Come take a front row seat on the most inspiring OT conversations that will inject you with unbound confidence and leave you feeling lit up and empowered to take action in your life, work and business. This is for the occupational therapy professionals who dare to think differently, who deeply resonate with a lifestyle approach to therapy and who endeavour to create meaningful change in the lives of others. It’s for the OT’s who are eager to take the roof off their expectations and live up to their own occupational potential.

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March 28, 20261 hr 13 min

133: Starting Your Online OT Business feat. Beki Eakins

In this business-focussed episode of The OT Lifestyle Movement, I sit down with Beki Eakins to talk about what building a thriving online OT business actually looks like – the numbers, the strategy and the mindset behind it all. We discuss: Connect with Beki Eakins: Website: www.bekieakins.com/ Linked In: www.linkedin.com/in/bekieakins/Instagram: www.instagram.com/otyourselftofreedom/Beki Eakins is a business … 133: Starting Your Online OT Business feat. Beki Eakins Read More »

August 17, 202551 min

132: Occupation-Based Practice – Reclaiming The Soul of Occupational Therapy ft Wendy Stav

In this powerful and thought-provoking episode of The OT Lifestyle Movement, I sit down with Dr. Wendy Stav to explore the heart of our profession – occupation. We discuss: Connect with Wendy Stav: Website The Dynamic Model of Occupation-Based Practice

July 29, 202553 min

131: Burn In Mini-Series | #3: The Flame + The 8 Ecosystem Elements Explained

In this episode Michelle Luken and I discuss: 1. Sticks – the personal and occupational factors that fuel or dampen your fire2. Rocks – boundaries; your foundations of safety, regulation and capacity3. Rain + Wind – physical and social environment4. Coal – burnout5. Smoke – signs and signals of burnout6. Ash – end of life … 131: Burn In Mini-Series | #3: The Flame + The 8 Ecosystem Elements Explained Read More »

July 29, 202539 min

130: Burn In Mini-Series | #2: The Origins of The Burn In Model

In this episode, I’m chatting with Michelle Luken, Occupational Therapist and co-creator of The Burn In Model, about how it all began. We discuss: To join us for a 6 week guided journey – to burn in, not out, head to burninnotout.com

July 29, 202541 min

129: Burn In Mini-Series | #1: Our Burnout Stories ft Michelle Luken

In this episode, I’m joined by Michelle Luken – Occupational Therapist, U.S. Army Veteran, and co-creator of The Burn In Model. We dive deep into the personal stories that sparked this model, including: This is where The Burn In Model begins… with story, reflection and the decision to burn in, not out. Learn more about … 129: Burn In Mini-Series | #1: Our Burnout Stories ft Michelle Luken Read More »

May 18, 20251 hr 5 min

128: Who Are We Really? A Critical Look at OT Identity ft Justine Jecker

In this episode, I chat with Justine Jecker – an occupational therapist I instantly fell in love with for her grounded wisdom, her realness, her critical thinking and the way she speaks so deeply to the heart of our profession. This conversation is rich, reflective and full of insight into what it really means to … 128: Who Are We Really? A Critical Look at OT Identity ft Justine Jecker Read More »

April 30, 202519 min

127: The Identity We Weave: Professional Identity, Language & the Future of OT

Have you ever fumbled to explain what you do as an OT?Questioned your place in the profession because the reality feels so far from what you were taught?Shrunk your words just to be understood – and still weren’t?Felt unseen, undervalued or like you care too much in systems that don’t? You’re not alone. Correcting someone … 127: The Identity We Weave: Professional Identity, Language & the Future of OT Read More »

March 30, 20251 hr 7 min

126: The Neuroscience of Emotional Regulation, OT Coaching & Supervision Strategies ft Dr. Áine O’Dea

In this episode we are talking all talking about a wide range of topics that surprisingly have a lot in common! We’re talking about emotional regulation, OT coaching and supervision strategies with the wonderful Dr. Áine O’Dea. We discuss: Connect with Dr. Áine O’Dea:Website LinkedIn Instagram

March 10, 202553 min

125: OTs on the Money: Pathways to Financial Freedom ft Doug Vestal

In this episode we’re exploring how to achieve both time and financial freedom. We dive deep into practical strategies and actionable tips with our guest, Doug Vestal, to empower you on your journey towards a more liberated and fulfilling OT life. We discuss: Doug Vestal is the author of the book: Financial Freedom for OTs: … 125: OTs on the Money: Pathways to Financial Freedom ft Doug Vestal Read More »

February 24, 20251 hr 2 min

124: Navigating New Normals: Life and OT After a Brain Tumor Diagnosis ft Genevieve Grainger

In this episode, we discuss: Genevieve is a paediatric occupational therapist and founder of Umbrella OT. She works in a small rural community here in Australia. Genevieve brings a holistic, family-centered approach to her practice and thrives on conducting sessions outdoors, leveraging the calming effects of nature. Genevieve’s work is deeply informed by her interests in … 124: Navigating New Normals: Life and OT After a Brain Tumor Diagnosis ft Genevieve Grainger Read More »

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