Jacqui Maguire - Mental health thought leader, speaker and author.

I’m Jacqui Maguire,

a clinical psychologist, writer, speaker and media contributor with a passion for science communication. I not so secretly love researching psychological studies, translating them into easy to understand concepts, and providing practical strategies to optimise personal and professional wellbeing, work and relationships.

Put simply, I want people to live the good life.

A prominent mental health and wellbeing thought leader and speaker, Jacqui delivers engaging and practical psychology with warmth and humility.

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Jacqui Maguire is an expert we seek out regularly to interview because she is able to break down complex ideas into relatable concepts for our audience. She always provides great advice that large audiences like ours can relate to.

Hilary Barry, TVNZ Anchor

Jacqui, if your mission is science communication, you’re nailing it

Adam Grant, New York Times Best Selling Author

I love how Jacqui mixed data facts with real life stories and examples and used everyday language rather than academic speak

Essex City Council, 2020

Jacqui is so succinct. She does a wonderful job of giving us the details without being ‘fluffy’.

Simpson Grierson, 2020

Mind Brew - Podcast

Mind Brew - Podcast

Created to help you understand and learn more about mental health and wellbeing

Speaking

Speaking

Delivering practical psychology with warmth, humility and humour.

My Book

My Book

One ordinary Wednesday night, as Órla was dreaming, a storm arrived that caused the world to turn upside down and inside out.

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It’s your daily actions that matter most in enab

It’s your daily actions that matter most in enabling you to cultivate a meaningful life 🍊

Instead of waiting for life's daily stresses to gr

Instead of waiting for life's daily stresses to grow into overwhelming obstacles, try tackling them while they're small and manageable. Being proactive can help prevent unnecessary stress and supports sustainable mental health wellbeing. Short-term pain for long-term gain. 🧠
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#MentalWellbeing #MindfulLeadership #PsychologyTips #Resilience #SelfLeadership #MentalHealthMatters #psychology #psychologist #nz

Be deliberate about your impact. People may forge

Be deliberate about your impact.

People may forget what you say or do, but they will always remember how you make them feel. In our friendships, families, and workplaces, the way we connect with others leaves a lasting impression. Positive emotions build trust, drive collaboration, and fuel growth- they allow people to thrive.

How are your interactions making those around you feel today?
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#EmotionalImpact #Leadership #HumanConnection #PositiveChange #LeadershipDevelopment” #psychology #psychologist #wellbeing #wellness

A bit of Disney wisdom for today 💡

A bit of Disney wisdom for today 💡

Does Our Happiness Diminish as We Age? As childre

Does Our Happiness Diminish as We Age?

As children, our happiness is abundant and pure, found in the simple wonders of life: a warm sunny day, the comfort of a cherished toy, or the embrace of a loving hug. Our smiles are wide and unrestrained, our laughter uninhibited and infectious.

Yet, as we grow older, happiness seems to become more elusive. We chase grander dreams, only to discover they don’t fulfill us as deeply as we imagined. We accumulate more possessions, but do they bring us the same joy we once found in simple pleasures?

We often become more cautious, more critical, and perhaps a bit jaded. Our smiles may grow more reserved, our laughter less frequent. We might start to believe that happiness is a luxury beyond our reach.

But what if we are searching for happiness in the wrong places? What if the pursuit itself is where we go astray? Perhaps happiness isn’t something to be found but something to be created, nurtured, and lived every day.

Let’s rekindle the joy in the little things. Let’s find delight in the ordinary moments and the beauty of simplicity. Embrace the present, rather than longing for a future where happiness might be waiting.

Happiness isn’t a distant destination; it’s a journey we embark on daily. It’s a mindset, a practice, a way of being. And it’s never too late to start anew, to look at life through fresh eyes, and to rediscover the boundless joy within us.

#happiness #psychology #wellness #wellbeing #mentalhealth #nz #happy #meaning #purpose #gratitude

To those who nurture and care - Happy Mother’s D

To those who nurture and care - Happy Mother’s Day 💖

As we all countdown the last days until Christmas,

As we all countdown the last days until Christmas, let us take stock of what we are grateful for. In a world that is currently suffering so much, you may have to be purposeful at redirecting your attention to all that is good. In the words of Hugh Grant, “Love really is all around us”. (Yes, Patrick and I watched Love Actually last night!). And it is love that is the spirit of Christmas.

This year I am grateful for :
- A healthy baby currently sleeping next to me
- Two older girls who delight and challenge me (sometimes in equal measure)
- A husband that has made me a cup of tea every night for nearly 10 years and almost always takes the morning shift with the kids.
- A wider family who we couldn’t do life without
- A community who has cared for us so deeply in the last month. Nightly cooked meals, food bags, play dates for the older girls
- A safe roof over my head
- A country to live in where civilians are not physically under constant harm, and in general people take care of their neighbours

And today….the sun. You are well overdue my friend ☀️