Put Your Own Oxygen Mask on First: Life Lessons from Disaster Zones for a Healthier, Happier You
In a world that often demands more than we can give, how do we stay healthy, fulfilled, and resilient? Drawing on 14 years of frontline experience in humanitarian disaster zones and 13 years in the wellbeing sector in Ireland, Calodagh McCumiskey, offers insights that go beyond crisis response. This session reveals practical strategies for living a balanced and purpose-driven life—lessons learned from the intense environments where the stakes are high.Through the session, you will understand why self-care is the foundation of a meaningful life. Learn why putting your "own oxygen mask on first" isn’t just critical in emergencies but is essential for anyone seeking to thrive in today’s fast-paced world.
Calodagh McCumiskey is an accredited master practitioner in Wellbeing and Coaching. She is a speaker and specialises in bespoke programmes that boost wellbeing, engagement, productivity, culture and teamwork. Clients include the Education Sector, Corporates, Government Organisations and NGOs. Calodagh previously worked in high-stress environments in international development - as a Project Manager and Country Representative working in the aftermath of natural and man-made disasters including war, drought, earthquakes, floods, epidemics and tsunamis - for 14 years in Africa and Asia.
She has been working in wellbeing - both organisational and personal for the last 12 years. She was runner up in the Network Ireland National Solo Business person of the year Competition in 2023. She was awarded the Judges Special Recognition in the 2024 Network Ireland Business woman of the year awards in the Networker category. Calodagh is passionate about helping organisations and people overcome challenges related to wellbeing and helping them create a culture that supports wellbeing whilst achieving sustainable high performance. She completed a Masters of Business in Executive leadership in 2024.
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Course Details
| Start Date | 07-04-2025 7:00 pm |
| End Date | 07-04-2025 8:00 pm |
| Cut off date | 07-04-2025 4:00 pm |
| Individual Price | Free |
| Speaker | Calodagh McCumiskey |
| Number Hours | 1 |
| Location | Online |