Episode #45 | Vikas Pahwa - Well-being Isn’t Extra: It’s Essential

In this episode with Vikas Pahwa, we explore his passion for holistic education and his leadership role at Shiv Nadar School, where he champions well-being, international-mindedness, and innovative learning. With a rich background in Humanities and global curriculum delivery, Vikas shares how well-being is not just a program, but a way of being embedded throughout the school community. Key topics include: Why Well-being Matters – Vikas reflects on the foundational role well-being plays in helping both students and educators thrive. Embedding Positive Education – Practical strategies Shiv Nadar School uses to integrate well-being into daily routines, classroom practices, and school culture. Teacher & Student Involvement – How to engage educators and students as co-creators of a well-being-focused environment, and why their buy-in matters. Challenges & Solutions – Real-world obstacles to implementing positive education and how Shiv Nadar School has worked through them. Success Stories & Impact – Inspiring examples of student growth, teacher transformation, and community building through a well-being lens. The Future of Well-being in Schools – Vikas shares his vision for the evolution of education and how schools can innovate to nurture whole-person development. Plus much more...