23. How to Find a Good Mentor: Reflecting on Mentorship w/ Dom Edwards

The home of wellbeing and joy. Welcome to Episode 23 Reflecting on: Mentorship, where Dr Marcus and Charlie are joined by Dom Edwards, founder of The Arena, a mentoring charity he has been running for five years. Together, we explore how having the right mentor can shape your growth, wellbeing, and confidence, and why seeking guidance doesn’t mean weakness. From finding the right person to guide you, to building long-term relationships that support both your career and mental health, this episode dives into the real impact mentoring can have on our lives. We explore: Why mentoring matters for wellbeing and growth 🌱 How to find (and recognise) a good mentor 👀 Why asking for help is a strength, not a weakness 💪 How mentoring builds confidence, direction, and community 🤝 Practical Advice for Listeners: Asking for help isn't a weakness Where to look for a mentor It doesn't have to be so formal Having the confidence to ask Taking time to build trust 📍 Pillars explored: Community & Connection, Inspiration & Introspection, Wellbeing & Joy Thanks for listening, and if something resonates, share it with someone who needs it 🧡 📚 References cited in this episode: Bandura, A., & Walters, R. H. (1977). Social learning theory (Vol. 1, pp. 141-154). Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice hall. Tajfel, H., Turner, J. C., Austin, W. G., & Worchel, S. (1979). An integrative theory of intergroup conflict. Organizational identity: A reader, 56-65. 🔔 Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes! 📲 Follow us for more: Instagram: @themoodboosterpodcast TikTok: @themoodboosterpodcast Website: www.themoodbooster.co.uk 🎥 Prefer video? Watch this episode on YouTube! @TheMoodBoosterPodcast ⭐ If you enjoyed the episode, please rate & review, it really helps!