Glen A. Gerreyn

Motivation for Swimmers

Building Bounce Back 🌟

Remember, resilience is a skill, not a superpower! As adults, we sometimes forget that bouncing back from challenges takes practice.

Emotional resilience is key to good mental health, so I created an infographic to help everyone, from students to teachers, overcome stress and setbacks!

Let's share this and help each other build our strength!

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"Failure is just life trying to move us in another direction." - Oprah Winfrey

Ever faced a setback and felt like it was the end of the road? 🛑 Well, it's not! It's just life's way of nudging us onto a new path. Every 'no', every closed door, every stumble could be a step towards something even better.

Don't fear failure; embrace it as a signal for change and growth. 🌱 It's not about falling down; it's about what you do when you get back up. So let's use those bumps in the road to steer us towards new adventures! 🚀

Who else needs to hear this today? Tag them below 👇 and let's spread the courage to pivot with purpose! 🔁

12 Tips for Parenting Young Athletes.

Most of us are the same; if we spent as much time getting work done as we did procrastinating about doing the work, our productivity would double.

This is especially the case for students who have conflicting responsibilities to deal with as well as the endless lure of social media.

Procrastination can be stressful for teens. Knowing there is work to do but finding it difficult to get started brings on feelings of inadequacy.

Everyone can identify a trigger to move past distraction and into ‘flow’. I’ve put together an infographic that you can use as a tool to overcome the challenges of studying.

https://www.thehopefullinstitute.com/study-tools-for-students/

As Taylor graces Australia with her vibrant presence, let's draw inspiration from her fearless approach to life and career. Whether you're facing an obstacle, gearing up for a creative project, or simply need a boost, Taylor's words will remind you of the power of focus, grit and determination.

Download this infographic here: https://www.thehopefullinstitute.com/13-empowering-quotes-by-taylor-swift/

Feeling frustrated by young people always running late? You're not alone! Consider this: young people often lack the awareness of how their tardiness impacts others and themselves. That's why I created this engaging infographic specifically for high schoolers! It encourages young people to reflect on their habits and understand how punctuality plays a crucial role in achieving their goals.

https://www.thehopefullinstitute.com/punctuality/

**Empower your kids to master social media! **
Get your hands on a FREE infographic + more resources to help them navigate the online world with intention and purpose. ➡️
https://www.thehopefullinstitute.com/social-media-discussion/

3 Power Infographics on Sleep.

Is spending too much time in your comfort zone preventing you from taking your achievements to the next level?

Challenge yourself to step away from the idea of friction-free living so you can find a more genuine sense of fulfilment.

Read more…

The Power of DiscomfortThe HopeFULL Institute Is spending too much time in your comfort zone preventing you from taking your achievements to the next level? Challenge yourself to step away from the idea of friction-free living so you can find a more genuine sense of fulfilment.

Empowering Your Child's Learning Journey

"When the student is ready, the teacher will appear." This proverb highlights the importance of a child's receptivity to learning. As parents, we can nurture this receptivity by fostering a growth mindset and encouraging our children to embrace feedback, active learning, and humility.

15 Ideas To Help You Become a Better Student.

1. BE OPEN TO FEEDBACK
Feedback isn’t criticism. Use your coach’s words to improve your performance.

2. BE AN ACTIVE LEARNER
The things you don’t know are holding you back, so listen and keep learning.

3. BE HUMBLE
Don’t seek attention, pay attention. Your moment to stand out will come soon.

4. BE PROACTIVE
Not everything has to come from your coach. Take initiative and push yourself.

5. BE PERSISTENT
A coachable young person doesn’t give up when things get difficult.

6. BE RESPECTFUL
You will get so much more from your coach if you display the right attitude.

7. BE A GOOD COMMUNICATOR
Explain what you are feeling and thinking so your coach can work better with you.

8. BE ORGANISED
Show up early, be prepared and keep track of your own progress.

9. BE A ROLE MODEL
You’re never too young to set an example and inspire others.

10. BE RESILIENT
Don’t let your setbacks get in the way of your dreams.

11. BE COMMITTED
Show up to training and don’t let other people down.

12. BE BOLD
Step out of your comfort zone to reach the next level.

13. BE POSITIVE
Believe in yourself and your ability to succeed, and support your fellow players.

14. BE SELF AWARE
Know your weaknesses and challenge yourself to overcome them.

15. BE MOTIVATED
Don’t give up! Hard work will take you where you want to go.

Remember, every child learns at their own pace. Embrace their individual journey and provide them with the support they need to blossom into lifelong learners.

Study Tools For Students | The HopeFULL Institute Free study tools to help students flourish. Including book summaries, posters and infographics.

A recent study from the University of Queensland found Aussie teens are only getting 6-7 hours of sleep per night – far less than the suggested 8-10 hours. This means they are living in a haze that negatively impacts their mood as well as their ability to think, react and regulate their emotions.

If they want to do well, teens need to sleep. Unfortunately, the distraction of devices and the ‘boasting rights’ of staying up late is seeing them miss out on this crucial part of their day.

To help you explain the importance of sleeping well to your teenager. I’ve created three simple infographics. The first is below and it explains the steps to fall asleep without stress. You can use this as a conversation-starter, to guide your teenager towards a better state of well-being.

Sleep Hygiene Tools | The HopeFULL Institute Below are practical tips on sleep hygiene for students that you can start using today. Learn how to establish a regular sleep schedule. Create a relaxing bedtime routine. Make sure your bedroom is conducive to sleep. Get regular exercise. Follow our tips and you'll be sleeping better in no time!

Don’t let the summer holidays go down the drain. They are the perfect time to create a new habit or work on a project you haven’t had time for during the school year.

Here’s how to make the most of the summer break so you can start Term One feeling confident and excited for what’s to come.

Click the text at the bottom of the article to access the below goals sheet.

https://www.thehopefullinstitute.com/five-fresh-ideas-for-your-summer-holidays/

TOOLS FOR STUDENT LEADERS

Whether you are motivated to drive positive change or you want to lay the foundation for an exceptional future, putting your hand up for a leadership role is both exciting and scary.

Get started by downloading these free tools.

Tools for Student Leaders Free tools to help student leaders flourish. Including book summaries, posters, leadership quotes and infographics.

I love a good parable!

They help us go beyond our heads and disrupt our hearts. They catch us off guard. It is a discourse designed to send you off course.

Parables have an interesting and disturbing tendency to turn your own principles and values upside down. They don’t tell you what to think but provoke you to think more deeply about your place in the world, as well as your neighbours.

What's your favourite parable? Comment below.

I have curated 9 of my favourite ones and will be adding three a month to my timeless wisdom page. Click the link below.

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We could all cut back on expressing negative thoughts. In doing so we reduce caustic emotions that hinder strategic thinking. Sometimes speaking your darkest fears aloud gives power to those anxieties.

The way you arrange your mental furniture affects your emotional, physical, and behavioural responses to life. To amplify your well-being avoid these negative styles and change the discussions you have with yourself.

7 Styles of Negative Self-Talk The way you arrange your mental furniture affects your emotional, physical, and behavioural responses to life. To amplify your well-being avoid these negative styles and change the discussions you have with yourself.

Teens often get very down on themselves and frustrated that they’re not reaching the same levels as their peers.

I see this a lot. By year 12, they have put themselves in the “I can’t do that” box. What they don’t realise is that they have the power to get out of it.

We’re all different, and some of us find things like focusing, committing and having a growth mindset more difficult than others. But there is always the potential for positive change.

Change is triggered by learning and developing self-awareness. I am on a continual journey to learn and understand why I do the things I do. As part of this, I do a lot of reading. While some of the books I come across aren’t suitable for a teen audience, many are.

I believe that a simple concept can change a young life. And even if it doesn’t trigger a complete transformation, it can provide some much-needed perspective and help reframe negative thoughts.

Have a look at the link below. It lists the seven books I recommend for year 12 students. You’ll find a helpful summary attached to each one.

7 Books Every Year 12 Student Should Read Free short book summaries for teenagers. Building confidence and emotional wellbeing.

An truly amazing morning with the Year 11’s from St Rita’s College!

What a wonderful day with the Year 12’s from the Glennie School!