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Great teammates, great team leaders, great co-workers, great friends, and great parents do not make excuses. Unfortunately, not everyone is a great teammate, leader, co-worker etc. An excuse is nothing more than an admission that we failed to prepare properly. Every single excuse listed could have been overcome with preparation. All it takes is some […]

Why do we breathe harder when we exercise? In order for our body to have the energy to do something, we must breathe. In Week 1 you learned that oxygen is required for every single chemical reaction in the body. So, when we do something hard, our body needs more energy. We get this energy […]

Why do we sometimes fumble our form or drop our longstaff? When we are nervous we often hold our breath and tighten up. This can protect us when someone is hurting us, but it often gets in the way when we need to perform. You may have heard your instructor tell you to “just breathe” when doing something. […]

What happens when we are worried, scared, or nervous? We hold our breath. Holding our breath protects us from danger as it makes us more able to take a punch or kick, but why would you need to do this when in math class? People are always holding their breath, but most often it is […]

BREATHE! Why do we need to breathe? What would happen if we stopped breathing? We can go a few months without sunlight, a few weeks without food, a few days without water, but we cannot go more than a few minutes without breathing. WHY? Every single chemical reaction in the body requires oxygen – turning […]

  So, perspective is like having your own special way of looking at the world. It’s what makes you and your friends wonderfully different. Just like a big, colourful storybook, life is full of exciting pages, and everyone’s perspective adds a splash of magic to the adventure! Perspective can also help get us through trauma […]

Let’s now imagine you have a pair of magical glasses that let you see the world in a special way. These glasses help you understand that everyone sees things a bit differently, like having your own unique view of a fantastic playground.   Magic Glasses: Think of perspective as putting on magic glasses. When you […]

Now, sometimes we call this whole perspective-taking deal ‘Theory of Mind.’ It’s like having a theory about what’s cooking in someone else’s mental kitchen. Why does it matter? Well, it turns you into a social ninja. You become patient, understanding, and basically, a human decoder of wants and needs. In the world of developmental psychology, […]

Creating a safe environment for children involves a combination of awareness, education, and proactive measures. By addressing potential hazards and implementing safety protocols, parents, instructors and caregivers can significantly reduce the risk of accidents and ensure a secure and nurturing space for their children to grow and thrive. Regularly reviewing and updating safety measures will […]

Despite all precautions, accidents can still happen. Be prepared to respond effectively:   First Aid Training: Take a basic first aid and CPR course to be prepared for common emergencies. Emergency Kit: Keep a well-stocked first aid kit in an easily accessible location. Teach your children how to recognize first aid emergencies and then to […]