Hi and welcome back for term 2. Here is some food for thought from my last blogs about anxiety and stress on our young football and tennis players. It's a list of 12 good points that you can discuss with them anytime. 1) Encourage your child to face his/her fears, not run away from … [Read more...] about Twelve points to help with performance.
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I Can!
Well done guys for all your hard work and learning! Have a great break, keep up the hard work and practice! Did you know that an American basketball legend was told at university, "You are not good enough." His response some 15 years later: "If they didn't tell me I was not going to succeed, I … [Read more...] about I Can!
Being left of centre
Hi, This is another blog about anxiety. Why…? For much of my life I have had to manage anxiety. I can only recall some small events that could have been a trigger for this problem. This next video is, let's say, different, but when I was in primary college I was a left handed person. I got … [Read more...] about Being left of centre
Some Days Suck!
As we come to the end of term, I know I am, and many students are, exhausted. It has been a full-on first term, especially for some. With that in mind, it is important to remember not everyday will be a great day. Some days will suck. Although we aim for everyday to be a great day for all, it's not … [Read more...] about Some Days Suck!
Let’s Paint The World Blue
Julie recently wrote a blog on the house system we have introduced at IFS this year. I agree that the house system has stood the test of time and is a great way to create a sense of belonging amongst children at college. To be open, I was fairly uncomfortable when the announcement was made that a … [Read more...] about Let’s Paint The World Blue
Managing my Time.
Is this how I feel? Learning how to manage time can be very difficult and challenging for students, football players, coaches and mums and dads. How do I manage my time with so many activities I am involved in - college tasks, homework, club football, … [Read more...] about Managing my Time.