Student Workshops
My coaching practice (EQ Matters NZ) focuses on the development of emotional intelligence (EQ) and the practice of mindfulness as a prerequisite for developing skills that help students to be academically and emotionally successful. As a parent of teenagers, a teacher with over 20 years experience and a Life & Mindfulness Coach, I am very familiar with the challenges students are facing and am passionate about working alongside them to help find solutions that will work for them. I believe that many students are struggling with motivation and engagement due to anxiety and distractibility. My approach as a Life & Mindfulness Coach is based on neuroscience, positive psychology, emotional intelligence and mindfulness, and is therefore focused not only on academic achievements but on the greater well-being of each person I have the privilege to coach/mentor. Science has proved that practising mindfulness is an antidote to anxiety and stress. Combining life coaching strategies with the practice of mindfulness is incredibly empowering and has the result of providing sustainable change for the client in their ability to manage life’s challenges. For this reason, my approach to coaching students is beneficial not just for the student, it also benefits the school and the family. The practice of mindfulness has been scientifically proven to improve attention, mental resilience and emotional regulation. "Brenda recently delivered a four-week course to senior students at Mahurangi College. The feedback has been extremely positive with students commenting that the content throughout was relevant, interesting and useful". Lori Yau - Gateway Co-ordinator at Mahurangi College. |
I facilitate student workshops that focus on achieving the following outcomes for students aged 15+. *Increased focus & engagement *Less time spent on devices *Ability to plan and apply time management skills to study. *Avoid last minute cramming & the stress associated with this. *Become aware of what triggers being unmotivated & learn how to manage these triggers. *Learn about the benefits of mindfulness to help manage worry & procrastination *Ability to use strategies to ease stress & anxiety *Gain an understanding of the importance of being able to manage emotions *Develop strategies for recognising and using emotions appropriately. Research shows that once young people can recognise and manage their own emotions, they are far more likely to be able to apply strategies to help them with distractions, stress & anxiety, pressure, time management, motivation, and engagement. “It’s not enough to be smart and hardworking. Students must also be able to understand and manage their emotions to succeed at school" Click the button below to read the article - 2 minute read. |
SENIOR STUDENT WORKSHOPS (Yr. 11-13) |
1. An Introduction to EQ & Mindfulness This Workshop Includes: The importance of emotional intelligence How students benefit from developing their EQ How to test your EQ Strategies for recognising & managing emotions appropriately The benefits of practising mindfulness Mindfulness Meditation |
2. Motivation is Essential for Emotional & Academic Success This Workshop Includes: Discover how to become motivated & how to sustain it Gain an understanding of how motivation impacts outcomes and behaviours Knowing what your triggers are is critical for success Motivation is found when purpose is discovered Short-term fixes for being unmotivated |
3. Managing Time & Distractions (from Devices) This Workshop Includes: The development of technology & social media since 2000 Explore strategies for staying on task and managing distractions Misuse of social media & mental health problems How to safeguard your social media practices The main causes of poor time management How to integrate time management skills into a study plan |
4. Managing Anxiety and Stress This Workshop Includes: The causes of student stress & anxiety The effects of stress on the brain Apply strategies for managing stress, anxiety, pressure & procrastination Develop an awareness of the interplay between EQ & anxiety Mindfulness is an antidote to stress & anxiety Mindfulness Meditation |
Student Workshops - Services & Fees
SERVICES |
FEES |
Senior Student Workshops (Year 11 - Year 13) |
$225 per workshop for <30 Students or $400 for 2 workshops (when both workshops are facilitated on the same day) |
Junior Student Workshops (Year 5 - Year 8) |
$175 per workshop for <30 Students or $300 for 2 workshops (when both workshops are facilitated on the same day) |
SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL STUDENT WORKSHOPS (Yr. 5 - 8) |
1. Developing Emotional Awareness This Workshop Includes: An explanation of EQ Exploration of different emotions Develop an understanding of what mindfulness is & the many benefits of this practice. Practise mindfulness meditation |
2. Understanding How Others Feel & Why This Workshop Includes: Gain an understanding of people's responses to situations Learn ways to stay calm when emotions run high Recognise different emotions in others Practise mindfulness meditation |
3. Emotional Regulation This Workshop Includes: Discuss current ways of managing emotions Learn techniques to manage emotions more effectively Gain an understanding of the importance of developing resilience Practise mindfulness meditation |
4. Choosing Moods This Workshop Includes: An awareness of the ability to change moods Discuss various strategies & identify what works for them as individuals Consider the difference this would make to themselves & others Practise mindfulness meditation |