This is one PowerPoint presentation in a series of group mentoring sessions called the POWERS program which includes an icebreaker and activities and provides a resource to address the subject of Problem-Solving. Studies show that good problem-solvers are less likely than poor problem-solvers to experience emotional distress and performance limitations when faced with a difficult issue, making them more effective in achieving resolution

This workshop is designed to help young people develop the capacity to recover quickly from failures and difficulties by enhancing their mental toughness and will demonstrate how to make a “comeback” after a “setback”. Studies show that resilience is essential for human thriving, and an ability necessary for the development of healthy, adaptable young adults. It has been proven to be the cornerstone of mental wellbeing. It is also what leads us to live happier, more wholehearted lives and is a skill that anyone can build.

This workshop is designed to inspire young people with the belief that they can motivate themselves to achieve anything they put their mind to and will give them an understanding of what it means to be driven so that they can keep moving and progressing. Research shows that self-motivation is a skill that must be developed and honed. Very much like a muscle, it can be flexed with the right practice and exercise.

This workshop is designed to illustrate to young people the value of having a strong work ethic work and will promote the belief that hard work and diligence have a moral benefit and an ability to strengthen character. There is strong evidence to suggest that work ethic is one of the most desired attributes of employers. Developing a strong work ethic from an early age is required when raising aspirations and has both short-term and long-term rewards

This workshop is designed to help young people identify, express and manage their own emotions as well as the emotions of others. It will include various practical exercises that give knowledge on how to cultivate interpersonal relationships.

This workshop is designed to help young people learn the power of positive thinking regarding their future. It will encourage a sense of optimistic belief and hope despite a negative history and will inspire them to develop an “achiever’s mindset” incorporating a can-do/will- do attitude to life in and outside of the classroom.