Wellbeing at QoP

Prep - 2 Virtual Disco

They put on their fancy clothes! They polished their dancing shoes! They brushed their hair and they all danced virtually!

On Friday afternoon, many Prep - Two children attended a virtual disco run by Friend in Me & Kids Disco Parties.

It was a great way to brighten up iso and celebrate another remote week of learning achievements! Thanks Mr Gibbons!

-Mrs Te, Wellbeing Leader

"I can't do this because I'm dumb!"

This is one of the most difficult statements for parents and carers to hear their child say. Statements connected to low self-esteem can be damaging and if left unattended, can take a huge toll on a child's self-worth.

Knowing how to respond to your child when they say negative things about themself is important. You can help shift the focus from negativity to their abilities and potential. 

If you find your child putting themself down using negative self-talk, use these strategies to help!

RUOK Day

More than ever, 2020's "RUOK? Day" challenges us to stay connected and check in on our family and friends.  It's just as important for our children to know that it's ok to NOT be OK ! Having trusted people to speak to, friends that will listen and hope that tomorrow will be an easier day is a lesson never too early to learn. For more information

https://www.ruok.org.au/join-r-u-ok-day

Finding Calm

Feeling like the world’s a pretty weird and stressful place right now? You’re not alone. The ABC has handpicked the best meditation and mindfulness exercises, to help you stay calm in the middle of all the uncertainty.  CLICK HERE.

These meditations were produced in conjunction with Smiling Mind. We hope all out dads, stepdads, grandpas, uncles and special people had a lovely Father's Day and that the Dad jokes were bearable!

Amazing Grace 

50 Countries affected by COVID sing Amazing Grace.  This reminded me that we are all in it together and gave me hope for all the travelling I want to do when this is over!

Is your Child Feeling Overwhelmed?

Sometimes children try to control things they CAN NOT.

This causes unnecessary stress and anxiety.

Help your child focus on the thing they CAN CONTROL. 

Dr Justin Coulson - Lightening the Lockdown Load

The most helpful 50 minutes you need to listen to!  Dr Coulson speaks about the challenges families are facing the second time round! Listen as he shares four secrets to make it through, not just to survive but to thrive. Simple ideas that you can start right away! 

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