Mental Health and Wellbeing Coordinator

Energy and Enthusiasm

“In this very real world, good doesn't drive out evil. Evil doesn't drive out good. But the energetic displaces the passive.” William Bernbach.

Dear Families,

I’m so happy that our older students are starting to return to school this week. Today the year threes and fours were back and there was plenty of energy and enthusiasm to share. Later in the week we’ll have our year five and six students onsite again. In a couple of weeks, we will have everyone back here at school and I’m getting excited. I could have never imagined that I would be so thrilled about something that would have been totally normal just a few years ago. 

Often in our lives, remaining calm can be helpful. However, during other times why wouldn’t we want to get excited? Sometimes even the little things can get us up and about. Can you imagine what it would be like if we could be enthusiastic and full of energy whenever we chose? If we were able to create energy out of nothing, what things could we achieve? 

If you would like to create some more energy or enthusiasm at home this week, you may consider trying one of the following. 

• Get up early and see the sunrise.
• Blow up a balloon and play balloon tennis, soccer, or any other sport you fancy.
• Hold a family Olympics event in the back yard.
• Put your feet into two empty tissue boxes and go indoor skating.
• Have a pillow fight.
• Make a paper plane and fly it at the local park.
• Go for a bike ride or long walk together. 

Thanks for all your energy and enthusiasm.

Andy McNeilly

Mental Health and Wellbeing Coordinator