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The Rites of Passage Institute The Institute helps people discover their passion and purpose through healthy transitions.

Slide 4 is our favourite ❤️In a world that’s becoming harder to predict, helping young people build meaningful connectio...
30/09/2026

Slide 4 is our favourite ❤️

In a world that’s becoming harder to predict, helping young people build meaningful connections may be one of the most important things we can do.

Resilience, confidence and a sense of belonging aren’t built overnight. They’re developed through experience, challenge and the relationships that help young people feel supported.

So, what are we doing today to prepare them for tomorrow?

Sometimes the behaviour we want to correct is actually telling us something.If your son is becoming more withdrawn, argu...
28/09/2026

Sometimes the behaviour we want to correct is actually telling us something.

If your son is becoming more withdrawn, argumentative, isolated or harder to reach, it may be worth pausing before jumping straight to correction.

Connection can come first.
Create space. Listen. Keep showing up. Let him know you’re there, even when he doesn’t want to talk.

Save this for later or share it with another parent who might need to hear it.

And if you’re looking for ways to create more connection with your son, explore our upcoming ROPI camps and experiences.

What if your child’s school could do more than talk about wellbeing?ROPI works with schools to create practical experien...
24/09/2026

What if your child’s school could do more than talk about wellbeing?

ROPI works with schools to create practical experiences that help young people build resilience, self-awareness, leadership, connection and a sense of belonging.

That could look like a talk or workshop with Dr Arne Rubinstein OAM, CEO Mikey Ellis or one of our Lead Facilitators, training teachers to facilitate the work themselves, or co-designing a camp or retreat with your school.

And it can be customised to your school community.
Are you a teacher who would like to bring this to your school?
Or a parent who thinks your child’s school could benefit?

Send this post to someone at your school and start the conversation.

“My teenager won’t talk to me.”It’s something we hear from parents often. As young people grow, communication changes. T...
23/09/2026

“My teenager won’t talk to me.”

It’s something we hear from parents often. As young people grow, communication changes. They may not always have the words, or want to sit down for a big conversation.

Sometimes connection comes first.
Spend time together. Listen without fixing. Keep showing up.

You don’t need your teenager to tell you everything. You want them to know that when it matters, they can come to you.

“My teenager won’t talk to me.”It’s something we hear from parents often. As young people grow, communication changes. T...
23/09/2026

“My teenager won’t talk to me.”

It’s something we hear from parents often. As young people grow, communication changes. They may not always have the words, or want to sit down for a big conversation.

Sometimes connection comes first.
Spend time together. Listen without fixing. Keep showing up.

You don’t need your teenager to tell you everything. You want them to know that when it matters, they can come to you.

THE WORK STARTS WITH YOU.Leadership Training is not a course you sit through. It’s an experience you step into.Over thre...
18/09/2026

THE WORK STARTS WITH YOU.

Leadership Training is not a course you sit through. It’s an experience you step into.

Over three or four days you’ll explore your own patterns, relationships and transitions through key life stages alongside others doing the same. Through storytelling, reflection, challenge and practice, the framework comes alive - not just as theory, but as something you feel and that changes you.

Two final opportunities to join us in 2026.
Leadership Training Level 2 | 5–8 November | Byron Bay
Leadership Training Level 1 | 13–15 November | Toorongo Valley Estate, Noojee, Victoria

Come and experience it for yourself.

The camps are back for 2027. Every camp is designed for a different stage, relationship and experience, but they all hav...
15/09/2026

The camps are back for 2027.

Every camp is designed for a different stage, relationship and experience, but they all have the same purpose: creating space for young people and the adults in their lives to connect, grow and share something meaningful together.

From Mother & Son and Mother & Daughter, to Father & Daughter, Making of Men and Young Stars, there’s an experience for every family.

We’ve poured so much thought, care and heart into planning our 2027 camps, and we’re so excited to welcome new and returning families.
2027 dates are now live.

Swipe through to find the camp that’s right for you, then head to our website for dates and details or send us a DM. 🤍

We’re so excited to share our 2027 camp dates! 🤍So much love, thought and care goes into planning every camp. From the b...
09/09/2026

We’re so excited to share our 2027 camp dates! 🤍

So much love, thought and care goes into planning every camp. From the big moments to all the little details, we pour so much of ourselves into creating experiences that families will remember for years to come.

We can’t wait to welcome all the dads, mums, mentors, sons and daughters who will join us in 2027. There’s something pretty special about seeing these camps come to life, and we’re already counting down.

2027, we’re ready for you. 🤍
Head to our website for all dates and details, or send us a DM if you’d like to know more.

Mother & Daughter Camp is just days away 💗On 19–22 September, we’ll be welcoming mothers and daughters to Byron Bay for ...
08/09/2026

Mother & Daughter Camp is just days away 💗

On 19–22 September, we’ll be welcoming mothers and daughters to Byron Bay for four days of connection, challenge, conversation and time together.

There’s still a chance to join us. If you’ve been thinking about it, this is your last call.

Our team is busy getting everything ready and we can’t wait to welcome you.

DM us to find out more of if you have any questions, or book your place via the link in bio.

06/09/2026

Fatherhood is more than being a dad.

It’s showing up. Listening. Guiding. Setting boundaries. Making time. Being someone a young person knows they can turn to, especially when life gets hard.

For some, that role belongs to a father. For others, it might be a stepdad, grandfather, uncle, mentor, coach, or another father figure who made a difference.

Today, we celebrate all the men who choose to show up, walk alongside young people and help shape who they become.

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads and father figures 🤍

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