Trackydak Co - Youth Coaching and School Programs

This is a great way to connect with your teens!

I just made this after school snack to devour with my two teenagers which opened the door to much chatter, laughter and eye contact.

We talked about screens and balance, the ocean and how we are going to get to the beach as much as possible this summer, friendships and what's going on in their worlds, my day and much much more.

We were present with each other and it was lovely.

Both back in their rooms of course 😆 but it's important to pause, acknowledge and appreciate these glimmers of parenting our teens.

Have you noticed how shared foods bring everyone together and dissolve the individual focus of our own plates?

Please share and comment thoughts and ideas/examples on this below. I am genuinely interested!

Trace 💙 xx

✍️ Journalling with Teens ✍️

Two weeks ago I facilitated a workshop on self-compassion for the Mercy College year 11 retreat days.

This photo shows me taking at/to a group of young people. Big whoop 😴

What it doesn't show is...

The beautiful mess we made

The games

The sharing

and the journaling...ohhhh the journaling

Watching teens journal is such a beautiful thing.

When given the right prompts in the right order and the best possible environment and AFTER spending thoughtful time on the big C - connection (because it can be scary to write feelings down too) beautiful things can happen.

Teaching/facilitating journaling is a skill that should be delivered in a considered way. Never underestimate the value of guided opportunities for self-reflection.

Loved my experience with these students. Such a great bunch and such a wonderful school.

Huge shout out to my mate Catherine from who ran a very powerful fierce compassion workshop in the afternoon.

Tracey 💙

🌿 PLANT GROW BLOOM 🌿

Back to my roots!

My first teaching job was at Aranmore Catholic College in Leederville 20 years ago. A beautiful school that will forever hold a special place in my heart.

That's why I'm thrilled to be offering this FREE 3 part intentional parenting program for parents of tweens navigating the transition into adolescence and high school.

🌿 Scan QR code or head to aranmore.wa.edu.au/parent-resources to learn more

🌿 To ensure the program's benefits, spaces limited to 15 participants

When your son asks you to go for a walk on the beach..

You go for a walk on the beach!

Boys in their happy place, open air, ocean or whatever it may be for him

Feel the organic flow of joy and ease pour out

Watch how easy it is to talk to him about anything and everything because you're side by side and not face to face

We talked about his special place and how this is here for him whenever he faces struggle as he enters his teen years

We talked about his friendships and connection

I told him how much I love him and how proud I am of him and what I see him contributing to the world and those around him

I cherish these times and am reminded of his needs and how they are different to mine

No way would I get this if I walked into his room and started questioning him

Can anyone out there with sons relate? I'd love to hear

Tracey 💙

✨REFRESH✨

Keeping that 'lens of awareness' clear

Sharpening listening and questioning skills

Networking with other workers with different perspectives and experiences

Knowing what to do and feeling confident when a young person presents at risk

Reminded of the power of

✅ Connection

✅ Reaching in

✅ Curiosity

✅ Validation

So very well facilitated by Mental Health Commission. If you work with young people, please consider this free 2 day training. You can do it more than once. You'll need to book ahead. Semester 2 dates have now been released.

It might just be the training that equips you with the tools to navigate a difficult future conversation that saves a life..

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✨ TERM 2 TWEEN OFFERING ✨

3 x 2 hour Saturday workshops across the term (weeks 2, 4 and 8)

North Perth St Hilda's Hall

Through yoga & mindfulness, games and storytelling we deep dive into resilience themes such as

✨ Self-acceptance and self-compassion
✨ Friendships
✨ Staying true to yourself
✨ Navigating big emotions
✨ Understanding & coping with stress and anxiety
✨ Seeing failure as opportunity

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❤️ FOOTLOOSE ❤️

I watched this with my 14 year old tonight for the second time. I know all the words, all the songs and dances. I remember being in America as a teen when this hit the cinemas and everyone (mostly teens) jumping out of their seats and dancing. I'll never forget that feeling.

Something got us out of our chairs. I think it was a subconscious celebration of the power of dance, music and freedom at a time in our lives where we were establishing identity. We could relate. If anyone asked me back then I wouldn't have been able to articulate why and I'm not sure I would have cared. As corny as it sounds, we just got swept away.

I now get to witness my own children explore their identities through music. They flow naturally through different genres and artists blending the new with the old. I'm frequently blown away by their incredible taste and knowledge. I'm reminded of what a huge part music plays in shaping and supporting who we are as we transition from tween to teen.

It's a comfort

A life giver

A non judgemental space

A place of discovery, wonder and pure joy

There's something about that time and how music becomes more amplified.

It becomes the soundtrack to their life.

✨NEW COACHING SPACE✨

Embracing new beginnings and fresh energy. I'll now be coaching out of the ever so peaceful and serene space that is in Subiaco.

MONDAYS

Continue to book via email and Trackydak Co website (link in bio)

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✨HOLDING SPACE✨

"It means that we are willing to walk alongside another person in whatever journey they're on without judging them, making them feel inadequate, trying to fix them, or trying to impact the outcome. When we hold space for other people, we open our hearts, offer unconditional support, and let go of judgement and control."

Heather Plett

I'm always looking for reminders of the above so that I can hold space for young people and parents in a way that is meaningful and focuses on connection, empowerment and growth opportunities.

Curiosity, creative conversation, self-exploration and moving from a place of the forever learner is how I honour my clients.

Yes, I honour you and all that you have to discover inside of you to share with the world!

This morning's read is by .hines.14 It's easy to read and full of meaningful strategies for space holders whether it be groups or 1:1. I love his THRIVE model and focus on connection.

✨YOUNG ADULTS✨

The adolescent brain is still forming well into the mid-20s. Yet, there are so many pressures and expectations placed on our young people to be adulting when they turn 18 or 19 years old. Yes, they have more responsibility, they're driving and pretty much have their own lives by then.

But it can still be HARD.

I'd like to give a shout out to my brave and impressive young adult clients. I see you and I've got your back!

There's a particular look and feeling of relief that lands when we connect over the understanding that

🌱 They're still developing and although they've moved through many teen type experiences, adolescent development is dynamic and ongoing

🌱 Identity formation is a lifelong process! Beliefs, values, life goals are still being explored

🌱 Emotional regulation skills are still developing. Coping mechanisms and emotional resilience continue to evolve as they face new and unique challenges after leaving high school

🌱 Relationships (social and romantic) continue to change and mature in nature

🌱 Educational and career aspirations may still need some time to be explored

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YOU DON'T HAVE TO HAVE IT ALL FIGURED OUT ✔️

Keep exploring!
Take your time!
Get to know and love YOU!

✨ YOUTH COACHING ✨

Coaching for 2024 is heating up. Onboarding new clients this week setting up support structures and plans for the year.

I'm honoured to be able to hold space for adolescents as we deep dive into topics like

🌱Year 6 students and honouring this right of passage into high school

🌱Year 11 and 12 students and self-care during the critical pathway years/exam stress

🌱Life after bullying and applying self-compassion

🌱Mindset and self-talk - becoming your own best friend (this is a big one)

🌱Making the right friends and cultivating connection

🌱Healthy boundary setting

🌱Self-empowerment

🌱 Resilience

And so much more!!

If you're looking for support this year, please reach out.

Tracey 💙

TWEEN YOGA

Ages 9-12

Term 1 Wednesdays 4 30 - 5 30pm

North Perth St Hilda's Hall

A space to grow self-kindness and inner strength 🪴

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