Robin's Mentoring Matters Blog
Encourage and inspire youth to reach their potential
Developing More Resilient Teenagers in a Fast-Paced World: Tips and Strategies
What can you remember about your childhood? What were the fun activities you were involved in? How did you keep yourself occupied? Who were your friends? Any special friends? What made these friendships so special? I remember we climbed trees, created our own games...
How a Selfless Magpie Changed a Life – True Stories
Have you ever wondered how diverse the spirit of mentoring is? Have you thought about how powerful mentoring is during a post-pandemic season? These are questions I have been thinking about a lot as a result of two experiences: watching a movie and looking at a...
‘I Believe in You!’ Words That Change Lives.
What are your hopes and dreams? Are you well on your way to achieving them? Do you share these hopes and dreams with anyone? Do you set your personal best goals? How often do you give up on them? Does the experience feel like you are walking up a mountain path that...
The Role of a Resilience Coach in Shaping The Future
‘I can’t fix you, but I can guide you.’ Watching the 2024 Olympics, I was in awe of the incredible talent on display. I warm to the humility of those who climbed the podium to receive a medal, and struggle with many who appear to be incredibly arrogant. I try and...
‘I am Tired of Living Like This. Please Help.’ Olivia’s story
How do you respond when someone walks into your life and asks you to help them? This was my experience with Olivia. Olivia was in her final year of school and was one of the top students academically. She approached me as she felt she needed some assistance to lead a...
A Tribute to All Those Who Gave Me a Chance
I have such gratitude for the people who moved alongside me and guided me in a variety of ways when I entered the workforce during difficult and challenging economic and political times. There were so many unknowns - what was the future looking like? How do I budget?...
Life Lessons from the 2024 Olympics
Did you watch any of the 2024 Olympics? Was there a particular moment or event highlight for you? Have you thought about ways to use the 2024 Olympics to motivate and inspire a young person to reach their potential? Anyone who reads my blogs will know that I love most...
“Never Quit on Me!” When You Understand a Teenager’s Brain, You Can Become a Miracle-maker!
A rebellious child? Feeling helpless and overwhelmed? Crying out for help to reach and connect with a struggling young person? This article might assist that journey. Do you sometimes struggle to understand what is going on in the world of teenagers? Do you see a...
Practical Strategies to Support Those from High-Risk Environments
“Kids don’t need independence, they need interdependence. People are homeless because they have no functioning human relationships in their lives. Who in this society can live independently? All human beings want to belong somewhere.” - Pat O’Brien, Founder of You...
“If They (Terminally Ill Children) Could be Positive and Upbeat, I felt Others Should be.” Life Lessons to Inspire All Ages.
What do you love most in life? What is really important to you in your life? What gives your life meaning? This is the question South African paediatrician, Dr Alastair McAlpine, asked the terminally ill children, aged between four and nine, he was caring for a while...