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For the parents

"Imagine your child preparing to embark on a long, challenging, and uncertain journey...
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As a parent, you want to do ​everything you can - to prepare him, to guide him, and to share the best wisdom you have. You equip him with everything he might need: the finest tools, food for the road, warm clothes, raincoat for storms, and a compass to help him find his way.
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You want him to be ready - strong, confident and ready to navigate whatever lies ahead.
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Because the journey is real.
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We call it "Life".

Our Projects

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We developed four age-specific programmes, that encourages children to grow confidence, resilience and self-aware minds. We complemented this work with workshops for both teachers and parents. The Confident Mind™ coaching programmes are designed to help children and learners of all ages build practical mindset skills in non-therapeutic, coaching-focused way. 

Why
is important

In a world full of pressures, The Confident Mind™ empower children to master their mindset and emotions, embrace their strengths, and face several challenges with confidence:​

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  • Emotional dysregulation – many children feel overwhelmed by emotions they don’t yet know how to manage.

  • Overexposure to digital screens and social media – constant online connectivity can increase stress, distractibility, and social comparison.

  • Social comparison impacting self-identity – children often measure themselves against peers or unrealistic standards, affecting confidence and self-worth.

  • Academic pressure and performance-related stress – testing, homework, and competition can contribute to anxiety and burnout.

  • Unrealistic social expectation affecting self-esteem – societal messages about success, appearance, and behaviour can erode resilience and self-belief.

How 
it works

The Confident Mind™ - Coaching Programmes, are designed to go beyond traditional academics. We equip children with the skills to navigate life's challenges with confidence, resilience, and a positive mindset.​​

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  • Emotional resilience: Learning to manage stress, anxiety, and strong emotions effectively.

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  • Confidence and self-esteem. Building a positive self-identity grounded in personal strengths, not comparison.

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  • Problem-solving skills: Strengthening critical thinking, decision-making, and adaptability.

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  • Social-emotional intelligence: Improving empathy, communication, and collaboration with peers.

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  • Mindful engagement: Helping children focus, set goals, and stay motivated in school and beyond.

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More about our method

Our approach-focused and experiential learning:

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  • Practical Exercises -actively practice emotional regulation, problem-solving, and goal setting through guided exercises.

  • Role-Play and Interactive Games: imaginative role-play scenarios / team-based games, children explore their mindset skills in a safe, supportive social environment.

  • Reflection & Discussion: children reflect on what they’ve learned and how to apply these skills in daily life.

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More about
mind coaching

Why Mind Coaching Helps:

Contemporary children face complex pressures that can impact their emotional well-being, confidence, and overall development. "The Confident Mind™ - coaching programmes, equips them with the tools to navigate these challenges effectively:

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  • Managing Anxiety and Emotions: Mind Coaching teaches children practical strategies to recognize, understand, and regulate overwhelming emotions, helping them stay calm, focused, and resilient in stressful situations.

  • Healthy Digital Engagement: By fostering self-awareness and mindful habits, Mind Coaching helps children navigate screen time and social media in a balanced way, reducing distraction, stress, and the negative effects of constant comparison.

  • Building a Positive Self-Identity: Mind coaching encourages children to focus on their personal strengths rather than comparing themselves to peers or unrealistic standards, boosting self-esteem and authentic self-confidence.

  • Coping with Academic Pressure: Students learn problem-solving, goal-setting, and stress-management strategies that enable them to handle homework, tests, and performance expectations with confidence and reduced anxiety.

  • Strengthening Resilience Against Social Expectations: Mind Coaching helps children critically evaluate societal and peer pressures, reinforcing self-belief and resilience in the face of unrealistic expectations about success, appearance, and behaviour.

Let’s Grow Confidence

9 Commodore Place, Britannia Heights, Nelson, 7010

New Zealand

Tel: +64 275 244 345

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