The Discovery of Yourself programme

The Discovery of Yourself programme is arranged in a series of twelve sessions aimed at those young people who are on the verge of either exclusion or have ‘lost’ their way and require some focus in their lives.We use PowerPoint, video and role play, ensuring our programmes encompass the VAK(visual, auditory and kinaesthetic) principle of learning.

Programme Objectives

In order to function effectively in life we all need to be able to look ahead and predict the probable outcome of our actions. Young people more than ever require these vital skills that will lead them to success

They will focus on aspects of:

· Working with others

· Problem solving

· Improving one’s own learning

The Programme Content

1. Respect –What is it all about?

2. Peer pressure- Understand its positive and negative effects.

3. Communication- Learn how to communicate effectively.

4  Who am I?-Do you really know who you are? Or are you told who you are?

5. Anger-Learn about anger, remember 'he who angers you, controls you'

6. Choices and consequences-Learn how to make positive choices.

7. Managing your time-Your time keeping is a summary of who you are.

8. Physical contact-When is a touch is too much?(SRE)

9. Reality bites-Life is not easy; learn how to manage the realities of life.

10.Behaviour and attitude-How to get it right in order to be a success.

11.Setting goals-Learn strategies to set and achieve your goals.

12.Motivation-Learn how to be motivated, even when you don’t want to be.