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Life Skills Session on “Mindset” @ Remand Home

Activity Report

Location: Remand Home
Activity Date: 28.08.2024
Start Time: 10:00 AM End Time: 12:00 PM

Facilitators: Elena, Ailina, Laura, Vivian.
Number of Participants: 20
Male: 18 Female: 2

Activity Purpose/ Summary:
The main purpose of this meeting was to help the kids with their mindset. Often, people find it difficult to think clearly because they are holding onto things that cannot be changed. This session aimed to help them shift their energy to things they can change and improve. Many people worry about losing toxic friends, not realizing that this is one of the best steps they can take in life.

Personnel Input:
The personnel conducted the class and taught the children. They asked them questions and helped them answer the ones they were asked.

Achievements:
The kids responded positively and learned to think correctly.

Unanticipated Achievements:
The kids responded well and were ready to change their mindset.

Supporting Partners:
Remand Home

August 28, 2024

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