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25.01.2022 I thought I would share this again after exploring this concept at our Authentic Parenting Workshop last night! Introducing the Circle of Influence with credit to Dr Stephen Covey. The inner circle is the circle of influence and the outer circle is the circle of concern.... Our first job is to master the inner circle, which is our thoughts, feelings, reactions, attitude and behaviour. Most people unconsciously live in the outer circle which leads to stress, anxiety, anger and depression. Master ourselves first and watch your circle of influence grow! That is where you find purpose, inspire others and experience peace. #charactereducation #rocksolidboys #empoweredgirls #parenting #buildingstrongfamilies

25.01.2022 Friday reflection on something that happened in a program with some Grade 9 boys this week... I feel it’s worth sharing as it’s relevant to all of us. Each of us are ultimately responsible for our own self-belief and identity, however these parts of our character are shaped and influence of the evidence we see in our world and the feedback from others. As parents or people of influence in the lives of our children and young people, it is vital that if we want our kids to gr...ow to have a healthy self image that we are careful of the labels or limiting beliefs that we pass on to our children. It’s important to correct and healthily shape character and behaviour in our kids but it’s also important to understand that behaviour is separate to identity, because identity and how we see ourselves shapes our behaviour and self-esteem. If you want more information on this topic, please let me know in the comments below. Take care, John

25.01.2022 The cornerstone to building strong and healthy psychology is the habit of gratitude. Steve Harvey lays it out for him and his life. Worth a listen and don’t underestimate the power of gratitude!

25.01.2022 Family Meetings are so much more than just a time to discuss the running of the home, they are an opportunity to build a culture of connection and unity that will help you through the toughest times and be a launch pad to your greatest times as a family. Want more info? messge us through Facebook or email us at [email protected]

24.01.2022 This made me laugh... Isnt it so funny how our kids think we were born old and didnt really do much in our life until they were born. (And I thought the same of my parents) The face on the teen daughter says it all. Dad, you are so embarrassing (even though you were part of a world touring heavy metal band with millions of fans)... And the eternal cycle will go on and on...

24.01.2022 Enrolling NOW! Empowered Girls Coming straight out of Lockdown to continue our Character Development and positive Self-Confidence Program for tween and teen girls- Empowered Girls! If you have a young lady aged between 10 and 15 years and you want to start her empowering journey of independence built on self-confidence and self-worth, you will want her to join our upcoming Empowered Girls Character Development Program!!... Starting in just 4 weeks on the 27th of July in Cleveland, so don't miss out. Leave a message or contact us through our FB page for a program overview. [email protected] 0414 273 727 We look forward to working with you to raise your young woman and open her eyes to all that she can be in this life!

22.01.2022 This week (week 4) in the Rock Solid Boys and Empowered Girls programs that we are running we are inviting these young people to start a gratitude diary. A cornerstone habit to wire healthy balance and the ability to see the good things in life even in the midst of lifes challenges. This is the view in my backyard where I sit and take the moment to set up my day with filling the positive side of the scales before the world has the opportunity to rush in with anything nega...tive. Gratitude often gets overlooked because it can feel airy fairy, and like youre living a bumper sticker, especially when we are experiencing tough stuff, but it is and has been the rock solid habit that has helped me come back from tragedy, loss, attacks and challenge in my life. Dont miss the simple things of just starting your day and thinking and feeling grateful for all those things that you do have. I am grateful for my health I am grateful for my character and who I am (took me about 30 years to believe that one!) I am grateful for my wife, our marriage and that I am loved I am grateful for my children and step children, their health, character and relationships I am grateful for my brother and sisters and their families, my mum and dad and the life we have shared I am grateful for our life and lifestyle together I am grateful for Authentic STEPS, our study, our journey in building this organisation and the families and young people we connect with. I am grateful for being Australian and living in a beautiful place, a safe and connected neighbourhood I am grateful for friends, old and new, people of support and so many funny and meaningful times. Where does it end!? Does it mean that there is nothing wrong in our life? No, I can double that with a complaints list.... but does that help me cope and inspire me to keep on moving ahead; no way! It all starts with focussing on what I do have first. I invite and encourage you to make your list each day, role model it with your children and enjoy watching the fruit of this beautiful ritual and how it shapes your life and outlook. Win the morning and you win the day!

21.01.2022 It’s important to acknowledge the present moment, because it’s always passing. What a journey parenting is. The good times, the tough times, the break your heart times... Take a moment with these thought provoking images.

21.01.2022 What a journey being a Parent is... Anyone have stories they want to share like these?

21.01.2022 Great Ads doing the rounds courtesy of our bros from across the ditch. I lived in NZ for about 5 years and they have a great way of getting a message across. Are you having pro-active discussions about tough topics with your kids?... Pornography, cyber-bullying and online predators exist and are affecting your family whether you talk about it or not; so we always say Talk about it. Get alongside your kids as they need help to navigate their world both online and off. Need help? Where here for you too.

20.01.2022 A great article about guiding our boys through the teen years. We love seeing that we are a part of a community of support people singing the same song for our kids and cutting through the noise for parents. Old school values, a connected community or village and relationships with our young people are so critical and can be simple and effective.... Lets stick together in raising and positively influencing our young people and supporting each other as parents leading the way.

20.01.2022 "The Starting Point" is a powerful Presentation where we explore one man's remarkable story of recovery from meningococcal and becoming a quad amputee to demonstrate the simple steps and habits to create a resilient mindset, build a strong character and identity, and most importantly, positive self-belief. This is a presentation for all ages with such an important message for young people and families, but due to current Health Restrictions around gatherings we have been unab...le to deliver these sessions as we originally planned so are looking at online presentations. If you are interested in your family attending one of our live online sessions of "The Starting Point", please like this post or make a comment; and tag a friend that would also benefit from hearing this message. Stay tuned for Ticketing Details for The Starting Point

18.01.2022 Growing up I didnt realise that I had a massive fear of failing! I saw failing or making mistakes as the worst thing possible and it took me till at least my 30s till I realised that this fear was doing nothing but stopping me from trying anything new or following my true passions for life. What a waste of time....... It wasnt until I realised that Failure is part of learning and developing skills, building strength, character and most importantly, mindset, that I broke that fear. With that understanding I started to embrace it and now I have conditioned my mindset to welcome failure; I dont aim to fail, but am happy to acknowledge it if its part of the journey. See the lesson it provides, make the changes and go again. In our programs we teach F.A.I.L as your First Attempt In Learning and true fulfilment in life comes from picking yourself up, seeing the new learning and information from the failure and using that to have another crack at it. Fearing failure does nothing but hold us back from living our best life; and if we are failing, it means we are pursuing something! So can I ask you as role models, do you demonstrate a positive relationship to failure in your home? #failure #buildingstrongcharacter #rocksolidboys #empoweredgirls

17.01.2022 Love this video.... Master older brother and Chef all in one!

17.01.2022 In my 30s I started studying human behaviour and personal growth, which started with looking at myself and looking back at why I did what I did in my life up until that point. As well as the good times, I had to painfully look at the stupid and destructive decisions that I made (which I knew both at the time and in looking back) and in every one, the core issue was my self-esteem and lack of it. Part of breaking the cycle that I had created in thinking poorly of myself each... day for so many years was writing a letter to my younger self, just like Hamish does in this video. Telling my younger self of my new realisation that none of the worries I had created in my mind actually mattered, that everyone has the same fears of not being enough and that they are also too focused on their own fears to even notice whether youre fitting in or wearing the right stuff, doing the cool things or whatever.... What amazing healing from all the regrets I had by simply taking the time to look back and forgive myself for simply not having the wisdom of experience at the time, but then to make a decision to stop living the lie that I told myself for all those years. The fear of failure still pokes up its head every now and then, but I now recognise it and I can uncomfortably but triumphantly push passed it and continue to live in the wisdom I told myself in that letter. It doesnt matter whether you fail or make mistakes, no one really cares that much to take notice, and if they do, it wont be for long anyway. Just be proud that you are brave enough to try because the biggest regret is not failing, its wishing you had tried when you didnt. Youve got this What would tell your younger self? Leave a comment below and lets encourage each other.

15.01.2022 Funny cause its true....

15.01.2022 Finally we are in a position to deliver our tween and teen character development programs again and we can't wait to meet our next group of young people and families that are ready to take the pro-active step into healthy independance and character growth. Enrolling Now for Term 3 and starting on Monday 27th of July in Cleveland. For a program overview, leave a comment below or contact John via email or phone. [email protected] or 0414 273 727 In Rock Solid Boys, we ...help your young man develop the critical character skills that will see them thrive in their teen and adult life. These are skills in: Self and social confidence Self-awareness and emotional control Taking responsibility for their lives Working as part of a team Problem solving and goal setting Understanding the links to thoughts, feelings and behaviour. We do this through 8 themed group sessions (and one on one specialist sessions if needed) where we not only foster a supportive group dynamic, but use practical action based learning to experience and embrace key principles for life. These are: - Treating others and you want to be treated and developing a value system - The power of our words and being an effective communicator - You reap what you sow - Developing an Attitude of Gratitude - Understanding the circle of influence and what we can and cannot control - Act with the end in mind and character goal setting - Understanding the power of our thoughts in what we do - We become what we do every day and the power of routines We run Rock Solid Boys each school term for boys aged between 10 and 14 years old and as we return to full capacity after COVID-19 we are currently enrolling for the Redland City. (however, if you are located in another part of Brisbane and are interested in attending, let me know) If you would like your Son to build these skills for their life and join the growing number of Rock Solid Boys out there; contact us via our Facebook Page or call John directly on 0414 273 727. You can also email [email protected] We have a passion to positively impact young people and provide practical and effective support to families. If you like what we are doing in our programs, please support us by liking our Facebook Page and sharing our posts. Thank you for joining us in our mission. #buildingstrongcharacter #strongfamiliesgrowstrongcommunities #rocksolidboys #strongparenting These programs are popular and fill fast so make contact to get more info and to book an intake consultation with John.

14.01.2022 This is a friends Daughter and I just love her message!! Lets keep helping our children to define themselves and the belief and trust in themselves to follow their dreams and passions. We do this by encouraging young people to focus on their natural strengths and interests and keep building on them to see what passions and dreams fall into alignment with them.... I truly believe that each of us have a purpose, something to give to the world. Ive seen it time and time again; when people follow what they love and what fires them up, its like effortless perfection. In high school and college I was told you dont get paid for talking to people or day dreaming Mr Rutter so get back to work and its exactly what I do now.... I actually see both those character traits as some of my greatest assets and my love for people and creativity brings me great fulfilment. What fires you up and brings you your greatest fulfilment??

13.01.2022 Dear Friends, I encourage you to tune in Sunday to watch the full documentary on this amazing program in a community in Armidale WA that is run by an organisation called The Fathering Project. This is an organisation that I have followed for a few years personally and was invited to work with them in launching the Queensland state office and developing and delivering their Fathering content and programs.... What a privilege it is to work with Dads in their most important role; being a father to their kids. This documentary is an example of how we use Dads Groups to bring about genuine change in Fathers, their families and the broader community. All Dads, no matter how confident and competent they are, benefit from connecting with other Dads as they encourage each other and continue their personal growth as men of influence for their kids and community. This documentary focuses on Dads within a tough cycle of fatherlessness and shows the effects of effective Fathering, but dont think that this issue only affects lower socioeconomic communities. The role of the Father in a childs life is pivotal across every family, community and level of society. If you would like to join a Dads Group or get more information, contact me or start engaging with The Fathering Project at www.thefatheringproject.org

13.01.2022 This short video has been doing the rounds and it’s quite funny.... catch the wine, drop the child... Do you have any face palm parenting stories like this??

13.01.2022 Lets have a bit of fun!! Recreate this selfie with whatever is close to you right now!! Post your photos in the comments!!

13.01.2022 When language doesnt really matter. I love this. Two souls in tune by just being present with each other.

12.01.2022 Happy Fathers Day to all the Fathers and Father Figures out there. Enjoy the acknowledgement of the role you play in your familys lives.

11.01.2022 If a true snapshot of the world is though the lens of social media, then I fear we are in great trouble. I see so much anger and debate with so many people fighting for their position to not only be heard but also then to be considered right!. That through violent and aggressive exchanges, everyone suddenly comes to a collective decision that one side was wrong and the other right and we can now move on together... Ive never seen humans do this. In all of history, if the...re is ever a winner and a loser in a battle, humans struggle to move on. The battle may fall silent, but its always there, waiting for the next spark to re-ignite it. In everything I am seeing, Mother Teresas words could not be truer. We have forgotten that we belong to each other. One doesnt belong to an other, we belong to each other and if we focus on what we do have in common and what binds us rather than separate us, there isnt a winner or a loser, because if one loses, we all lose. In our home, if there is conflict for any reason I have found the only way to break a stalemate is to focus on that connection and togetherness of being a family is more important that one of us being right and that which binds us has more importance than that which separates us. If we truly believe that and invest in it, people have space and reason to back down if needed and find a solution honouring family. Lets hold humanity up as that which binds us and that we truly are one race, living on one planet, and all basically wanting the same thing. We belong to each other.

11.01.2022 Ive had a big few weeks meeting with parents of Teen boys and Im seeing a common theme that I think we can all use as a reminder. What is our role as parents to our kids? Is it to be their carer and provider?... To be their teacher? To be their sports or music coach? To be their counsellor and just listen? To be their guide and show them the way? To be their disciplinarian and correct behaviour and tell them where they are going wrong? To be their biggest and greatest supporter and encourager? In my experience, I see my role as a Dad and Step-Dad to be ALL of these things at times, but if I do any of them without deep and meaningful relationship FIRST then none of it makes a difference and I just get tired and discouraged myself.... Our kids need us in their lives (even when they say they dont) but just like us bigger kids, we always respond better to support, guidance, correction and advice if there is a firm foundation of love, trust and respect first. Being a parent is hard work, lets be honest, but if you want to make it easier on yourself, focus on showing unconditional love to your kids and pro-actively do things that build relationship. From there, the rest of the list comes more naturally and everyone is better for it.

11.01.2022 If you are the parent of a Teenage Boy; then this post is for you. Our boys are struggling with the journey to adult life and our mental health and crime statistics reflect this. We are now enrolling for our Rites of Passage Remote Bush Camp and Mentoring Program scheduled in the September School Holidays - 25th, 26th an 27th of September. For Teen Boys aged 14 and 17 years based in the greater Brisbane area. Contact John on 0414 273 727 or Message me via this post for more details.

10.01.2022 Anyone teaching English at home this week?

10.01.2022 A powerful example of Values being the benchmark of how we operate and make decisions. I love the statement what would my mom think of that? As parents we have a powerful voice that will stay with our kids for years to come. ... Lets make sure they are empowering and value based messages being replayed in their mind at times when they need them.

09.01.2022 Only a week and a bit till it starts and there’s just 2 spots left for this term. Get in contact with me to book an enrolment meeting and get more info!

09.01.2022 Enrolling Now with limited spaces in both our Rock Solid Boys and Empowered Girls Character Development and Positive Mental Health Habits Programs. Starting in Term 3 on the 27th of July in Cleveland, so get in now before the programs are filled. Contact us via our Facebook page or comment below to receive the program overview and more information on how our tween and teen programs can help your young people develop skills for healthy independence and character that will see ...them thrive through their teen years. As parents, we are equally here for you by helping you build a framework for your whole family to thrive. We are so confident that we have cracked the code on the principles and strategies to positively influence your young people that we offer a 100% money back guarantee! That if you dont see positive changes in your family after participating in our programs and following our steps, then you can have your financial investment back!

09.01.2022 Some light fun for the weekend.... What do you choose? I do love books... and coffee and chocolate goes well with reading a good book.... (And I have to confess that when I read messy bun, I thought of a Cinnabon straight away haha)

09.01.2022 There are so many principles that we believe in represented in this one cartoon. Think of the big picture as a parent and start with the end in mind. Your role is to simply plant good and positive seeds in the character of your kids and trust them to grow from there. (Just keep watering)... The values you demonstrate each day will outlast you and impact your grandkids You reap what you first sow Thanks to my Dad for who I am now. He only got to see the start but hes a part of everything I do.

08.01.2022 To love unconditionally is a difficult thing if you have not experienced it and as Dr Shefali says, if you have not learned to unconditionally love and be truly at peace with who you are. As parents, our children or so often mirrors of ourselves and it takes courage to truly look at what they represent to us. What is it that we expect of our children?... Academic excellence? Why? Sporting prowess? Why? All are great things to experience but it is great to check in on the Why...

07.01.2022 Interesting to see Stars as young People. All with different stories of hardship or privilege, opportunity or hard work. Makes you think I reckon....... We all start out the same... we all have dreams, passions and things that excite us for life. Interesting...

06.01.2022 What a fierce competitor Martina was and clearly still is in this game of life. It is so true that life is lived twice. Once in our mind first and then in the world. Get the dress rehearsal right up there and things go great in the final performance!!

05.01.2022 Rock Solid message Steve Harvey

03.01.2022 Happy Mothers Day to all the Mums and Step-Mums out there and in our lives. What an irreplaceable role you play and we are grateful today and every day for what you have done for us and continue to do. Enjoy this day in honour of you. If you know me, I am a big fan of an amazing songwriter named Paul Kelly; and I love this song he recently wrote called Every Day My Mothers Voice. The words capture the lasting impression a mothers influence has on us.... I love the line: Every day I build my life, on her sacrifice Every day I face my strife But I know where to go for advice... Happy Mothers Day Can I also acknowledge the women out there that have a desire to be Mums but for varying reasons are not able. https://www.facebook.com/7642253607/posts/10158136356928608?sfns=mo

03.01.2022 This was something new for us, but COVID-19 is an opportunity for us to practice what we preach and focusing on what we can and can't control in our lives. So we just have to share our support and strategies to families in a new way. Last night was our first Live Stream Parenting Session having a small group in attendance and a larger audience online! Thanks to Josh Kuskopf and his Team at Splashzone Media for bringing the tech and know-how to make it happen!... #authenticparenting #rocksolidboys #empoweredgirls #theyouthandparentingwhisperer

02.01.2022 Who can relate?

02.01.2022 This made me laugh!! The moment you realise that the smell of cocoa does not match the taste!! Those Cocoa coughs!!!

02.01.2022 Posted last year not knowing what was ahead in 2020 but still so relevant and what I am maintaining as a way forward from lessons learned and observations made during the past 6 months.... Just be and focus on uncovering your purpose for living; and serve mankind in the process.

01.01.2022 Weve had some great conversations with families recently in relation to building family codes or agreements and this acronym is a great guide to incorporate into any household and therefore into every day life for your kids, (and us adults). Teaching your kids and giving them tools like this helps guide and build self-regulation and therefore social confidence. And remember that the best influence you have is in how you set the culture and role model.... Enjoy!!

01.01.2022 After each Parent Session, when a Youth Program concludes or after a family support session, you tell us that you want a way to get ongoing connection and support with our resources and methodology. Well here it is!!! "The Village" is launching in just 4 weeks time. Join The Village and journey with us as we unpack monthly topics that will give you practical tools and inspiration to feel fulfilled in your life as an individual, a spouse or partner and a parent and person of ...influence to your children and family. As with everything we do, our content is not just theory, it is our life and experiences coupled with proven principles, tips and strategies that help you lead the life you want and be a powerful role model to your children and young people. The African Proverb that "it takes a village to raise a child" could not be more accurate, but we feel that the village is not just to benefit the child, it is there to support and share the load as a parent. We look forward to having you join our village where we can gather and support each other in this journey of life. Stay tuned for more details and how you can Join "The Village" Group on our Facebook Page. Here is a snippet of some of the modules you will have access to, including live sessions, social events, podcasts, webinars and discussions that will cover parenting, personal development, relationships and positive mental health.

01.01.2022 A reminder to fill your day and life with moments... dont rush, just be