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The other day, I sat staring at my to-do list for what felt like forever. I knew what needed to get done, but my brain just wouldn’t cooperate.
I felt stuck. And, if I’m being honest, my first instinct was to power through. Push harder. Focus more. Get serious. But then, I did something different.
I grabbed a ball off my desk and tossed it in the air. Then, I stood up, walked around, and made a game by balancing it on the back of my hand.
Within minutes, something shifted. My shoulders relaxed, my mind cleared, and suddenly, the problem that had me stuck? The solution just clicked.
Science shows that play is a powerful tool to rewire the brain for focus and mental reset we so desperately need. You don’t need hours. A few moments of play can clear the fog and bring back that sharp, energised version of you.
This week, we’re sharing ways play can bring that joy back into your life. Ready to feel the difference? Let’s go!
#353: Time Management and Strategy: Amanda Lecaude's Guide for Life Success
Is your mind in overdrive, yet nothing gets done? The key to mental clarity is working smarter. And that starts with better time management.
In this week’s episode of Energetic Radio, we chat with Amanda Lecaude, founder of Organising Students, about strategies to boost focus and create space for what truly matters.
Amanda dives into why analog tools beat digital distractions and how structured routines actually free up more time for creativity.
Tune in now and discover how to bring more clarity and balance to your daily routine!
Giveaway
We’ve talked about how play clears mental fog, but it does something else just as powerful. It reignites motivation and engagement.
Do you have students struggling to focus on math? When learning feels like a chore, it becomes harder to absorb information. That’s where play comes in.
The Area Dice Challenge is a game that transforms math into an active, hands-on experience. Kids roll dice, calculate areas, and move their bodies through fun exercises, boosting focus, learning retention, and energy levels all at once!
And the best part? This game is FREE, so you can start playing today.
Get this game to turn learning into play!
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Daily Mission Cards
The best ideas come when you’re not forcing them. Maybe in the shower or in a rare quiet moment? That’s because your brain needs space to think clearly.
Today’s mission is simple but powerful: Pause. Take 5–10 minutes to sit in silence, focus on your breathing, and let your mind settle. No agenda. No pressure. Just a mental reset that makes room for creativity and calm. Try it today and see how much sharper your mind feels afterwards.
Want more simple, daily ways to refresh your mind? Get the Kindness & Happiness Mission Cards!
Matchy Matchy Dice
We see it all the time. Kids freeze when asked a question, afraid to make the wrong choice. It’s not that they don’t know the answer. They just don’t trust themselves to make a call.
That’s why I love Matchy Matchy Dice, and I think you will, too. It’s a simple, fast-paced game that teaches students how to think on their feet, take smart risks, and trust their decisions, all while having fun!
Perfect for your students if they:
- Struggle with decision-making or overthink everything
- Need a fun way to build confidence in risk-taking
- Love active learning and hands-on challenges
Want this classroom-ready game? Download it HERE!
Teachers’ in Flow
Have you walked into class feeling exhausted and just going through the motions? Let’s be honest: between lesson planning, student needs, and the constant juggling of responsibilities, it’s easy to lose that sense of presence and clarity.
That’s exactly what Teachers’ in Flow is all about. In this transformative webinar, Shaun Kay will help you break free from the constant react-react-react cycle and step into a calm, focused, high-performance mindset where teaching feels energising again.
See how everything changes when you lead from a place of clarity and confidence: your energy, impact, and even how students respond to you.
Student Leadership in Action at McClelland College
We had the incredible opportunity to return to McClelland College for the second year in a row, working with their student leadership team through our 2025 Next Generation Leadership workshop.
This half-day experience brought together student leaders from Years 7 to 12. The energy in the room was electric as students brainstormed and built student-led projects that will shape their school community this year.
It’s inspiring to see schools investing in future leaders, and we can’t wait to see the impact these students will make in 2025.
Join us on this global journey of joy and connection! If you want to bring The School of Play to your community, fill out the form here ➡
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