The ReachOut Parents and Carers Forum will close from 25th November 2024. Thanks to all parents and carers who have contributed to the Forum over the past 8 years - we appreciate it! For free professional coaching, check out our One-on-One Support service.
Need help now?

Wellbeing Activity- Trying something new

Discussion forum for parents in Australia

Wellbeing Activity- Trying something new

Reply
Star contributor
Jess1-RO

Wellbeing Activity- Trying something new

Message contains an image

Trying new things is the spice of life! Sometimes doing something new as a family, or with your young person - or even just by yourself, is just what is needed. 

 

giphy (3).gif

This week's activity: 

1. Think about something you never or rarely do with your family  - and do it! Talk to your teen about something new that they might want to try this week- you can do this activity together!

2. If you're stuck for ideas, post in this thread, and get some ideas from others!

3. Once you've done something report back

4. Suggest new things for others to try too

 

Some ideas to get you going: 

- learn to play a new instrument 

- order a different cuisine next time you're getting take away 

- go rock climbing 

- watch a documentary on something you know nothing about

- go see a play 

- start knitting 

- take a dance class 

- choose a different route on your way home 

- try a new coffee shop

__________

Check out our community activities calendar here
Active scribe
WhaeaM

Re: Wellbeing Wednesday Activity- Trying something new

You could also try have 'dates'.  One where you pick the activity and place and one where your teen picks the activity and place.  Smiley Wink

Star contributor
Jess1-RO

Re: Wellbeing Wednesday Activity- Trying something new

Fantastic idea @WhaeaM - is this something you do with your teen? 

__________

Check out our community activities calendar here