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You’ve been there: you set a goal, you get excited, you tell yourself this time will be different… and then, days or weeks later, you feel stuck, frustrated, or just plain drained.
It’s not because you’re failing. It’s because your brain is wired to crave progress and meaningful rewards, and when those are missing, motivation naturally fades.
This week, we’re exploring gamified routines that can help you reclaim your motivation, tapping into your brain’s natural dopamine cycles to make progress feel exciting again. Let’s dive in!
#361: The Art of Saying No, Finding Flow, and The Power of Creative Play
When you chase motivation through constant busyness, you risk burning out, and ultimately, you lose the motivation you’re trying to fuel.
That’s why this Energetic Radio episode is so powerful. Paul Campbell and I open up about the art of saying no. Instead of chasing short-term spikes, we explore how to build a more sustainable balance: one that nurtures your energy, supports your well-being, and reconnects you to what really matters.
Listen in and learn how to balance ambition with sustainability and rediscover the kind of joy that lasts!
Daily Mission Cards
When motivation drops, we tend to push ourselves harder. However, sometimes the best reset comes from slowing down.
Today's mission: step outside, close your eyes, and let the noise of the day fade away. For ten minutes, you do nothing but breathe. No phone, no to-do list, no expectations.
It may sound small, but this intentional pause gives your brain space to recalibrate and gently reactivates your natural motivation cycles. When you return, you're more present and better equipped to take on what's next.
Check out the Creative Play and Movement Mission Cards for 50 playful prompts to inspire your next joyful reset!
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Weekly Reflection Planner
Ever feel like you rush from one task to the next? That sense of always moving silently drains motivation.
The Weekly Reflection Planner breaks that cycle. It's a mindful tool that invites you to pause once a week and reflect on your journey. You'll celebrate the highlights, check in on your well-being, and set clear, actionable goals for the week ahead.
Over time, this gentle routine makes progress visible and keeps you connected to your purpose.
Sign up to get the planner and start transforming your weeks with clarity and joy!
Giveaway
Are you checking off goals but not feeling more fulfilled? That’s the trap of poorly designed routines.
The Happiness Booster Daily Routine is a FREE, beautifully designed checklist that encourages you to build meaningful habits each day. With playful, science-backed activities, this printable chart enables you to strengthen your well-being without relying on external rewards.
Download your copy and start creating a daily rhythm that feels good, inside and out!
Learn How To Design & Live Your Bucket List Life Before It’s too Late! with Trav Bell
Do you put off the life you really want for “someday”, even though someday, never really comes?
This session with Trav Bell is a powerful reset. You’ll get a wake-up call to create a meaningful, holistic life plan that truly excites you.
Trav’s contagious energy and no-nonsense approach will inspire you to stop waiting for the “perfect time” and start crafting the work-life balance you need to make your dreams a reality before it’s too late.
Create an account to access the Learn How To Design & Live Your Bucket List Life and start creating your #tickitB4Ukickit plan today!
Kicking Off Connection at Mornington Secondary
Last week at Mornington Secondary College, we launched our brand-new keynote, Connection Before Content, with an energetic, laughter-filled session that brought the entire staff together. It was inspiring to watch educators prioritise well-being and fun as part of their professional learning.
A huge thank you to the Mornington team for welcoming us. We’re thrilled to be part of your journey toward a happier, more connected school culture!
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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