Today we had a chat over some fruits and it was about decision making. I took an apple and I asked them whether they wanted to eat it or not? And the conversation started there.

I asked them have you ever wondered just how many decisions you make in a day? I got frowned faces. So I answered this question, neuroscientists predict it’s a mind-blowing 35,000! (Yes, I searched about it before, like I do every time we are about to have a debate about a wellbeing project.).

Then I went on to ask them if they could number how many decisions they had to make since they woke up. I started my list by, when I woke up I saw it was 7am so I questioned myself whether I should get up or stay in bed 30more mins. It followed by whether I should drink my coffee with or without milk,  go straight to the computer or enjoy my coffee in the sun, drink a second one or wait for brunch, enjoy the sun or open my phone to check messages etc. Then they started to think of all the decisions they made until then and realised that they were actually a lot!

I told them that someone once told me that life is just a series of decisions, one right after another, each determining the life that we lead. Sometimes the decisions are small and inconsequential, like my morning selections. However, sometimes the decisions are big. They have the power to shape us, such as which college to attend, and the degree to pursue, whom to marry or where to settle down. And the ripple effect that follows can feel like you’re riding a tidal wave. Regardless-big or small, every day these choices are written into our story.

So we talked about how to get to the root of decision making and we came up with these 6 steps;

1. Identify the problem/conflict to be solved.
2. Gather relevant information.
3. Brainstorm possible solutions.
4. Identify potential consequences.
5. Make a choice.
6. Take action

This was a great interaction time and now they know that learning to make their own choices help them be more independent, responsible, and confident. It gives them a sense of control over their lives, reducing anxiety and promoting resilience. Furthermore, it encourages self-exploration and helps them to solidify their values.

Let’s continue with more decision making; whether to eat another fruit or stop there? Let’s apply the 6 steps and make a decision!

Tonight, during our Virtual Boarding  Assembly, has been launched the final Pillar of our Wellbeing Programme: “Making Safe and Responsible Choices”

The key take-away points for this Pillar will be three : first , the ESSENCE of teen brain and the science behind decision making process ; second , consequences and third , self-discipline.

Also, our girls will be given only two choices for their Individual Projects. They will have to join either the discipline revolution project or the happiness project

We hope you had a great holiday! Villa Terray is already open  Let’s go for the last stretch of the school year! !! 💪💪

We are wishing all our girls and their families a happy and peaceful time together during this Easter Break !!

What makes social media actually ‘social’ are the connections users make with other users on the platforms. Every social networking site handles these connections differently, calling them ‘connections’, ‘friends’ and ‘followers’, amongst others. Having friends and followers is how we find out what other people say and do. Your friends and followers are much more likely to see your online content than those outside of your network, which is why it’s important to be mindful of who you connect with and what you share. On some platforms, if two accounts follow each other, this may allow additional communication channels such as private messaging.

Some tips to stay safe online;

1. Be Cautious of Sharing Too Much

2. Adjust Privacy Settings

3. Limit Details About Work History

4. Verify Who You’re Connecting With

5. Keep Control of Comments – Be Aware of Impersonators

6. Don’t Share Personal Details

7. Check Out Your Own Account

8. Know Employer Boundaries or Acceptable Use Policies

9. Control What Information is Shared with Outside Sources

10. Be Careful of Over-Friending

11. Consider Forming a New Social Network

12. Single Sign-On: Open ID

13. What Goes Online Stays Online

14. Know How to Block Unfriendly Followers

15. Keep Passwords Strong

And last but not least, enjoy your social media, but don’t forget to enjoy your social life  ❤️

The girls have been doing a community project this last two weeks, going over the recycling rubbish and separating them once again. They are not only doing it to deal with the consequences of some of their actions but also to save their own planet.

These bins are only supposed to be for PET, but, as you can see in the picture, there are thousands of different things in them that are not PET bottles.

The girls were pleased to do this and at the same time shocked to see how disrespectful the others are towards our planet. Here is a recorded message from them;

Thank you, girls, not only for showing that you are responsible for your actions but towards our planet! As I said before, I am sure you are growing up to be great women.

Seven years with us at Collège du Léman . Time flies !! Too many memories. Love you. Enjoy your day !!

Tonight, we had our Wellbeing Tutorial organised by our counselor Mrs Jody and focused on Stay Safe workshop covering online harassment. Furthermore, we enjoyed our traditional Talent Show Competition organised by our Boarding Activities Team. The girls really enjoyed it !!