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“Our research shows that for every dollar invested for a child in a circus training program, seven dollars are potentially saved in their future mental health costs,” said lead researcher Dr Richard McGrath. Bridges has long been an advocate for the arts as a means of providing accessible wellbeing programs and offering communities an opportunity to share stories that are important to them. Bridges offers support to young people and families through their Family Mental Health Support Service with offices in Gayndah and Kingaroy and outreach across the Burnett region. Feedback from our team working in the Burnett was that young people needed something in the school holidays to engage them socially and physically. We approached Flipside Circus, Queensland’s largest youth focused arts organisation, who offer circus training programs across Queensland. So why is a mental health service organisation supporting a circus workshop program to tour the region you might ask? Circus training and performing is a fantastic way of maintaining physical and mental wellbeing. There is a wealth of academic and scientific research that has been conducted in Australia and internationally that demonstrates the wellbeing benefits of participating in circus. Circus skills includes a variety of acrobatics (including tumbling, balancing and trampoline), juggling, aerials (such as trapeze, silks and lyra) and hoops as experienced in the recent Flipside Circus workshops. Research conducted by the University of South Australia in 2019, analysing the experiences of 55 participants in a children’s (aged 8-14 years) circus school program, demonstrated that there were significant improvements in the young people’s mental wellbeing; particularly stress relief, self-esteem, confidence and socialisation. The study showed that there is a quantifiable social return from circus. To continue reading click below: https://lnkd.in/eR4U45Zy #flipsidecircus #wellbeing #northburnett #southburnett #youth #mentalhealth #artsled

Why did a circus act make me think of working with clients and partners? I took my littlest niece to the Moscow Family Circus a few weeks ago and this noisy wheel of potential death was one of the featured acts. I was the one peeking through my fingers as the riders revved and whizzed around. But what struck me was the absolute trust, skill and confidence between the team members, and the escalation of the act when they were good and ready. It was the teamwork I admired, and it made me think of the ways we like to work with clients and partners at ResilientCo. 🔸Bringing our experience 🔸Leading where we need to 🔸Acting as extra arms and legs where we have to 🔸Building capacity where we can We’re also flexible, and know that sometimes, the organisations we work with need to walk before they run. Despite their speciality acts, everyone wore multiple hats in the circus and dug in to help their colleagues to get a good audience-focussed result. See how I connected it? Plus it’s just a really cool video (sound on) 😊 #TeamWork #Strategy

It’s Your Circus 🎪 Sometimes our lives can feel like we are ringmasters of a three ring circus that might seem to be getting a bit wild. Ring 1 is the work ring, necessary but can be disruptive to the rest of the circus. Ring 2 is the one where all of our other daily activities perform, which sometimes might look like a bunch of clown cars out of control. Ring 3 is where personal time and self care take place but often overlooked because it is happening overhead, like a tightrope walker. This is the act that requires great balancing skill and sometimes without a net. So how can we become better ringmasters? 🎪 schedule time for each ring and dedicate time for each performance. 🎪 don’t add any more acts unless you have the capacity for the extra work. 🎪 ask for help, sometimes it might be the clowns that can be of service. 🎪 don’t forget to take care of the tightrope walker and ringmaster, self care and family are your safety net. As the ringmaster it’s up to you to organize your circus so that you too are having fun. #itsyourcircus #activatedlife #healthandwellness #selfcare #livealohalivewell #underafullmoonandaguidingstar #alakaiassociates

Circus Maximus: Return of the Champion by Annelise Gray Circus Maximus: Return of the Champion really evokes the historical period of the story, as well as providing an action-packed plot. The plot is detailed and audacious and there is a list of characters, information on chariots, and historical references. #teachers #schools #English #learning

Christmas Movie Quiz Time! 🎬🎅 We're diving into the festive spirit at Simply IT with a fun Christmas Movie Quiz—and now it's your turn to join in! Think you know your holiday classics? Let’s see how you do on these. Drop your answers in the comments below! We’ll reveal the answers soon—and who knows, you might just be the honorary Simply IT Christmas Movie Master! 👑 #ChristmasQuiz #FestiveFun #SimplyITSolutions #TeamSpirit #HolidayCheer #ChristmasMovies #MakingITSimple #SimplyIT

Looking to buy and manage a strip club or adult booth peep show? Need advice on pros, cons, and experiences?   ManagingStripClub #AdultEntertainmentBusiness #AdviceNeeded Hey there! So, you're thinking about diving into the world of owning and managing a strip club or an adult booth peep show, huh? 🤔 Well, here are some things you should consider before taking the plunge: Pros: Potential for high profits, especially in popular locations Opportunity to create a unique and entertaining atmosphere Ability ... Source: https://lnkd.in/gd4cwYQP #mymetric360

Vacation Vibes and Marine Insights 🌊🚢 Just back from a Color Line trip from Oslo to Kiel. Turns out that an Hs of 2.8m and Tp of 7 seconds is enough to stop dancers from performing on stage 😅💃 Unlike other marine operations I however doubt that they perform heading changes in order to reduce vessel motion and optimize operability of dancing activities 🫨 🌪️✨#MarineOperations #VacationInsights #MarineEngineering

11 years ago I was at the height of my ballroom dancing career with my wife Solange Cardona At the time we were still unmarried. Building a relationship which despite life s challenges is now stronger than ever This is a moment I cherish a lot as it was ballroom dancing that brought us together back in 2010, the year we met for the first time. Ballroom was something different I had tried. Strange and yet I learnt a lot from it. Found my life partner in the process. Sometimes doing different things leads to opportunities and life changing moments. Don’t be afraid of change. It can make you a better person, even in your relationship. #couplescoaching #moneycoaching #relationshipgoals

Yesterday, I found myself at the lake and I couldn't help but laugh as I observed the various drivers attempting to back their boats into the water. It was like watching a live-action comedy where each performance was more entertaining than the last. Each driver confidently approaches the ramp, only to find themselves in a hilarious struggle, making multiple attempts to get that boat trailer aligned just right. They perform that daunting dance known as the boat ramp ballet. I came across a video this morning that perfectly captures this moment. It features the "boat trailer backer upper guys," who seems to have a complete disregard for those pesky side mirrors and the laws of 8th-grade physics. It’s as if they’ve mastered the art of bending space and time, yet somehow, their boat still ends up nowhere near the intended target. What struck me most was the camaraderie among the onlookers. Everyone was cheering, laughing, and offering unsolicited advice, turning what could be a frustrating experience into a shared moment of joy. It reminded me that sometimes, the most challenging tasks can lead to the best stories and connections. Whether you're a seasoned boater or a first-timer, remember that the boat ramp ballet is a rite of passage. Embrace that you will have a few laughs along the way. Share your own boat ramp stories and let’s celebrate the joy of trying (and sometimes failing) together. Have you ever had a memorable boat ramp experience? I’d love to hear your stories in the comments below! If this post made you smile, connect with me, give it a like, and repost it to spread some laughter today with our LinkedIn friends! #Boating #BoatRampBallet #TrailerTales #LakeLifeLaughs #Humor