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The Change School is a holistic education provider for transformative learning and self-actualisation. We design and deliver experiential programs to develop every person’s intellectual, emotional, physiological and creative potential - encouraging both personal and collective responsibility to continuously learn and grow. We work with individuals and organisations to build connection, meaning and self-directed learning for life and work in the 21st century and beyond.

We believe, with the right tools, change can be a force for good.

Embrace Change. Navigate through Change. Thrive in Change.

WHY

Change is the only constant in life - Heraclitus

Change Cycle

W H AT W E D OE X P E R I E N T I A L L E A R N I N G I N A N A C T I V E &

C O L L A B O R AT I V E P E E R E N V I R O N M E N T

LEARNING JOURNEYS //

RETREATS

BITE-SIZE CLASSES // GYM

BITE-SIZE PROGRAMS // PRIVATE GYM

Individuals need self-awareness and clarity of their personal values

They can align their values in life and work with clarity,

confidence and emotional intelligence

They are better equipped to navigate through change and

by remaining resilient and in a state of flow.

They can become socially and culturally sensitive citizens of the

world who continually inspire others to do good.

Action and change become reality.

HOWTheory Of Change

H O W T O M A K E T H E M O S T O F Y O U R T I M E O F F

What we will cover…• The importance of time off

• The case for time off

• Common barriers

• Intention and goal setting

• Switching Off vs Switching Modes

• Planned vs Unplanned time off

• Aligning values and choices

• Getting unstuck (Change Ventures)

• Helpful resources

• Your roadmap

• Recap and key takeaways

• Discussion points

T H E I M P O R TA N C E O F T I M E O F F

Research shows that we need to be much smarter about what we’re actually doing when we have time off, in order to reap the full benefits, such as:

• Work/Life balance

• Energy and sense of well-being

• Prevent burn-out (emotional, physical, mental sustainability)

• Positive work reflection (or any reflection)

• Proactive and constructive behaviour

• Creative flow

• New perspective

T H E C A S E F O R T I M E O F FScientific studies suggest a direct correlation between quality time off and productivity, positivity, clarity and creativity. If feelings of guilt are preventing you from taking time off, it may be worth learning more about its actual benefits.

Focused vs Diffused mode Optimising Energy

"Idleness is not just a vacation, an indulgence or a vice; it is a necessary condition that is indispensable to the brain …deprived of it, we suffer mental affliction.”

"The space and quiet that idleness provides is a necessary condition for standing back from life and seeing it whole, for making unexpected connections and waiting for the

wild summer lightning strikes of inspiration—it is, paradoxically, necessary to getting any work done.”

New York Times

C O M M O N B A R R I E R S

• Auto-pilot mode

• Not planning ahead

• Keeping busy

• Failing to draw boundaries

• Under-valuing slow, pause, presence

• Being uncomfortable alone

• Quantity vs Quality

• Neglecting self-care out of guilt

W H AT ’ S S T O P P I N G Y O U ?

Making the most of time off is a conscious choice to live live intentionally and realise our goals.

• Big picture review

• Get organised / caught up

• Strategise and prioritise

• Improve relationships

• New experience

• Planning or preparation

• Increased productivity or presence

• Downtime

W H AT I S Y O U R I N T E N T I O N ?

When it comes to taking quality time off, the problem doesn’t lie so much what we have to do, but with ourselves and our mindset. Rather than switching off, think about switching modes based on what you need:

• Non-work mode (psychological detachment)

• Relaxation mode (in praise of slow)

• Learning mode (mastery experience)

• Social mode (community experience)

• Helping mode (social benefit)

S W I T C H I N G O F F V S S W I T C H I N G M O D E S

M O V E F O R W A R D

PLANNED

• Maximise return on time invested

• Logistics

• Knowing what to expect

• Better for groups or distant destinations

• Psychological comfort

UNPLANNED

• Being in the moment

• Freedom and flexibility

• Adventure of the unknown

• More relaxation

• New discoveries

• Breaking routine

Thinking Beyond Borders - https://thinkingbeyondborders.org

UnCollege - uncollege.org

Career Shifters - http://www.careershifters.org/

Career Break Site - http://www.thecareerbreaksite.com/

Your Sabbatical - http://yoursabbatical.com/

O N L I N E R E S O U R C E S

H E L P F U L R E S O U R C E S

What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast – And Two Other Short Guides to Achieving More at Work and at Home

• What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast—to jump-start the day productively.

• What the Most Successful People Do On the Weekend—to recharge and prepare for a great week.

• What the Most Successful People Do at Work—to accomplish more in less time.

R E A D I N G

Play with POSSIBILITIES

Tie up LOOSE ENDS

Get in the right MINDSET

Decide WHEN

Decide HOW LONG

Decide WHERE

Know your WHY

Set your INTENTION

Define your GOALS

Phase 1: REFLECT

Phase 2:PLAN

Phase 3: PREPARE

Y O U R R O A D M A P

R E C A P & K E Y TA K E A W AY• Productivity x3 (and resources)

• Clarity x2 (and guidance)

• Better quality time off x2

• How to switch off and actually enjoy days off without the guilt and stress.

• How to better organise free time and do the things I want to (e.g. learn a new language)

• What to plan for and what kinds of things to expect, emotionally and practically

• Life hacks

• Ideas, inspiration, good vibes

T H I N G S T O C O N S I D E R• What is your intention?

• What do you want to achieve?

• How much time do you need?

• What are the optimal conditions for you to reach your goal?

• What does productivity or “doing more” mean to you?

• What’s on your Dream List (do you have one)?

• What routines or smaller habits do you want to build?

• Where (or to whom) do you want to invest more time or attention?

T H A N K Y O U !

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