Author: Ellen Homstad

Turn the flashlight around

You are your own biggest critic. We too often focus on our flaws, pointing at everything that could be better – whether it is our looks, school achievements, sports performance or social media following. You don’t need to aim for perfection. That will only hold you back from reaching your potential and doing what makes […]

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The power of an inclusive culture at school

More than 20 years ago I met a street priest who recognised MOT’s work. “I call the work you are doing the pursuit of the faster donkey” I did not understand what he meant, but he proceeded to tell me the following story. “A man was assaulted by thieves and left wounded in the ditch. […]

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5 things to consider before you gossip

It can be tempting to talk about others in conversations. But before you start spreading rumours, take a second to give these points a thought. Imagine they listened. Would you not speak about them in the same way if they were listening to the conversation? Then don’t say it. If you have a problem with […]

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MOT holds the key to better school environments

We all keep searching for new opportunities how to give more youth MOT. There are many differences between MOT countries, but the needs and long-term goals are similar – to overcome the challenges that Covid has brought with it in the best possible way. Even in tough times, there are always opening new windows of […]

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MOT Thailand’s strategy plans and new sponsorships

On September 2nd, 2021, MOT Thailand held a meeting of Foundation’s Executive Committees to determine the guideline for the operation of the schools when they reopen again on November 1st, 2021. The summary of the meeting is as follows: To contact the secondary schools to coordinate meetings with the school directors of each school by phone […]

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Youth story of the month: MOT Latvia

Three years ago I was completely exhausted, sad and unfortunate. When MOT came into my life, I learned to be more open to others and certainly returned the joys of my life. When there was a chance to become Young MOTivator, I took this challenge and at no moment did I regret that decision. So […]

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Prestigious international award for MOT Latvia

September for MOT Latvia has been another wonderful month especially because of the fact that MOT sessions can happen again in person! MOT coaches are happy to come back and meet their youth. Perhaps some schools still have some wariness and anticipating attitudes, but many good practices also force others to be brave and just […]

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MOT South Africa’s youth blogger on having the Courage to Care

Darren is a Young MOTivator and the current winner of the Are Hovstad Award. The following text is his reflections on the difference having the Courage to care can mean to somebody. The following content will be the events that were the highlight of my week. These events were random acts of kindness and showing […]

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MOT Denmark’s exciting MOT Basic Education

From 7th to 9th of September, MOT Denmark held this year’s first MOT-education. This time with nearly 70 people rocking the venue in Grenå. 3 days filled with energy, high spirit, and lots of laughter –   just what we needed to get jetfuel, after a long time without people around us! At the same time, […]

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