Matt Cogin Levelling Up Unleasing Human Potential

Game Changer: Part 2

Years 10 to 12 | 45 to 120 mins | Any size group

Matt Cogin with students at St John XXIII Catholic College workshop, Sydney

Mental Toughness & Emotional Intelligence

This follow-up session focuses on building emotional intelligence and mental toughness. Setbacks and challenges are part of life — how we choose to see and respond to them is what defines us. Students will be equipped with tools to reframe adversity and build an unstoppable mindset.

Matt Cogin from Levelling Up Game Changer Workshop, Sydney

Key Themes

  • Reframing obstacles as opportunities
  • Developing emotional regulation (responding vs. reacting)
  • Building self-awareness and inner mental toughness
  • Understanding personal branding:
    • How I see myself
    • How others see me
    • How I want to be seen
  • Identifying and shifting ANT’s (Automatic Negative Thoughts)
  • Changing self-talk to change how we show up for others

This workshop helps students reset how they think, feel, and respond under pressure – both now and in the future.

Program Details

  • Target Audience: Year 10 to 12 students
  • Length: 45 to 120 minutes
  • Group Size: Any size group
  • Focus: Self-awareness, mental toughness, connection
  • Key Outcomes: Improved confidence, greater emotional intelligence, stronger social connections, and the ability to thrive in discomfort.

“He had the students hooked with his inspiring life story”

“Matt’s dynamic presentation was one of the best high school incursions l’ve seen in years! He had the students hooked with his inspiring life story, captivated by his life lessons and challenged to ‘level up’ by his future-proofing challenge. There were laughs, there were tears, and at the end, the students didn’t want to leave!

Thank you for your generous spirit Matt, we look forward to working with you again next term.”

Matt Cogin working on Game Changer Workshop for teenagers

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