Instructions
- Cut out the cards or complete them digitally.
- For each scenario, write a growth mindset response in English, te reo Māori, or a language from your whānau.
- Note which pou will help you activate the reframe (tinana, hinengaro, whānau, wairua).
- Keep the cards handy for future wero or gift one to a friend who needs encouragement.
Scenario Cards
Wero: Ako / Learning
Fixed thought:
"Kāore au e mārama ki te pāngarau, ka mutu."
Growth mindset reframe:
Pou to activate:
Wero: Hākinakina / Sport
Fixed thought:
"I failed trials, so there's no point trying again."
Growth mindset reframe:
Pou to activate:
Wero: Whanaungatanga / Relationships
Fixed thought:
"We argued again; they'll never listen."
Growth mindset reframe:
Pou to activate:
Wero: Mātauranga ā-iwi / Cultural Performance
Fixed thought:
"I’ll mess up the haka, so I should stand back."
Growth mindset reframe:
Pou to activate:
Create your own
Think of a personal wero. Capture the fixed thought and craft a resilient reframe.
My challenge
Reframe + Pou
Kupu & phrases to borrow
- "Kua piki ake te wero – ka rapu au i tētahi atu ara."
- "He wāhanga tēnei o taku ako, kāore anō kia mutu."
- "I have whānau backing me; we’ll practise until it feels right."
- "I am growing new pathways in my roro every time I try."
Need tautoko?
If negative thoughts feel overwhelming:
- Talk with a trusted adult or friend.
- Reach out to 1737, Youthline 0800 376 633, or Lifeline 0800 543 354.
- Remember: practicing new thoughts takes time – you’re not alone.