Lesson 4: Growth

Lesson 4: Growth

Embracing Mistakes & Leveling Up

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Introduction to Growth

Discover how mistakes help us grow stronger, braver, and more confident.

Course Objectives

This lesson teaches athletes that mistakes are not failures, they’re part of the process. Through reflection, storytelling, and sister support, athletes will learn to see challenges as opportunities to grow stronger. They’ll practice encouraging themselves and each other, while building confidence in their ability to bounce back from setback. Whether they’re working on a cheer skill, managing emotions, or facing something new, this lesson helps athletes understand that real growth is messy, brave, and always worth it.

Learn how to bounce back when things feel hard or frustrating.

Understand that making mistakes is part of getting better

Teach pairs how to encourage each other when things don’t go perfectly.

Create a plan or motto that reminds us to keep going

What is growth?

Growth doesn’t always feel good but it always leads somewhere better. This lesson encourages athletes to stop fearing mistakes and instead use them as stepping stones. We reflect, own our oops moments, and build confidence from our comeback.

Growth takes time, but every try counts.

Key Concepts of the Course

Encouragement helps us grow even faster.When we support our Sister and cheer each other on, we both bloom. Growth is something we do together, not in silence or shame.

Bounce-Back Power

Grow Together, Not Alone

Mistakes Help Us Grow

Mistakes are not bad, they’re how we learn!Every time we mess up and try again, our brain gets stronger. In cheer, school, or life, falling is part of leveling up.

Growth means we don’t stay down, we bounce back.When things feel hard, we take a breath, reset, and keep going. That’s what makes us powerful.

Small Steps Matter

Supportive Feedback

Learning Curve

Everyone learns at their own pace. Growth isn’t a straight line, it’s full of ups and downs. Mistakes don’t mean you’re not learning. They are learning.

Growth isn’t about huge changes, it’s about one little step at a time. Every time you try again, speak kindly, or do something brave… that’s growth.

We grow stronger when we cheer each other on. Being a great Sister means noticing someone’s effort and reminding them how far they’ve come.

What Growth Really Looks Like

Growth is not about doing everything right. It’s about learning through mistakes, trying again, and cheering yourself on. You are growing every time you…

• "Learn something new"
• "Try after failing"
• "Help someone else"
• "Show kindness during a challenge"

Explore the Power of Growth

Let’s talk about how some of you have grown at RJA

Alright… we’re about to spin the Growth Wheel! If it lands on you, don’t stress. Answer one of the questions from the deck of cards and share your answer from the heart. No wrong answers just growth!

Progress Check

Celebrate Growth

Try Again

Strong Inside

Title

Growth Motto

Still Growing

Sister Shoutout

Try Again Tool

Mistake Mentor

One Step at a Time

Mindset Shift

Growth Zone

Power Word

Keep Going

Oops to Okay

Who Helped?

Growth Glow-Up

Little Wins

Bounce Back

Encourager

Tell us about something you messed up but didn’t quit.

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What’s one way you cheer yourself up after a bad day?

What’s a small thing you’ve gotten better at this season?

How can you help your Sister feel better when she makes a mistake?

What’s something you’re proud of learning, even if it took time?

Name someone who helped you grow and what they did.

Share a time when an “oops” moment taught you something.

What’s your “I got this” phrase when you feel like quitting?

When did you feel most brave, even if you were nervous?

What’s one thing you do now that you couldn’t do last month?

What word gives you courage when things get tough?

What’s something new you’re trying to learn?

What’s something you used to believe about yourself that’s changed?

What’s a small step you took toward a big goal?

What advice would you give someone who’s scared to try?

What’s something that helps you reset when you’re frustrated?

What would your younger self be proud of today?

What’s something your Sister did that showed growth?

What’s one thing you’re still working on?

Make up a short motto that reminds you to keep growing.

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Every mistake is just proof you’re learning something new.

A flower doesn’t grow by shouting at it, it grows because someone cared for it.

I made a mistake

I felt frustrated

I took a breath

I got better

I tried again

My Growth Journey – 5 Steps

Something I’m getting better at

One person who helped me grow

A message I would tell my younger self

A time I almost gave up but didn’t

A time I turned a mistake into a lesson

Mess-ups → Lessons

“What did I learn?”

Try Again

Reflection

Second chances count

“What can I do differently?”

Growth Mindset

Sister support

Ask for help

Support

Encouragement

Positive feedback

Give kindness too

Practice over perfection

Cheer yourself on

Effort

Confidence

Keep showing up

Self-belief

GROWTH MINDSET

FIXED MINDSET

“I’ll try a new way” “Mistakes help me learn” “I can get better with effort”

“I’m not good at this” “I give up” “This is too hard”

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Let’s Talk About Our Growth

Think about a time where you felt stuck or unsure… but then something helped you grow

In your breakout room, Big Sister & Little Sister will each share: One “Before” moment — a time something felt hard or frustrating One “After” moment — a time you felt proud of how far you’ve come

Growth Recap – What We’ve Learned

• Mistakes are part of the process
• Trying again makes us stronger
• Growth feels hard but it’s worth it
• Encouraging others helps us grow too

What is one thing you’re proud of growing through?

Sister challenges

How will you show "growth" this week?

Together:

Big Sis:

Lil Sis:

Share a time you learned from a mistake or kept trying until you got betterCreate or draw a Growth Symbol (like a sprout, ladder, cheer skill, etc.) Practice saying: “I’m proud of how far I’ve come!” 🌟

Record a short video answering this question together:“What’s something that felt hard at first, but we kept going and got better at? 📩 Post your video on Band by Friday to earn your Growth Charm 💫 Take a picture together "Power Pose" and post in band along with video

Share one thing you’ve improved at this season and what helped you growHelp your Little brainstorm her answer and boost her confidence during filming Encourage her to speak loud, smile, and be proud of her answer 💕

Do you have questions?

Thanks for being part of today’s growth journey! If anything was confusing, or if you’re curious about something we said, just ask, that’s what Chain Leaders are here for! ✨ We love your questions, your stories, and your effort. Every time you ask or share, you grow. 🌱 We’re proud of the work you did today. Let’s keep growing together!

Pause & Reset Before we react, we pause. Taking a deep breath is a small but powerful act that helps your brain and body reset. Growth means slowing down to choose our next step wisely.

Keep Going This is where real growth kicks in. After the pause, you show courage by trying again, even if you don’t feel 100% confident. It’s okay to be unsure… what matters is that you try.

Recognize the Moment Growth starts with honesty. Mistakes happen and that’s okay! This step is all about recognizing when something didn’t go the way you planned. It’s not about shame; it’s about seeing it as a chance to learn.

Name the Feeling Frustration is part of the journey! When we name our feelings, we take back our power. This step helps us notice what’s happening inside so we can stay in control and not give up.

Celebrate the Progress Look how far you’ve come! Growth isn’t always loud, sometimes it’s one small win at a time. This step is a reminder to clap for yourself and celebrate every little improvement 💪🏽.