Men's Momentum Mentoring, Pacific Pines (2026)

02/08/2026

🎵 Communicating with someone who has ADHD isn't about talking louder. It's about talking differently.

One of the best ways I've found to explain ADHD to parents or even young blokes trying to understand is to imagine a record player like the DJ's use ( Insert funky music here🎼), when i heard this the first time I really thought Wow!! This is exactly how it is.

The record is playing perfectly...

Then the needle starts skipping. (Someone is jumping too much next to the turntable)

It jumps from one part of the song to another. It misses bits. Sometimes it gets stuck repeating the same section. Other times it skips ahead completely.

That doesn't mean the record is broken.

It just isn't playing the way it was meant to.

For many people with ADHD, conversations can feel the same way. They hear the first instruction, then their brain jumps to something else. Another thought pops in. They notice something in the room. They remember something they forgot yesterday.

Before you know it, they've missed half of what you said.

It's not always a choice.

One strategy that can make a real difference is chunking.

Instead of saying:

"Clean your room, feed the dog, empty the dishwasher, have a shower and pack your school bag."

Try this instead:

👉 "Can you put your dirty clothes in the washing basket?"

Wait until it's done.

Then...

👉 "Awesome. Now make your bed."

Then...

👉 "Great. Now let's pack your school bag."

☑️One instruction.

☑️One success.

🔛Then move on to the next.

The same applies during conversations. Ask one question at a time. Give them a chance to process it before adding more information.

I've watched families reduce arguments simply by changing how they communicate. The expectations didn't change. The way the message was delivered did.

Sometimes the biggest breakthrough isn't changing the young person.

It's changing the way we connect with them. Communication is the key.

Helping young men, teenagers and families build confidence, communication and practical life skills one beat at a time 😎

30/07/2026

🥩 Food isn't just fuel. It affects how you think, feel and perform.

One thing I've noticed over the years working with teenage boys and young men is just how much diet can affect behaviour.

A lot of young blokes are skipping breakfast, living on energy drinks, smashing takeaway or surviving on whatever is quick and easy. Others are trying to lose weight by hardly eating at all.

Then they wonder why they're tired, cranky, can't focus or keep blowing up over little things.As well,if they are athletes they are struggling to recover and sleep.

The truth is, what you put into your body matters.

I've seen it affect:
• Mood and emotional regulation.
• Focus at school, work or training.
• Energy levels.
• Recovery after sport or the gym.
• Sleep quality.
• Motivation.
• Confidence.

It can also make it much harder to lose weight or gain healthy muscle. When your body isn't getting the nutrients it needs, recovery slows down, sleep often suffers, cravings increase and your energy drops. Before you know it, you're stuck in a cycle that's hard to break.

You don't need a perfect diet.

Start with the basics.

🥚 Eat breakfast.
🥩 Get some protein into every meal.
🍎 Eat more fruit and vegetables.
💧 Drink more water.
🥤 Cut back on energy drinks and soft drink.
🍔 Keep takeaway for the occasional feed, not every day.

Whether you're a teenager, an athlete, an apprentice or just trying to get through the week, your body will only perform as well as you look after it.

The best investment you'll ever make isn't in a new phone, a new car or a night out.

It's in your own health.

Because when your body feels better, your mind usually follows.

Momentum Men's Mentoring
Helping young men build confidence, resilience and direction.

26/06/2026

Over the next couple of weeks, I've opened up some extra mentoring sessions during the school holidays.

I often work with young people who might be lacking a bit of direction, struggling with motivation, confidence, friendships, school, family life, emotional regulation, or simply trying to work out what's next.

Sometimes all it takes is having someone in your corner who'll listen without judgement, challenge you when needed, and help you set some realistic goals.

Whether it's building confidence, improving routines, developing resilience, working through life's challenges, or just having someone to talk things through with, that's what mentoring is all about.

With over five years working in Education Queensland, a Diploma of Mental Health, and experience mentoring young people from all walks of life, I've seen what can happen when someone finally feels heard and supported.

If you think your son could benefit from a few sessions over the holidays, or you're a young bloke looking for a bit of direction yourself, I'd love to have a chat.

📩 Send me a PM on Facebook or Instagram and let's see if we're the right fit.

Sometimes the biggest changes start with a simple conversation.

25/06/2026

WHY ARE SO MANY YOUNG BLOKES STRUGGLING?

A conversation I seem to be having more and more with young men goes something like this:

"I've got mates, but I don't really talk to anyone."

"I don't know what I'm working towards."

"I feel flat all the time."

"I should be happy, but I'm not."

The reality is many young men today are more connected than ever through phones, social media and technology.

Yet they're feeling more isolated than ever.

Many are spending hours scrolling, gaming, drinking on weekends, chasing short-term highs and comparing themselves to everyone else online.

But underneath it all is often the same thing.

A lack of purpose.

A lack of direction.

A lack of genuine connection.

I've worked with young men from all walks of life.

Tradesmen.

University students.

Business owners.

Athletes.

And one thing I've learned is that nobody is immune to feeling lost at times.

The good news?

You don't need to have your whole life figured out.

You just need to take the next step.

✔ Build a routine.

✔ Set some goals.

✔ Get around good people.

✔ Learn a skill.

✔ Spend less time scrolling and more time living.

✔ Ask for help when you need it.

The strongest thing a bloke can do isn't pretending he's got it all together.

It's having the courage to admit when he doesn't.

If you're a young bloke feeling stuck, lost or unsure of where you're heading, reach out.

Sometimes one conversation can change the direction of your life.

Adam Flier
Men's Momentum Mentoring

10/06/2026

Feeling Stuck? You're Not Alone.

There are a lot of young blokes in their 20s and 30s who look like they're doing fine from the outside.

They've got a job. They've got mates. They're out every weekend.

But underneath it all, they're struggling.

Too many weekends lost to partying.

Too much money disappearing on alcohol, gambling, pokies, or recreational drugs.

Working hard all week, only to wake up Monday feeling broke, flat, and no closer to where they want to be.

Then comes the frustration.

The feeling that everyone else seems to have a plan while you're just trying to get through the week.

The truth is, that hole is real. And it can get deep.

How do I know?

Because I've been there myself.

I've also worked alongside men who have been there too—from everyday blokes working long hours week in, week out, through to elite athletes and successful professionals.

No one is immune to losing direction.

Sometimes what we need isn't someone to judge us.

We need someone to listen, challenge us, help us get honest about where we're at, and start building a plan for where we want to go.

The good news?

You don't need to have everything figured out today.

You just need to take the first step.

If you're ready to make some changes, improve your habits, find some direction, and start investing in yourself, reach out.

Send me a message on Facebook or Instagram and let's have a chat about your goals and how we can work together to get you moving forward.

The best investment you'll ever make is in yourself.

30/05/2026

Did you know some of the world's most successful people are autistic or have openly spoken about being on the autism spectrum?

People like Elon Musk have shown that thinking differently can be a strength, not a weakness.

As someone who works with young people, I often get asked if I support teenagers with ASD. The answer is absolutely.

One of the biggest misconceptions I come across is that when an ASD teen is "acting up", they're choosing to be difficult.

In reality, many are doing the best they can with a brain that processes the world differently.

What can look like defiance is often:

🔹 Anxiety
🔹 Sensory overload
🔹 Difficulty communicating feelings
🔹 Social confusion
🔹 Feeling overwhelmed, angry or swearing
🔹 Struggling with unexpected change

Imagine spending all day trying to navigate a world that often doesn't make sense to you. That's exhausting.

The good news is that many young people with ASD respond incredibly well when we stop asking, "What's wrong with them?" and start asking, "What are they trying to communicate?"

Some strategies that can help include:

✅ Clear expectations
✅ Consistent routines
✅ Giving extra processing time
✅ Staying calm during emotional moments
✅ Focusing on strengths rather than deficits
✅ Building connection before correction

Over the years, both in schools and mentoring, I've seen many neurodiverse young people thrive when they feel understood, supported and accepted.

Many have incredible strengths including honesty, loyalty, creativity, attention to detail and a unique way of looking at the world.

Sometimes what looks like challenging behaviour is actually a young person asking for support in the only way they know how.

Different doesn't mean less capable. Often, it means seeing the world through a different lens.

22/05/2026

Most people see young blokes smiling, going to work, going to the gym, having a laugh with the boys.

What they don’t see is what’s going on underneath.

😡Anger.
🥵Stress.
😨Pressure.
↙️No direction.
💔Relationship dramas.
🏝Isolation.
💊Recreational Drugs.
🍻Alcohol.
📛Mental burnout.
🔙Feeling like they’re falling behind in life.

A lot of young men between 21–35 are carrying heavy stuff and saying absolutely nothing about it.

Because somewhere along the line they were taught to harden up and deal with it alone.

That’s where mentoring matters.

🍼Not someone to babysit you.
🗣Not therapy talk.
🎤Not lectures.

Just a solid bloke in your corner who can help you reset, build accountability, improve mindset, challenge excuses and help you move forward.

At Men’s Momentum Mentoring I don’t just work with teenage boys.

I also work one-on-one with young men trying to get their life back on track, navigate pressure, become better fathers, partners, workers and better men overall.

💬Real conversations.
💪Real support.
💩No bu****it.

After-hours and weekend sessions available.
NDIS participants welcome for approved supports.

Adam Flier
Dip. Mental Health
Mental Health First Aid Facilitator
Fully Insured | Blue Card | Yellow Card

Message the page if you’re ready to sort your s**t out and move forward.

13/05/2026

Over the past few years through Gold Coast Men's Walk and Talk, I’ve had countless conversations with men, young men, parents, schools, and families who are simply trying to navigate life the best they can.

Sometimes people don’t need judgement.
Sometimes they don’t need another lecture.
Sometimes they just need someone in their corner.

That’s part of the reason I’ve launched Men's Momentum Mentoring a new paid mentoring and support service operating after school hours and on weekends alongside my existing work in schools and the community.

The focus is simple:
Supporting men and young men with wellbeing, confidence, emotional regulation, direction, accountability, routine, school engagement, sport, mindset, and life challenges.

I’m currently working with:
• Teenage boys struggling with disengagement or behaviour
• Young men needing guidance and structure
• Men doing it tough mentally
• Families needing extra support
• NDIS participants
• Youth justice and at-risk young people
• Athletes trying to find balance off the field

This isn’t about pretending to have all the answers.
It’s about genuine support, consistency, accountability, and helping people move forward in a positive direction.

If you feel someone in your family or circle could benefit from some extra support, feel free to reach out privately for a chat.

And as always, the walk is still there every Saturday morning at Oxenford Lake. No pressure. Just good people and conversation. 💙 - Adam

13/05/2026

ADHD in young men is not just “bad behaviour.”

For many boys and young men, ADHD can affect far more than concentration.

It can impact:

• School and or work attendance
• Emotional regulation
• Impulse control
• Motivation
• Sleep patterns
• Organisation
• Friendships
• Confidence
• Work habits Drug and Alcohol use
• Decision-making under pressure

Sometimes the young bloke who looks lazy is actually overwhelmed.

Sometimes the one who keeps getting in trouble is acting before his brain has caught up.

Sometimes the one who “doesn’t care” has spent years feeling like he is always failing.

ADHD is evidence-based. It is linked to executive functioning, which means skills like planning, focus, memory, emotional control and follow-through can be harder.

This does not mean no accountability.

It means support needs to match the need.

Young men still need boundaries, structure, routine and responsibility, but they also need adults who understand what might be sitting underneath the behaviour.

With the right support, young men with ADHD can absolutely build discipline, confidence, resilience and direction.

They do not need to be written off.

They need to be understood, guided and backed.

Men’s Momentum Mentoring
Supporting young men with direction, confidence, accountability and wellbeing.

09/05/2026

Working in schools every day, you quickly realise something…
Not every “difficult” teen is a bad kid.
Sometimes the loudest student is actually struggling with confidence.
Sometimes the angry teen is overwhelmed and doesn’t know how to communicate it.
Sometimes disengagement is linked to anxiety, poor sleep, hormones, diet, low energy, undiagnosed wellbeing concerns, or things happening behind closed doors at home.
And the scary part?
A lot of young people don’t even understand what’s going on themselves.
Schools can teach subjects.
But many teenagers are never taught: • emotional control
• confidence under pressure
• communication skills
• resilience
• accountability
• self-respect
• how to ask for help
That’s why I started Men’s Momentum Mentoring.
Using my experience in Education Queensland, youth wellbeing, rugby league, and community mentoring, I work with young people who need guidance, structure, support, and someone in their corner.
Sometimes one honest conversation can change the direction of a young person’s life.
Gold Coast based
After-school & weekend mentoring available
NDIS support options available where applicable
Message the page for more information.

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