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Stories, reflections, and ideas from life at Dolphin House
What Instructors Are Actually Looking for on DofE Expeditions
One of the most common worries we hear before a Duke of Edinburgh expedition is some version of: “What are instructors actually judging us on? Are...
How DofE Expeditions Build Confidence and Self-Efficacy (Without Young People Realising It)
Confidence rarely arrives in big, dramatic moments. It doesn’t announce itself, and it almost never appears when someone is actively trying to feel...
Common DofE Expedition Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)
If you’re preparing for your Duke of Edinburgh expedition, it’s completely normal to feel a mix of excitement and nerves — for young people and...