Bob Fellows
DO THE IMPOSSIBLE
Students are often surrounded by pressures that can tie them up in knots. They feel hounded by manipulation forces: advertising, media, even friends that try to control their feelings, decisions, and actions. Bob Fellows involves his audience in discovering how they are being manipulated, how it affects their lives, and how easily they can lose control and start letting others decide how they live. He has an unusual flair for the dramatic and a strong commitment to helping young people take greater control of their lives. To demonstrate innovation and creativity, Bob escapes from 100 feet of rope in less time than it takes audience members to tie him up. Each amazing feat, gives him an opportunity to teach an important lesson. He is an educator who promotes self-esteem, and an international magician who specializes in mentalism and escape artistry. Having performed and taught for over 20 years, Bob combines speech and performance in a spectacular, fast-paced and meaningful program. Bob holds a Masters Degree in Theology from Harvard University and is author of Easily Fooled: New Insights and Techniques for Resisting Manipulation. He has given major presentations to the staff of the White House and has appeared on national television shows. He is also been consulted as a trial expert on "manipulation and deception in groups" and has published articles on psychological manipulation. PROGRAMS: DO THE IMPOSSIBLE (youth) Bob inspires students to challenge the impossible and reach for their highest goals. He applies the metaphor of escape artistry to dramatize how students can look at problems in new ways. He focuses on: challenging assumptions, exercising more of your mind, making a commitment, using the power of suggestion, and assuming self-responsibility. MIND OVER MANIPULTATION (youth) Students discover how they are being manipulated, how it affects their lives, and how easily they can lose control and start letting others decide how they act. Abusing tobacco, alcohol or other drugs is just one symptom of being manipulated into giving up control. Fellows contrast the innocence of being fooled by his illusions to the dangers of being fooled into making unhealthy choices. Students will learn to take charge! FIVE STEPS TO CLASSROOM WELLNESS (educators) Some teachers seem to model an attitude that is positive, inclusive and optimistic. They treat obstacles as challenges and enjoy open and healthy communications. Bob has interviewed teacher known for these traits. Using his captivating and informative style, Bob presents the five principals they follow: encourage, include, listen, be approachable and be well. PERSONAL RESILIENCY FOR TEACHERS (educators) Learn to be strong and flexible in dealing with change and to take charge of your life. A personality questionnaire helps teachers determine which resiliency tactic will work best for them. The ability to embrace a changing environment stimulates teachers to be more innovative and creative in the classroom and in their lives.
Students are often surrounded by pressures that can tie them up in knots. They feel hounded by manipulation forces: advertising, media, even friends that try to control their feelings, decisions, and actions. Bob Fellows involves his audience in discovering how they are being manipulated, how it affects their lives, and how easily they can lose control and start letting others decide how they live. He has an unusual flair for the dramatic and a strong commitment to helping young people take greater control of their lives. To demonstrate innovation and creativity, Bob escapes from 100 feet of rope in less time than it takes audience members to tie him up. Each amazing feat, gives him an opportunity to teach an important lesson. He is an educator who promotes self-esteem, and an international magician who specializes in mentalism and escape artistry. Having performed and taught for over 20 years, Bob combines speech and performance in a spectacular, fast-paced and meaningful program. Bob holds a Masters Degree in Theology from Harvard University and is author of Easily Fooled: New Insights and Techniques for Resisting Manipulation. He has given major presentations to the staff of the White House and has appeared on national television shows. He is also been consulted as a trial expert on "manipulation and deception in groups" and has published articles on psychological manipulation. PROGRAMS: DO THE IMPOSSIBLE (youth) Bob inspires students to challenge the impossible and reach for their highest goals. He applies the metaphor of escape artistry to dramatize how students can look at problems in new ways. He focuses on: challenging assumptions, exercising more of your mind, making a commitment, using the power of suggestion, and assuming self-responsibility. MIND OVER MANIPULTATION (youth) Students discover how they are being manipulated, how it affects their lives, and how easily they can lose control and start letting others decide how they act. Abusing tobacco, alcohol or other drugs is just one symptom of being manipulated into giving up control. Fellows contrast the innocence of being fooled by his illusions to the dangers of being fooled into making unhealthy choices. Students will learn to take charge! FIVE STEPS TO CLASSROOM WELLNESS (educators) Some teachers seem to model an attitude that is positive, inclusive and optimistic. They treat obstacles as challenges and enjoy open and healthy communications. Bob has interviewed teacher known for these traits. Using his captivating and informative style, Bob presents the five principals they follow: encourage, include, listen, be approachable and be well. PERSONAL RESILIENCY FOR TEACHERS (educators) Learn to be strong and flexible in dealing with change and to take charge of your life. A personality questionnaire helps teachers determine which resiliency tactic will work best for them. The ability to embrace a changing environment stimulates teachers to be more innovative and creative in the classroom and in their lives.
2010