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The adam & eve paradox
Exploring Healthy Masculinity, Healthy Femininity, Leadership, Faith & Psychology Presented by Dorian Carey; high school Health & Physical Education Teacher, now Counsellor, Speaker, and Founder of Level Up Counselling.
Today’s students are growing up in a culture filled with competing messages about identity, masculinity, femininity, relationships and purpose.Many are asking important questions:
- What does it really mean to be a man?
- What does it really mean to be a woman?
- Are men and women different?
- Why are healthy relationships becoming increasingly difficult?
- Can Christianity and psychology work together?
- How do we become leaders who positively influence others?
The Adam & Eve Paradox creates a respectful, thought-provoking environment where students are encouraged to think critically, ask honest questions and explore these issues through both biblical wisdom and evidence-informed psychology.
Rather than telling students what to think, this event teaches them how to recognise unique differences, and think wisely.
why “THE ADAM & EVE PARADOX”?
Throughout history, the relationship between men and women has shaped families, communities and civilisation. Yet today’s generation is navigating unprecedented confusion around identity, relationships and purpose.
The paradox is this:We have more information than any generation before us, yet many young people feel more uncertain about who they are and how healthy relationships work.
This presentation explores that paradox with honesty, humility and hope. Students leave challenged, not with simplistic answers, but with practical wisdom and a framework for making healthy decisions throughout life.
A UNIQUE PRESENTATION FORMAT
Student survey → data analysis → identification of student understanding → customised presentation → students see themselves reflected in the findings → facilitated education and discussion.
step one
Anonymous Student Survey
Prior to the presentation, students complete an anonymous online survey provided by Dorian.
The survey explores students’ perceptions and attitudes surrounding topics such as:
- Masculine and Feminine behaviours, traits and roles.
- Societal trends and norms about men and women through a cultural lens.
- Christian faith and what the Bible says about men and women.
- Relationships between men and women according to their generations understanding.
Individual students are never identified.
The purpose is to understand the collective attitudes and understandings of the student cohort.
The purpose is to understand the collective attitudes and understandings of the student cohort.
step two
Analysis & Preparation
Dorian collates and analyses the anonymous survey data to create a unique presentation directly informed by the students’ responses.
For each area explored in the survey, the students’ collective perspectives are examined alongside Biblical Christian theology and evidence-informed psychological concepts. This allows the presentation to begin with what students actually think, believe and experience, before introducing ideas that can challenge, deepen and grow their understanding of themselves and others.
The presentation then draws on the enduring archetypes represented in the biblical account of Adam and Eve, exploring what they can teach us about masculinity, femininity, identity, leadership and healthy relationships in the modern world.
Rather than simply telling students what to think, The Adam & Eve Paradox uses their own collective voice as the starting point for deeper conversation, critical reflection and personal growth.
For each area explored in the survey, the students’ collective perspectives are examined alongside Biblical Christian theology and evidence-informed psychological concepts. This allows the presentation to begin with what students actually think, believe and experience, before introducing ideas that can challenge, deepen and grow their understanding of themselves and others.
The presentation then draws on the enduring archetypes represented in the biblical account of Adam and Eve, exploring what they can teach us about masculinity, femininity, identity, leadership and healthy relationships in the modern world.
Rather than simply telling students what to think, The Adam & Eve Paradox uses their own collective voice as the starting point for deeper conversation, critical reflection and personal growth.
step three
The Adam & Eve Paradox Presentation
Students are brought face-to-face with their own collective voice, seeing how their year group responded to key questions about masculinity, femininity, identity, relationships, leadership and faith.
Dorian uses this student data as the starting point for an engaging and thought-provoking presentation, exploring where students agree, where perspectives differ, and what these patterns might reveal about the beliefs and influences shaping them.
Drawing on Biblical Christian theology and evidence-informed psychology, Dorian uses the enduring archetypes of Adam and Eve to explore healthy masculinity and femininity, identity, relationships, personal responsibility and leadership in the modern world.
Students are encouraged not simply to accept what they are told, but to think critically, reflect honestly and consider who they are becoming, and how their choices, values and behaviour influence themselves, their relationships and the communities they lead.
Dorian uses this student data as the starting point for an engaging and thought-provoking presentation, exploring where students agree, where perspectives differ, and what these patterns might reveal about the beliefs and influences shaping them.
Drawing on Biblical Christian theology and evidence-informed psychology, Dorian uses the enduring archetypes of Adam and Eve to explore healthy masculinity and femininity, identity, relationships, personal responsibility and leadership in the modern world.
Students are encouraged not simply to accept what they are told, but to think critically, reflect honestly and consider who they are becoming, and how their choices, values and behaviour influence themselves, their relationships and the communities they lead.
WHAT STUDENTS LEARN
Healthy Masculinity
Students explore:
- What does masculinity mean?
- How does GOD want men to behave?
Healthy Femininity
Students learn how to:
- What does femininity mean?
- How does GOD want women to behave?
healthy relationships
Students explore:
- Communication
- Respect
- Trust
- Boundaries
- Conflict resolution
- Psychological and emotional safety
- Relationship patterns
emotional intelligence
Students develop understanding of:
- Emotional regulation
- Self-awareness
- Attachment
- Decision-making
- Resilience
- Emotional maturity
leadership & Responsibility
Students discover:
- Character
- Self-discipline
- Responsibility
- Humility
- Influence
- Service
audience
Recommended for:
- Years 9–12
- Student Leadership Teams
- Christian Colleges
- Independent Schools
- Chapel Programs
- Wellbeing Programs
- Respectful Relationships Programs
- Parent Information Evenings
- Student Leadership Conferences/Retreats
About dorian carey
Dorian Carey is a counsellor, speaker and founder of Level Up Counselling.
With a Master of Counselling and 14 years in Health and Physical Education teaching, student wellbeing and leadership, Dorian applies behavioural psychology with practical school experience to help young people understand the patterns that shape their behaviour, relationships and future.
His presentations move beyond behaviour management to behaviour understanding, helping students become more self-aware, emotionally intelligent and personally responsible.
Dorian is also involved in domestic violence advocacy and education, bringing practical insight into the dynamics of healthy and unhealthy relationships.
learning outcomes
Learning Outcomes | Australian Curriculum Alignment |
|---|---|
Understand healthy masculinity and healthy femininity. | AC9HP10P03 – Investigate how gender equality and challenging assumptions about gender can prevent violence and abuse in relationships. |
Recognise relationship patterns that influence behaviour. | AC9HP10P01 – Analyse factors that shape identities and evaluate how individuals influence the identities of others. |
Develop emotional regulation and resilience. | AC9HP10P02 – Refine, evaluate and adapt strategies for managing changes and transitions. Also aligns with the Personal & Social Capability elements of Self-awareness and Self-management. |
Communicate respectfully with others. | Personal & Social Capability – Social Awareness and Social Management, supporting respectful communication, empathy, collaboration and relationship skills. |
Lead with integrity and humility. | Ethical Understanding – Supports ethical decision-making, responsibility, respect, integrity and consideration of diverse perspectives. Also aligns with Personal & Social Capability. |
Think critically about behaviour, faith, psychology and culture. | Critical & Creative Thinking – Encourages students to analyse ideas, evaluate evidence, consider multiple perspectives and reflect on complex issues respectfully. |
Build stronger friendships and future relationships. | Respectful Relationships Curriculum – Develops knowledge, skills and attitudes that support respectful, equal and non-violent relationships. |
Develop greater self-awareness and personal responsibility. | Personal & Social Capability – Self-awareness and Self-management, supporting reflection, emotional regulation, personal responsibility and goal setting. |
PRESENTATION OPTIONS & pricing
The adam & eve paradox presentation
Duration: 60–90 minutesIdeal for a:
- Year 9-12 /Year level assemblies
- Student Leadership and Wellbeing teams workshop
- Chapel services
- School Camp/Retreat
From $4,250 + GSTIncludes :
- The Adam and Eve Paradox Student Survey
- Survey setup/link
- Pre-event student data collection
- Analysis of responses
- Identification of societal and cultural themes and misconceptions
- Customised school presentation
- 60–90 minute presentation of the school's anonymous aggregate findings
Half or full-Day school visit
Options Include:
- Multiple presentations
- School Leadership workshop
- Staff professional learning
- Leadership mentoring
- Wellbeing Team workshop
- Parent information evening
- Consultation
Half-Day
From $6,750 + GST
Duration: 3.5 hours onsite, 2-3 sessions
Full-Day
From $9,500 + GST
Duration: up to 6 hours onsite, 3-4 sessions
Potential structure:
Morning:Year 7–8 presentation
Mid-morning:Year 9–10 presentation
Middle:Year 11–12 presentation
Afternoon:Student leadership workshop or Wellbeing Team PD or Parent Information Session
Morning:Year 7–8 presentation
Mid-morning:Year 9–10 presentation
Middle:Year 11–12 presentation
Afternoon:Student leadership workshop or Wellbeing Team PD or Parent Information Session
travel & accommodation
📍Based on the Gold Coast, Queensland.
Travel within the Gold Coast region is included.
Regional and interstate travel and accommodation is quoted at the time of booking.
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Helping the next generation build character, strengthen relationships and discover purpose through faith, psychology and respectful conversation.