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Simply all about self-care for teachers.
Well-being
Starting the new academic year is an exciting time full of possibility. Many teachers love the feeling that there is a clean slate and that they have the opportunity to set the tone for the year, establish boundaries and launch their plans. On the flip side, others are apprehensive, and as the momentum of school […]
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In my career as a teacher, I have found that it can be an incredibly demanding and stressful profession. With long hours, large class sizes, and constant pressure to perform, it is no wonder that so many teachers experience burnout at some point in their careers. Burnout can have serious consequences for both teachers and […]
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Too much to do and not enough time to do it? I get it! Working in schools can feel like you’re spinning plates as you run to deal with urgent situations before running back to keep up with planning, marking and meetings. As a teacher, striving to balance working full-time whilst meeting the needs of […]
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Symptoms of Poor Self-Care Teachers are givers – freely expending time and energy to help others. However, they often neglect giving themselves time to spend on their own wellbeing. There are many reasons why, but the results of this form of neglect are predictable. The symptoms of poor self-care include: Having no energy and feeling […]
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I love hearing about the reasons that led people to become teachers and what motivates them to keep going when challenges arise. No matter how long someone has been teaching, we can listen to their story and learn from their experiences. Now, the sad news is, this interview took place last year. But, 2020 proved […]
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