TL;DR: “Start Now to Finish Better: Intentional Shifts to End the Year Strong” is a new course in the Teach Better Academy! This course will help you have a meaningful end to your school year. Stay motivated and energized while connecting with your students to end the year strong. Finish Your Year Strong The end of any school year brings … Read More
The Seeds of Self-Compassion | Episode 31 with Lisa Baylis
Lisa Baylis is an educator, school-based counselor, facilitator and parent who has been sharing well-being strategies for over 20 years. She is a certified mindfulness and self-compassion teacher, who studied under pioneers Dr. Chris Germer and Dr. Kristen Neff. Lisa is the author of the book Self-Compassion for Educators, and the creator of the AWE Method–Awakening Well-being for Educators–which blends … Read More
The Seeds of Self-Compassion
TL;DR: Brad Hughes interviewed Lisa Baylis, the author of the book Self-Compassion for Educators. Compassion is when we see suffering, stress, and struggle, and we have a desire to alleviate it. You are someone who is important to take care of. The first component of self-compassion is mindfulness—being aware of our thoughts and feelings. The second component is loving-kindness—attending to … Read More
Slow Down! Children Are Learning! | Episode 30 with Erin Mengeu
Erin Mengeu is a passionate educator and mom of three beautiful and energetic kids. Erin’s goal is to help educators and families implement strategies for developmental growth. She is a newly-published author of Slow Down! Children Are Learning! Erin has taught elementary school for 18 years and has a Master’s Degree in The Art of Teaching. Her passion is teaching … Read More
Slow Down! Children Are Learning!
TL;DR: Be someone who makes a difference in the lives of those we touch. Allow kids to develop a positive mindset and executive function skills first. Instill a growth mindset for students. Create good habits and let go of bad ones. Pull your specialists aside and ask them your questions. Be Their Difference! Hello again, reader, and welcome back to … Read More
