TL;DR Schedule cleaning tasks and errands during the week so you can have the full weekend for fun. Every weekend, include 1) something social, 2) something physical, and 3) something spiritual into your schedule. Reflect and tweak your plan as needed. Engaging in self care and having a fun weekend benefits your students too! We Are Busy! This season is … Read More
Building MOMENTUM, One Month at a Time
TL;DR: The end of a month and beginning of a new one is a natural time to reflect and kick-start our momentum. Learn three ways to begin and end each month strong: (1) Schedule 2-3 ME times. (2) Update your highlight reel. (3) Audit the past month and set intentions for the new month. The end of a month can … Read More
Remember Love This School Year
TL;DR: Sometimes we struggle and need to put in greater effort in order to feel aligned, content, and balanced. Happiness is a discipline. We may be feeling nervous about returning to school, but remember love this school year. People remember us for the way we love. So as we begin a new school year, we can love our students, colleagues, … Read More
The Gift of Care
TL;DR: The practice of choosing One Word can be more effective than making New Year’s resolutions. One student chose the word CARE and he demonstrated it every day. Begin to see kind and caring gestures for you as gifts of care because it deepens your gratitude and relationships. Give the gift of care for others by not only thinking of … Read More
Episode 36: Sound off on Self Care as a teacher
Hey Y’all, We’re are back after a bit of a hiatus due to vacation and personal life stuff. It’s great to come back on and to connect with listeners. This episode came about while talking to another educator about it being ok not to finish everything as a teacher. You can worry about the unfinished items another day and take … Read More