TL;DR: Maintain August optimism all year with strategies to sustain hope and engagement. Asking “Where is the hope?” helps find positive aspects in challenging situations, shifting focus from negativity. Regularly asking about hopeful events helps maintain emotional engagement and resilience. In August, most educators feel things they don’t often feel in October or February: rested, balanced, optimistic, and hopeful. Wouldn’t … Read More
Embracing My Teaching Journey
TL;DR: “Eventually” symbolizes resilience in teaching’s ups and downs. Each challenge is a step toward professional growth and triumph. Embrace the power of perspective shift for a resilient teaching journey. Are you ready for a transformative journey through the ups and downs of the teaching world? Join me as I share key insights, delving into the heart of resilience, growth, … Read More
Better Mindset: On the Edge of a Breakthrough
TL;DR: Education professionals are experiencing stress and trauma due to pandemic-related challenges, leading to feelings of unworthiness and critical hopelessness. To address this, educators should focus on the positive impact they make beyond just numerical achievements, practice self-care, combat negative thoughts, and find support through dialogue with peers. Embracing change, staying connected, and celebrating small successes can lead to renewed … Read More
S4:E10: What Is More Likely or Why Hope is Not a Tool for Success | #TeachBetter #TBPodcaster
“What is more likely, that the laws of nature have been suspended in your favor, and in a way that you approve, Or That you’ve MADE A MISTAKE? MORE EPISODES
Choosing Not to Look Back
TL;DR: Looking back at the past can change who we are. Hope was the one word chosen for 2022—a message of hope that we can connect with each other. I know that I am not alone when I say good riddance to 2021. This past year and a half, the country was torn apart, other perspectives were not accepted, the … Read More