TL;DR: Productivity guilt refers to feeling bad about not getting things done. It’s not easy to turn it all off and put yourself first. Strategies to make time for yourself include taking your own advice, playing your own game, getting real, remembering why you’re behind, and taking it slow. The Reality: It’s Not Easy To ‘Switch Off’ You see a … Read More
Refresh, Renew, Replenish: Taking Care of Yourself
TL;DR: Taking care of yourself has multiple levels; these levels aren’t exclusive and work together. Self-care looks different for everyone. This summer, take time to refresh, renew, and replenish. Life’s a Drain Teaching is my second career. In my first, I had the standard two weeks off. We always took one week and did something away from home; the remaining … Read More
EP80: Are Teachers Burned Out?
In Episode 80 of The Staffroom Podcast, Chey and Pav talk about Burnout – more specifically, the Teacher Burnout they have been experiencing over the past year, but more-so lately, with the Spring Break in Toronto being pushed by one month. They talk about what some of the triggers and symptoms may present as, and also some of the ways … Read More
It’s TIME to REDEFINE What REST Means for YOU!
TL;DR: Consider what rest looks like for you; what do you consider relaxing? Be proactive with setting aside time for rest every day. Rest with intention by reconnecting from within, embracing your inner joy, simplifying your priorities, and trust in the timing. Whenever I heard the word rest, I immediately always felt jealous. An immediate “that must be nice” thought … Read More
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