TL;DR: You are making a difference by simply showing up and doing your best each day. It is okay to take a break. We need to take care of ourselves before we take care of others. When your mind takes a break to decompress, creativity flows better. Prior to the pandemic, I was a person who was always on the … Read More
Summer Relaxation Blog Series: Taking Me Time
Summer Relaxation Blog Series: Taking Me Time Overview The Summer Relaxation Blog Series is all about taking me time! This school year was unique and challenging, and we may never see another one like it. The obstacles of this year left those in the world of education tired and looking for ways to relax and recharge. This series includes tips … Read More
Put Yourself First This Summer Break
TL;DR: After a hectic school year, it can be difficult to adjust to summer break. Do what is good for your soul and don’t be afraid to make choices that are not specifically education-related. I’m not going to lie, the first day of summer break this year felt like a bit of a culture shock for me. Throughout my whole … Read More
Ditch the Guilt: Strategies to Make Time For Yourself
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