Reawaken Your Clarity

Jillian DuBoisBlog, Self-Care, Teach Happier

TL;DR: Let go of perfection. Allow yourself to move forward and let go of the past. Give yourself time to rest. Be okay with setting boundaries. Reawaken clarity. I hopped into my car yesterday and realized that the front windshield was dirty. With no time to clean it on my way to work, I realized how difficult it was to … Read More

The Seeds of Self-Compassion

Brad HughesBlog, Self-Care, Teach Happier

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

Come Back Rested & Refreshed From Spring Break!

Dana GoodierBlog, Self-Care

TL;DR: It is important to take time away from work over your break. Taking this break can have a lot of benefits for your health. If you have a spring break from school in your part of the world, make sure you take that time for yourself and your family to rest and recharge. For most of us in North … Read More

Realigning During Moments of Change

Lindsay TitusBlog, Self-Care, Teach Happier

TL;DR: Don’t let limiting beliefs take over. Realign yourself in times of change by creating an anchor affirmation, scheduling energy check-ins, increasing times of stillness and silence, enjoying nature, and remembering that change is part of the journey. A few months ago I embarked on a journey that truly tested my ability to think better during moments of change. On … Read More