TL;DR: Start the school year by focusing on what could go right, instead of what could go wrong. Document moments when things went better than expected to combat negative thinking. Actively engage in positive thinking to feel more grounded and resilient. Here we are in early September. Some of us have been back at school for a few weeks and … Read More
Teacher Wellness: The Power of Pushing the Reset Button
TL;DR: Importance of Resetting: Regular breaks are crucial for teachers to maintain their creativity, energy, and passion for teaching. Benefits of Taking Breaks: Improved mental health, renewed passion, increased productivity, and career longevity. Practical Reset Strategies: Incorporate daily breaks, fully utilize weekends and holidays, and engage in professional development. Teaching is one of the most rewarding professions. Yet, it can … Read More
Episode 111: Whatever it Takes with Dr. Bryan Pearlman
Dr. Bryan Pearlman joins Darrin on the show to discuss the growing need for mental health supports, the connection between behavior and self-regulation, and strategies for adults to ensure their own self care. That, plus your #PepTalk on this week’s episode. MORE EPISODES
Ep. #35 with Jeff Kubiak
Jeff Kubiak was on track to become a member of the US Olympic Swim Team. His downward spiral began when he did not make the team. Excessive agitation and anger became all consuming in his life and alcoholism would become his fate. Jeff, a 25 year educator and administrator in Elk Grove, CA, shares in this episode how he found … Read More
Wellness Wheel
TL;DR: It may be difficult to keep up the energy that inspired us at the beginning of the new year for our resolutions. Consider using the Wellness Wheel. It is a great visual tool to assess 8 dimensions of wellness. The goal is to discover which parts are active and which parts need more focused attention. Let’s check in on … Read More
