Self-Care

I hope everyone enjoyed the much-needed day on Friday, as a time to catch up, re-energize, and rest.  We enter into a busy time of year, and I want to support the self-care of our staff.  In addition, Kristen and I have put together several self-care ideas to share at our staff meeting, focusing on the strategies of exercise, calming, and gratitude.  I've included some other ideas to consider below.

Have a great week - and take time for yourself!

Sue

7 Tips for Teacher Self-Care

During the Day - small ways to stay grounded

• Tea
• Chocolate
• Protein boost (nuts, granola bar)
• Healthy snacks
• Thank you notes
• Stress ball

During lunch or prep - some 2-minute strategies

• Do a few yoga poses or stretches to get your blood moving
• Get out of the building for some fresh air or a change of scenery (remember to sign out in the office!!)
• Take a mindful moment and pay attention to your breathing to center yourself

Connect with others to fill your tank

• Share projects with other teachers
• Make positive phone calls/emails to parents, friends, or family
• Spend time with loved ones
• Give back to your community by volunteering

Look for the positive and hang on to it for a rainy day:

• Keep a folder of kind notes or feedback from students and families
• Keep a notebook of inspirational quotes
• Record something positive each day in a journal

Get your body moving

• Run
• Dance
• Yoga
• Crossfit
• Walk