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Here's how you can prioritize self-care and well-being in the education profession.

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Educators are often so focused on nurturing the growth and well-being of their students that they neglect their own self-care. However, prioritizing your health and happiness is essential to being an effective teacher. Just as you plan lessons and grade papers, taking time for self-care should be a non-negotiable part of your routine. By integrating wellness practices into your daily life, you can enhance your resilience, maintain your passion for teaching, and provide the best possible education for your students.

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Sheila McKay

Preschool Yoga Instructor | Social Emotional Learning & Mindfulness Facilitator | Early Childhood Educator

1 Recognize Signs

Acknowledging the early signs of burnout is crucial in the education profession. You might feel constantly fatigued, irritable, or detached from your work and students. These feelings can lead to a decrease in job performance and personal happiness. It's important to take these signs seriously and consider them as a prompt to start prioritizing your well-being. Regular self-reflection can help you identify these symptoms early on, allowing you to take proactive steps towards self-care.

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2 Set Boundaries

Setting clear boundaries between work and personal life is fundamental for educators. It can be tempting to work late, bring grading home, or answer emails during family time, but it's vital to establish limits. Decide on a time when work ends and personal time begins. This might mean not checking emails after a certain hour or setting aside specific days for rest. Upholding these boundaries will help you recharge and prevent burnout, ultimately making you a more present and effective educator.

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Fabiana Viana Moutinho Resende

Professora de História e Ciências Humanas I Educadora com Foco em Desenvolvimento Social e Acadêmico I Coordenadora I Autora e Pesquisadora em Educa??o e Cultura
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Os educadores brasileiros enfrentam uma carga trabalho estafante e as exigências de alguns gestores tornam o ambiente trabalho nocivo. Esta realidade prejudica a saúde física, emocional e mental dos educadores. Esses ambientes podem levar a uma série de problemas, incluindo estresse, ansiedade, depress?o, doen?as físicas e queda na produtividade. Uma gest?o humanizada que tenha como foco o bem estar dos colaboradores seria fundamental para promover o aumento do desempenho dos profissionais e funcionaria como um excelente instrumento de preven??o de doen?as que impossibitam um bom desempenho. Escolas que investem em um ambiente saudável colhem frutos na produtividade, reten??o de talentos e uma cultura organizacional positiva.

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3 Practice Self-care

Self-care is not just an indulgence; it's a necessity, especially in teaching. Incorporate activities that promote mental, emotional, and physical well-being into your daily routine. This could be anything from reading for pleasure, exercising, meditating, or pursuing a hobby. These activities should be things that you enjoy and that provide a break from the demands of teaching. They are essential to maintaining your energy levels and enthusiasm for your profession.

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Heather Kimble

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Remember, you can’t pour from an empty cup. (I wish I had learned this early on.) Especially if you have a full time classroom and children at home. Make time for things that give you peace and bring you joy. It is so important.

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4 Seek Support

Don't underestimate the power of support from colleagues, friends, or a professional network. Sharing experiences and challenges with others who understand the demands of the education profession can be incredibly validating and helpful. Whether it's a formal support group or casual meet-ups with coworkers, connecting with others provides an outlet for stress and can offer new perspectives and coping strategies.

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5 Prioritize Health

Your physical health has a direct impact on your ability to teach effectively. Prioritize activities that support your health, such as getting adequate sleep, eating nutritious meals, and staying active. Consider scheduling these activities just as you would a class or a meeting to ensure they are a consistent part of your routine. Good physical health supports mental clarity and emotional resilience, enabling you to handle the challenges of the education profession with strength.

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6 Embrace Flexibility

Finally, embracing flexibility in your approach to self-care is key. Understand that some days will be more challenging than others and that self-care routines might need to adjust accordingly. Being flexible means recognizing when you need to take a step back or change your strategies to better support your well-being. It's about being kind to yourself and understanding that looking after your own needs is not selfish but essential for your success as an educator.

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Fabiana Viana Moutinho Resende

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Abra?ar a flexibilidade no dia-a-dia n?o é apenas uma tendência, mas é condi??o sine qua non no mundo moderno. Preserva seu bem-estar gera benefícios. Investir no autocuidado, recuar quando necessário, impor limites n?o é egoísmo. Sou professora a mais de uma década e sei como é difícil manter a produtividade com uma carga de trabalho exaustiva, mas acredito que a gentileza e autocuidado podem ser recursos potentes para que se mantenha o prazer na prática docente

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7 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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Sheila McKay

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In my mind, taking care of ourselves is our most important job as educators. We cannot adequately care for others, if we are not well ourselves. Good health consists of not only physical fitness, but also mental, social and emotional health. As educators, we should be the role models of what good health looks like. This could include starting each class with a brief meditation or setting an intention. Or stopping a lecture to stretch our bodies, and/or look outside to receive nature. It might mean taking a few days off to visit a friend or relative. Or it could be as simple as taking a few deep breaths to center ourselves before speaking or reacting. These are all acts of self care that nourish us, but also benefit those we teach.

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Fabiana Viana Moutinho Resende

Professora de História e Ciências Humanas I Educadora com Foco em Desenvolvimento Social e Acadêmico I Coordenadora I Autora e Pesquisadora em Educa??o e Cultura
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A valoriza??o da prática docente no Brasil é essencial para o desenvolvimento de um sistema educacional eficaz e sustentável. A grande maioria dos professores est?o exaustos devido as cargas de trabalho exaustivas e o aumento constante das demandas e exigências. Investir nos professores, proporcionando-lhes um ambiente de trabalho justo, recursos adequados, oportunidades de desenvolvimento e reconhecimento pelo seu trabalho, resulta em uma educa??o de melhor qualidade para os todos.

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Heather Kimble

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Make your own children a priority. Looking back, many days my students got the best of me and my children got the rest of me. I wish I could change that. Make sure to have quality time with your family. The homework can wait.

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1 Recognize Signs

2 Set Boundaries

3 Practice Self-care

4 Seek Support

5 Prioritize Health

6 Embrace Flexibility

7 Here’s what else to consider

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1 Recognize Signs

2 Set Boundaries

3 Practice Self-care

4 Seek Support

5 Prioritize Health

6 Embrace Flexibility

7 Here’s what else to consider

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