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Embracing Softness: A Guide for Burned Out Educators
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These past few months have stretched me in ways I never expected, emotionally and physically. My mom’s chemo treatments have turned our home into both a sanctuary and pressure cooker. Caring for her has been emotionally draining and physically exhausting. Then summer came, and I stepped into the role of summer school principal. Now,…
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The Power of Reframing: Embracing Slowness Over Urgency
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We’ve been taught that ASAP means rush. But what if it meant slow, soft, soulful, and steady? This series is my journey of reframing urgency into presence, because in a fast-paced world, our emotional intelligence matters more than speed. Let’s learn to pause together.
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The 7 Types of Rest Every Educator Must Know
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In education, taking a break can seem like a bold choice and often judged. Even during summer “break,” our calendars quickly fill with professional development and curriculum planning. A hundred little tasks quietly creep into our “off” time. It’s no wonder we feel exhausted before the school year even begins. But here’s the truth…
