Teaching comes with relentless demands. Stress levels are high, burnout feels all too familiar, and breaks never seem long enough! These challenges take a serious toll on mental health, making it crucial for educators to learn effective strategies to manage it. That’s where today’s guest, Dr. Hayley Watson, comes in!
In this episode, Dr. Watson dives into practical and straight forward strategies designed to support teacher mental health. She shares actionable techniques to help teachers care for their well-being while also providing tips for fostering mental health awareness among students.
➡️ Show Notes: https://itsnotrocketscienceclassroom.com/episode167
Resources:
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- Send me a DM on Instagram: @its.not.rocket.science
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Connect with Dr. Hayley Watson:
- Open Parachute Website
- Finding the Words: Empowering Struggling Students through Guided Conversations by Dr. Hayley Watson
Related Episodes and Blog Posts:
- Episode 161, Relief for the Burdened Teacher: How to Deal With Caring More Than Your Students Do
- Episode 144, 4 Ways Having “No Rules” Has Changed My Life (And Could Change Your School Year)
- 4 Must Do Teacher Self-Care Tips
- 5 Strategies for Surviving Second Semester
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