When I first began working out, I would show up with my water bottle (sometimes) and myself. That was all I needed. But as I’ve gotten more serious about working out and lifting, I’ve found that there are more items that I bring with me to feel that I have a successful workout for that […]
22 Positive Affirmations for Teachers
Teaching is one of the hardest, best jobs in the world. It can be so fulfilling, but there are days when it feels so hard, it feels like you aren’t doing enough, or the day just didn’t go the way you wanted it to. Here are 22 affirmations for teachers to remind you of your […]
5 Easy Ways To Relax to Prevent Burnout
As someone who works a pretty demanding job, scheduling some ways to relax is crucial. This means you switch off, recharge, and prepare for the next working day. When you constantly work without a chance to switch off properly, you will eventually hit an emotional wall and experience burnout. You risk losing motivation and may […]
Sleep of Mind Review: A Sleep Sack to Tackle Anxiety
As a mom who battled postpartum anxiety, especially around sleep and SIDS, I researched and read about all kinds of products and tips to relieve my concern. This Sleep of Mind review tells you about a product that is easy to use and truly eases your mind while your baby sleeps. When I received my […]
14 Habits of Successful Students
Over my 7 years of teaching, I have always had a mix of student abilities. From Advanced Placement to co-taught with a special education teacher, there are habits that successful students possess, no matter their ability. When students develop these habits and use them consistently, not only are they more prone to do well in […]
Books on the Mental Load
When I became a mom, no one warned me about the huge change in the mental load that I would experience. However, after having my two kids and reflecting, I’ve been able to become more conscious about it and make sure to include my husband into the conversation more. One of the first starting points […]
Hygge in the Classroom
Today’s post was written by Hayley from Just Hygge. She has over 24 years of teaching experience and is transitioning out of the classroom through Just Hygge. On Just Hygge, she talks about how to bring Hygge into your life through all aspects. If you’d like to read more of her content or get ideas […]
Recovering From Burnout: 5 Tips on Learning to Feel Okay Again
Burnout is the emotional, physical, and psychological exhaustion that results from too much stress. It’s a common problem for teachers and those in healthcare, but can impact anyone, and with post-COVID and political tensions, it seems to only be increasing. But with proper self-care, you can reverse burnout. **This post contains affiliate links, where if […]
7 Steps to Tackle Postpartum Anxiety
When I found out I was pregnant, I immediately went into planning mode: what I wanted labor to look like, the setup for the nursery, potential names. But another thing I added to my list was monitoring my mental health throughout my pregnancy and after birth. I recognized that postpartum depression and anxiety were things […]
46 Parenting Affirmations You Need to Hear
Parenthood is hard and you often find yourself feeling down. But it’s amazing what some positive words can do for your confidence and esteem. Here’s 46 parenting affirmations to read through, divided into different situations. Pick some from each and remind yourself of them any time you need them. Parenting Affirmations For When You’re Overwhelmed […]