Staff who work in schools are caring, generous and committed people. That’s what makes you amazing—but it’s also why many of us struggle to say no. You may feel that if you don’t do it, no one else will. Or perhaps you feel you should say yes because that’s what a “good person” does.
We need to consider how and why we are using email. Whilst it can be an effective communication method if used well, used poorly, it wastes a lot of unnecessary time. Think before you write, not when you write – remember that a face-to-face conversation is the best form of communication.
Teachers make countless decisions every day—lesson planning, which student behaviour to address, parent interactions and workload management. If you find yourself overthinking, second-guessing or feeling mentally exhausted from constant decision fatigue Anne Bogel’s book “Don’t Overthink It!” offers practical strategies to break the cycle.