Teaching has always been a rewarding profession but it has also become increasingly demanding. While every school is different, the biggest sources of teacher stress are remarkably consistent. The good news? Small changes in how we work and think can make a big difference. Here are five common stressors and some practical tips to help manage them
Psychologist Shawn Achor highlights seven key principles of positive psychology that help people thrive. In schools, these aren’t “nice to have” ideas — they are practical strategies that improve performance, relationships and wellbeing.
I’m a big fan of the reality TV show, “The Block”. Through watching the program, I realised that I am envious of tradies, especially tilers. At the end of each day a tradie can see the results of their work. A sparky can see the lights they installed, a plumber can count the toilets they have unblocked, a painter can see the walls they have painted and a tiler at the end of their week can see the beautiful bathroom they have produced.