Top 10 Takeaways: What 2024 Taught Me
As we step into the new year, it's the perfect time to reflect on 2024—a year full of growth, challenges, and valuable lessons. From embracing gratitude to setting boundaries, I’ve learned key insights that will guide me into 2025. In this article, I’m sharing my top 10 takeaways, hoping they inspire you to reflect on your own journey and what you’ll carry into the new year.
From Burnout to Breakthrough: Lessons Learned from a Year of Reflection
This past year brought challenges, growth, and lessons I never anticipated. From navigating burnout as a special education teacher to learning the importance of boundaries and self-care, I’ve reflected deeply on the changes I needed to make in my life. In this blog, I share my journey, the lessons I’ve learned, and reflection questions to help you embrace your own growth and step into the new year with intention.
Work-Life Balance: The Key to Thriving as a Teacher
As a teacher, the line between work and personal life often blurs, leaving little time for recovery. I once believed that sacrificing my personal time in the early months of the school year would set me up for success later on. But over time, I learned that the pressure of my responsibilities would build until I was burnt out.
Reigniting the Fire: Addressing Teacher Burnout
Teacher burnout is real, and it's time to address it head-on—because the passion that once fueled your teaching journey doesn't have to burn out. By recognizing the signs early and implementing strategies for self-care, you can reignite that spark and continue making a difference in the classroom.