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This post, which builds on my blog post “From Burnout to Brilliance: Strategies for Educators,” focuses on recognizing the initial signs of burnout. Understanding these signs is crucial for early intervention and overall health. I delve deeply into the warning indicators that go ignored, and the underlying causes of burnout. The first step toward recovery is to become aware. https://lnkd.in/g6t9-wMu If you are an educator or know someone who is, these insights are for you. Stay tuned for more techniques and tips to help you get from burnout to brilliance! #Education #TeacherSupport #BurnoutRecovery #TeachingStrategies #EdLeadership

Excited to share insights from my bachelor's thesis and initial research which delved into burnout prevention among health and social care professionals. In my published article, I meticulously reviewed various theoretical and methodological approaches. Additionally, I conducted a sociological study focusing on professionals in residential care settings. Among the intriguing findings: - Professionals predominantly perceive burnout through an individual-psychological lens, emphasizing personal traits as primary factors while downplaying social and organizational influences. - Notably, the research revealed a positive correlation between education level and attitudes towards burnout prevention. Higher education equips specialists with better coping mechanisms, enhancing their ability to manage work-related stress effectively. For those with lower qualifications, recognizing burnout may be less evident, often resorting to ingrained defense mechanisms instead of reflective practices prevalent among their more educated counterparts. #BurnoutPrevention #HealthcareProfessionals #SociologicalResearch #WorkplaceWellness #ProfessionalDevelopment

I’ve been writing blog posts for #bristoltutorialcollege Take a look at the latest one and let me know what you think. (There’s lots on there, and more posted every few days) This one is on the relationship between stress and executive function in teenagers. https://lnkd.in/etp5zfnt #executivefunctioning #teenagebrain #stress

While striving for high standards can be a positive trait in moderation, #perfectionism often crosses the line into a debilitating mindset that affects #mentalhealth, #relationships, and overall #wellbeing. Learn more in our latest blog. 🔗 https://bit.ly/3XiUJpV

Building resilience is the key to managing microstress—the relentless accumulation of small stresses—in a healthy and fulfilling way. Babson College educator Rob Cross, best-selling author Karen Dillon, and chief research officer of The Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp), Kevin Martin, share five ways that educators can identify and tackle microstresses to be happier and more productive in and out of the classroom: https://lnkd.in/ggJyWS6T #Microstress #Stress #MentalHealth #Burnout #HigherEducation

84% of teachers are feeling more anxious ( 2024 NASUWT) All the research is showing us more people are suffering from complete burnout earlier in their careers, as more and more demands are placed on us in modern day society.  This is particularly true of those working in the teaching profession. Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, or mental exhaustion. The early warning signs include weariness accompanied by feelings of inadequacy and sadness. Passive burnout can harm productivity by contributing to feelings of hopelessness and anxiety. We all have setbacks at work, but when you’re burnt out they can feel insurmountable and become internalised as personal failures. Burnout also lowers self-regulation. This is when we may become over emotional and unable to control our behaviours like we used to.  This can manifest in sadness or anger. Avoiding burnout is often easier than bouncing back from it. Join our programme to work with me and others to talk and learn about how you can spot the signs and adopt strategies to change your habits and behaviours to avoid early burnout. Key dates.......    👉 The programme starts on 21st October  👉 Enrolment closes on 18th October  👉 First live coaching call 23rd October - welcome call Find out more at https://lnkd.in/eWAKnfQm #teachertraining #teachercareerdevelopment #teacherresources

Juggling work, family, and studies can be overwhelming, leading to burnout, anxiety, and stress. All these culminate to underperformance and reduced productivity. I help students develop workable interventions to navigate these challenges. Click on the link below: https://lnkd.in/ei8v5PDi

When burnout threatens to dim your passion, remember these key strategies: 1. Reconnect with Your "Why" Revisit why you came into education. The lightbulb moments in learning, the potential to shape futures—these are your fuel. 2. Micro-Moments of Joy Intentionally celebrate small wins - write a few down each day. A pupil's breakthrough, a staff member's achievement, a thank you, etc. Our brains work as velcro for the negative and Teflon for the positive! Switch that up. 3. Professional Boundaries Set clear limits between work and personal life. Protect your energy by defining non-negotiable personal time and learning to delegate effectively. Create an action that tells your brain - I'm done for the day. It could be taking off your watch, your lanyard, putting your workbag out of sight when you're home, etc. 4. Continuous Learning Invest in your professional development. Attend workshops, engage with coaching, network with inspiring colleagues who reignite your professional spark. 5. Self-Compassion Treat yourself with the same kindness you extend to your students and staff. Your wellbeing is the foundation of your professional impact. I'm Kirsty. I help exhausted female headteachers regaintheir mojo so they can meet the challenge without burnout.

It’s no secret how demanding academic life can be. Many of us silently struggle with stress, burnout, and imposter syndrome, which can hinder our progress and well-being. It doesn’t matter how many papers you publish or grants you win if your mental health is being sacrificed. That’s exactly why we’ve teamed up with the amazing and insightful, Dr. Toyin Alli to develop an entire Emotional Wellness Digital Badge Program, tailored specifically for you. In this comprehensive series, designed with the unique challenges of higher education in mind, you'll learn evidence-based strategies to: ✨ Reignite your passion for learning and teaching 💪 Build resilience to prevent burnout from overwhelming workloads 🎯 Master stress management techniques for exam periods and deadlines 📚 Set healthy boundaries for better work-life balance 💫 Overcome imposter syndrome and boost your confidence Don't let the demands of academia dim your shine. Join our 50,000+ members today and gain unlimited access to this transformative program, along with ALL our offerings at Publication Academy. Check out the comments section for links to the modules within this badge program. #AcademicResearch #HigherEducation #ScholarlyPublishing

Being an educator is more than meeting objectives. There is a certain level of care, concern and compassion that we must have for those we serve. In this article, I share three ways to combat learner burnout. Thanks Josh Watson for sharing your insights on this topic. #burnout #teaching #classroomPolicies https://lnkd.in/egMvGzR6