OTT 158: 5 Fundamental Ways for Teachers to Be a Good Friend to Themselves

Teachers need good friends now more than ever before. Times are difficult in the world of education. Teachers often feel alone and bogged down with pressure and judgment. Learning to be your own best friend can offer at least some reprieve in a world that feels like it is against you.

Today we are continuing our discussion on mindset and self-care. And we are going to get a little uncomfortable.

Being a friend to others is often pretty easy. We listen. We are kind. We offer help and support. Most teachers are naturals with these kinds of behaviors. Yet, we often don’t show ourselves the same love and support.

Today, I’ll talk about how teachers can be their own BFF. Because who doesn’t need another friend?! I’ll break it down into 5 fundamental ways to be your own best friend.

One way is to take the load off. Allow me to help you be the best version of yourself. Plus, take back some of that time to focus on other areas where you can treat yourself with a little more kindness. Join my email list and receive updates, tips, advice, deals, and more. Start with my free Makerspace Moment in Literature. This fun activity is great for Close Reading and includes a Makerspace extension. and it is yours for free as a thank you for joining my world.

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