Category: Teacher Health
Are you someone who struggles to eat healthy consistently? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Eating healthily is a form of self-care that should be non-negotiable. And as a teacher, …
Ever get that feeling that you are being swallowed by your work? The feeling of being overwhelmed makes you think anxiously as time passes by without having any progress? …
Aside from books, your teaching materials, your teacher planner, your pen case, your ID, smartphone, or other digital devices, there are still a number of absolute musts that you …
It’s hard to slow down and notice things when your mind is busy. You become inattentive or fail to give due care or attention. Without being mindful, you cannot …
If a torch helps campers survive in the wild, a water bottle for racers, you should also know how to create a teacher survival kit. It pays to be …
A lot of people today begin and end their days staring at their mobile phones or computers. Teachers, as well, spend most of their daytime (and nighttime too) googling, …
One reason why a lot of teachers suffer from the wrong shoes is that they neglect comfort for style. What worries podiatrists is the possible harm a footwear’s structure …
Others appear to have a much easier time coping with the stresses of daily life, while others appear to be always searching for happiness. Are you a happy person? …
Teachers, you’ve been having difficult days during the past two years of this global pandemic. Let this year be especially challenging. There’s a basic skill you can learn and …
“You can never be lonely with the company of a good book.” ~Maeve Wiley Ever since I heard this phrase, I’ve come to realize that it’s a comforting truth …
If you’re a teacher and you sit a lot, then you’re probably familiar with these two words. Back and pain. Two simple words that when put together many of …
Finding time for yourself seems to be a luxury these days, especially when you’re a teacher. But even though you’re a teacher who’s as busy as a bee, it’s important …
How do I know that it’s time to leave and get some air? Am I a restless professional? My work pays well and it literally feeds my family. This …
Who said teaching is an easy job? For all I know, teaching is one of the hardest professions out there that is relatively important for a progressing society. It’s …
Mostly, our minds as great teachers are occupied with thoughts of checking papers, implementing new strategies to increase students’ participation, and all stuff about education. I take this opportunity …
From a recent survey, it is found that almost 75% of our educators experience anxiety and other stress-related symptoms that are found to affect the mind and body’s health …
Being a teacher can mean busy hours for the whole day the whole week. And drinking water is something that can be missed easily especially when you’re up and …
If the science of relaxation recognizes scented candles as perfect for relaxing the mind, our part is to pick the best scent that boosts the mood region of the …
Have you noticed yourself having dry or watery eyes as well as a blurry or double vision? How about eye fatigue and itchy red eyes that seem to be …
Many people’s lives consist of various trials and tribulations, and teachers are no stranger to that. There are problems that teachers encounter that not only take a toll on …
Teachers try many ways to reduce and relieve stress, some try to relax by partaking in meditation or by running through a rigorous workout to release some of the …
Did you know that the first step to destress is to accept that you’re stressed? Yes, funny enough, the first step to not be stressed is to accept that …
Stress is more so especially now that almost all of the schools are conducting online classes instead of a face-to-face class discussion—and that’s something new for almost all of …
Music is an enigma that we all thoroughly enjoy; depending on the type of music that we listen to our mood will vary. Of course, it is a known …
Stress. This is a thing that makes my heart race uncontrollably and makes me feel uneasy! But I made up my mind, I should not be affected by stress, …
How are those stretchy things on your table? What are they for? This seems to be an object and feeling analysis. Do these squishy toys have magical powers that …
The best teacher shoes offer comfort on the feet right from the first fit. If you’ll ask me what are the most comfortable shoes for teachers and if you’ll …
Are you on the edge and in need of a quick break from your work right now? Even just for a few minutes? Maybe you’ve been asking yourself what …
Adult coloring books offer many benefits. One is to help channel your inner artist through colors and another is to help relax your thoughts. Let me indulge you with …
Feeling unmotivated that you are losing focus? Not paying attention to your body’s signals can accumulate those little hurdles and end up affecting your teaching. Worst of all is …
What is a great way to buck up mid-mornings and afternoons in the school? Snacks! However, getting food that gratifies the palate requires some tricks if you want to …
If you are a teacher and if you are reading this while having issues with dry itchy feet or cracked heels, I’m glad you dropped by because I want …
Want to get beautiful feet for the rest of your life? Well, let’s start with why you’re getting problems in the first place? If not about shoes, it probably …
Today marks the 2nd year the world has been on lockdown, and even though many restrictions have been lifted many activities are still limited including face-to-face classes, and yet …
You start your day with just coffee and a piece of bread. There’s nothing wrong with it. But there’s so much more you can do better. How can a …
When you travel, you’re not only far from home and the people you trust, but you’re out there on your own. No one’s telling you the right thing to …
It’s a fact that one of the many talents teachers have the best at is multitasking. Teachers need to multitask day in and day out so that they can …
Okay, so hear me out. What if I tell you that adults can relieve stress using toys? Yes, you read that right, toys! I know as a teacher, you …
Due to COVID 19 outbreak, most teachers opted for online teaching. This means working from home which is a huge deviation from our usual routines. Therefore, I must say …
What are your stress management techniques? Stress is life’s reality and it’s an all-time ingredient that has to be managed effectively. If poorly managed, it can negatively impact our …
Every time I meet up with teacher friends, they mostly talk about how their day transpired. But there’s always one who gives a mention to things like “How can …
What is the best footwear for plantar fasciitis? If you’re experiencing persistent pain somewhere between the arch and heel, your plantar is irritated. It’s a type of foot ache …
A water bottle is a must-have item for all educators. Since hydration and clean water are vital to your health, it’s important to find the best water bottles for …
When I heard from a guy teacher that “shin splints” is a common pain they experience while running, I immediately thought there must be good footwear for this. So …
I’m one of those who are conscious about fresh breath and I can’t seem to stop asking how can I make my breath smell good all day? This question …
How to help children keep learning while simultaneously keeping them safe from COVID 19? With a large number of schools getting back to in-person learning, we, as teachers, face …
Are you breathing wrong? The answer is, probably. Most of us are becoming chest breathers where we only take sips and shallow breaths which is not good for our …
If you are someone who’s constantly using headphones all day, please take some time to read this for your own sake. In an online learning environment, you will find …
As the world gets upset because of the pandemic, do you have peace of mind? The pandemic is one of life’s blows that has affected the whole world. Our …
When your students become restless and lose concentration, how do you respond? Is fidgeting one of your endeavors to increase your students’ focus? A lot of questions need to …
As teachers, we are generally busy people and we are prone to getting stressed and upset. I speak for one. Quite a fact. We need to relax and recharge. …
