Category: Teacher Health
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 …
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-morning and afternoons at school? Snacks! However, getting food that gratifies the palate requires some tricks if you want to prevent …
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 …
It’s no secret that feeling tired all the time is quite annoying—especially if you need to stay on top of your tasks one after the other. Most of us …
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 …
At first, I had a hard time getting back to the daily routine of teaching. With the deadly virus spreading rapidly within my school and the fear of losing …
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 …
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 …
Every time I meet up with teacher friends, they mostly mention things like “How can I calm my anxious mind?” or “Is it possible to excuse yourself in the …
Toys for fidgeting. There are likely quite playthings with better names. And the plain fact is that any child, whether active or not, will fidget. This is why fidget …
I’m one of those people who are concerned about having fresh breath, and I couldn’t stop asking how can I make my breath smell good all day. Whether you …
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 …
In the world of craftmanship, whether one is using the brain or muscle, it is always in the terms of “preparedness” that determines the winner. By that I mean, …
After parents, teachers have the most valuable role in the life of a student. But all along, they also come across many obstacles. While the rewards surpass these difficulties, …
Being a teacher is also being an expert at self-sacrifice. Teachers always sacrifice to the point where they sacrifice their evening to put together their lesson plans, they sacrifice …
When you’re a teacher, you’re never not busy. I’m talking about long hours at school, unruly students, hidden agendas with parents, and other stuff that can be quite challenging …
Your job as a teacher is one of the most important jobs in the world. It’s your job as an educator to take on the responsibility of preparing the …
No matter the level of experience, teachers are susceptible to burnout – a phenomenon where they begin to question their place, purpose, and passion for teaching. This can be …
As an educator, you surely welcome teaching resources that bring a lot of inspiration. One of the best today are TED Talks. These are short talks and presentations but …
Many do not see the burdens of teachers. They teach all day aside from the piles of papers to grade and lessons to plan. Taking time to relax gives …
Our students are on the edge of their seats, waiting for us to make a move. They’re looking up to us, expecting us to give them the guidance they’re …
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 …
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 …
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 …
