This episode is an important one. We sit down with Amy, a renowned expert on teacher wellbeing, to debunk myths and provide actionable insights into how educators can improve their wellbeing.
Amy shares wisdom from her book Teacher Wellbeing: A Real Conversation for Teachers and Leaders. She discusses the deeper aspects of well-being and common mistakes schools make in addressing this crucial issue. Whether you’re a teacher or a school leader, this episode is packed with valuable advice on fostering a healthier, more productive environment.
In today’s episode we break down:
- Common myths about Teacher Wellbeing
- How ‘outsourcing’ our wellbeing isn’t helping us as teachers
- Micro-stresses that teachers face
- Subjective and psychological wellbeing
- Mistakes we often make when it comes to wellbeing and what we can do as individuals to make a change
- The connection between productivity and wellbeing
- Moving away from reactionary environments in schools to being proactive and how this small change can have a massive impact
Amy offers crucial advice that will help us take back our power and control over our wellbeing as teachers because at the end of the day teacher wellbeing impacts student wellbeing and we are there for the kids!
This is the perfect episode to share with a teacher friend, especially one who may be struggling in this area of wellbeing and balance right now.
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Rainbows ahead,
Ashleigh and Alisha
Resources mentioned in this episode
Learn more from Amy at www.thewellnessstrategy.com.au
Connect with Amy on socials @_thewellnessstrategy
Find Amy on Linked in here.
Amy’s book:Teacher Wellbeing: A Real Conversation for Teachers and Leaders
About today’s guest:
Amy’s is here to challenge conventional norms and encourage individuals and organisations to embrace innovative approaches to working and living well.
Having navigated challenging circumstances, including chronic stress and unhealthy work environments, Amy is here to guide others towards a new paradigm. Drawing from her own experiences, in which she has come to understand the critical need for rethinking and redesigning how we work and live, she offers insights and strategies aimed at cultivating resilience, productivity, and engagement, and fostering environments where individuals thrive.
In a time when traditional methods may fall short, Amy advocates for embracing change and exploring alternative paths to success, encouraging us to redefine what it means to flourish in both our professional and personal lives.
