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Why meet a mentor?
Blog about the benefits of meeting a mentor
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Jan 43 min read
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Give Yourself the Gift of Self-compassion
Self-compassion is a way of practising kindness, self-awareness and being inwardly supportive. Learn more in this post.
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Dec 22, 20253 min read
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How to support a new leader
Article about how to support a new leader
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Nov 15, 20253 min read
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Mantras to keep me motivated
Mantras that I use to keep me motivated
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Nov 1, 20252 min read
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How to disagree with your boss (or colleagues)
Article about effective disagreement in the workplace
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Oct 26, 20253 min read
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Have your say!
There are two national surveys open right now that give you a chance to share your experiences and insights
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Oct 16, 20251 min read
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Small Acts of Self Kindness
Small ways to find joy in a busy week
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Oct 4, 20252 min read
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How I Prepare for a New Boss
How I prepare for a new boss to ensure a smooth and positive transition.
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Sep 13, 20253 min read
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How My Teaching Has Transformed: From chalkboards to tech tools
How teaching has transformed while I've been in the profession
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Aug 30, 20252 min read
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Four ways to combat the winter doldrums
Read about practical, playful, healthy and generous ways to combat the winter doldrums
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Aug 16, 20252 min read
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Mark your calendar for Equal Pay Day
Article about Equal Pay Day and resources for lesson planning on this important topic.
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Aug 2, 20252 min read
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Subscriptions every teacher needs
Having a subscription to the small things that help you get through the term can save time and energy.
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May 31, 20251 min read
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Book Review: The Anxious Generation
Book review of The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt
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May 25, 20253 min read
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How to make your own promotion
In schools, career advancement opportunities are often limited, so it might be time to create your own promotion. Here are my suggestions to get you there.
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May 17, 20252 min read
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Five Self-care Strategies
It may seem obvious, but teaching is hard! Most teachers I know are strong, very emotionally well-regulated and deeply committed to...
rachelmaissan6
May 10, 20251 min read
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Inspired by a simple message on International Women's Day
How I got inspired by a simple message from overseas.
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Mar 10, 20252 min read
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Could teachers benefit from a more flexible workplace?
A post exploring how teachers and school leaders could benefit from a more flexible workplace.
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Feb 15, 20252 min read
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A hobby could make you a better teacher or leader
Try one of these hobbies and it could make you a better teacher or leader!
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Feb 1, 20252 min read
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Book Review: Happiness Education
Book review: Happiness Education
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Jan 18, 20252 min read
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Teaching is a rollercoaster ride
Two articles highlight the rollercoaster ride that is teaching.
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Jan 12, 20252 min read
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