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I do light workouts, maintain healthy eating and sleeping habits by sticking to a schedule.

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Meditation and action is how I am coping with what's unfolding in our country and around the world.

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I am feeling a lot in the moment. There are two pandemics occurring in this country right now. COVID and systemic racism. The events unfolding around the country and the overall unrest is overwhelming, to say the least. Yet, as a white man, I can't even begin to imagine the generational pain of Black and POC communities. There isn't really any peace with the inhumane practices that faces us in the moment. I'm trying to stay hopeful that there will be systemic change and I'm trying to do my part, knowing that it's not enough.

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Periodically disconnecting from social media, reading more books, writing down one thing I am grateful for each day, balancing alone time and time for connection with family and friends.

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Taking a moment to breathe and go outside.

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Taking a moment to breathe and go outside.

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I get up extra early every morning to stretch and breathe.

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I get up extra early every morning to stretch and breathe.

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I get very distressed watching the news or reading the news. I'm really limiting the amount. Currently reading a humorous book with my book club. 

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I get very distressed watching the news or reading the news. I'm really limiting the amount. Currently reading a humorous book with my book club. 

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Setting boundaries, being kind to myself, walks outside, baths, lots of self-care

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Setting boundaries, being kind to myself, walks outside, baths, lots of self-care

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I've just rejoined WW and starting to exercise more.

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Lots of self-care, exercise, drinking less, eating well, and empathy for others

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Lots of self-care, exercise, drinking less, eating well, and empathy for others

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I haven't watched the news since April. I've been reading instead and I am being a lot more deliberate about what news source listen to a read from. I also spend at least a 30 mins of alone quite time every morning. Reading the Bible. And I ride between 6-10 miles a day on a stationary bike.

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I'm feeling like this is an incredibly challenging time. Regular problems are exacerbated by current events. I am just trying to take care, get by, and treat our students with empathy. 

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I'm feeling like this is an incredibly challenging time. Regular problems are exacerbated by current events. I am just trying to take care, get by, and treat our students with empathy. 

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Honestly, I'm feeling overwhelmed and confused as to how related service will work into this program. I  know it is what it is and we will figure it out but my knee jerk reaction is just very overwhelmed.

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Honestly, I am a mixed bag of emotions. I am sad for my kids and how this situation is affecting them. I am angry about the people of color are openly treated in the US by a FEW people. I am hopeful that Love and understanding can win the day. But I know the selfishness of the human condition will constantly be a barrier.

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I've tried hard to accept the current circumstances we are both living and teaching in.  To be mindful that this is something temporary and accept that this forum simply  might not work for all students. I also try to get lots of exercise to help keep me balanced and calm.

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Currently, I am feeling grateful that the city valued our health and safety enough to allow us to stay home and teach virtually. I also feel concerned with the amount of face to face academic instruction the children lost. I worry about the pandemic hindered academic progress and the amount of pressure children will feel when they get back to school and need to catch up.

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Well my first coping strategy was just breathing. Taking it all in, and figuring out how I would be able to take on this new challenge without losing all of my senses. I would often take a step back whenever I felt  overwhelmed and just gathered myself initially. I would also sit on my porch and in the backyard for some fresh air, or reach to my peers to just have some meaningful engaging conversations. But overall, finding some me time initially  has been the core of my  strategies.

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Honestly,  in the beginning I felt anxious as we faced the great unknown. As far as not being sure if I’d be able to assist students the way I would normally do within the classroom setting,. However as time went I settled in a routine, that worked best for me as I also had to juggle being a full time mom and a full time employee. As of right now I am just really exhausted, and I look forward to the time we will have to rejuvenate oneself for the upcoming school year.

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Taking deep breath, take a walk, look out the window, read books, listen to the calm music and watch some funny movies and talk to friends and families.

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I really appreciate that I can spend more time with my family.   On the other hand, I hope that I can get back to school and see the students in person. I am sad that I can’t see the fifth graders in person come next fall.

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I can’t stay I have planned strategies to cope with current events that have changed my routines and quality of life, but I can say that my family is my constant.  My family continues to give me strength and keeps me going.  I’m truly blessed to have a support system at home.

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Walk away from it all for a few minutes. Exercise. Eat. Cook. Try not to eat too much. Watch comedy. Keep learning all the new tech and apps because they will make things easier in the long run.

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I feel anxious about what changes the future might bring that are unexpected. I am worried about  my own ability to deal in real time with social distancing, teaching and having 1/2 of the class in front of me and half doing something else- right now I can walk away for 2 minutes when I am frustrated. I feel fortunate to have a job when so many do not right now. I  am EXTREMELY nervous about catching Covid 19  in the fall because I do think I will live through it, nor would my family be able to deal.  I am looking forward to the summer and trying to actually make something of it despite all going on and the potential risks.

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Sometimes current situations seem unreal, but my life experiences include other historical and life changing  events dating back to the 70’s.  I try to think of these events as big sacrifices that led to evolution in humanity.  I’m looking forward to better days that I know will come.  I’m feeling very hopeful.

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Frequent video meetings with family (laugh and share stories about how we cope with quarantine) and lots of long, long, walks. Also, I listen to relaxation apps to help me unwind.

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Frequent video meetings with family (laugh and share stories about how we cope with quarantine) and lots of long, long, walks. Also, I listen to relaxation apps to help me unwind.

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Ok. Things are starting to calm down. We've planned A LOT  for the next few weeks, and our effort is paying off. But I am ambivalent about the future at the same time. I have a constant knot in my tummy.

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Ok. Things are starting to calm down. We've planned A LOT  for the next few weeks, and our effort is paying off. But I am ambivalent about the future at the same time. I have a constant knot in my tummy.

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A daily walk, listening to upbeat music.

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Ready for a fresh year and a fresh start. Hopeful that coming back together in person (fingers crossed) will have the kids recharged and enthusiastic about learning again.

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Singing and playing music with my kiddos.

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Singing and playing music with my kiddos.

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Very busy.  Anxious to figure out summer.

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Very busy.  Anxious to figure out summer.

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Trying to stay active indoors, spending quality time with my daughter, and being involved in her learning experiences.  

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Trying to stay active indoors, spending quality time with my daughter, and being involved in her learning experiences.  

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Trying to always remain positive and calm.

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Trying to always remain positive and calm.

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A lot of exercise!!

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Wishing this was all a dream. We really need to get back to some normalcy.

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Reading and sitting outside.

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So many things to wrap up, and yet so much time without things to do.

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After a full day of staring at a screen, it helped to move.

My son and I went on bike rides, and he even joined me in my Zoom kickboxing classes.

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It's been a rollercoaster.

I was discouraged by kids who had made so much progress in the classroom but  disappeared once remote learning started.

I was inspired by kids who struggled so much in the classroom, but really rose to the challenges of distance learning.

I was thrilled when I saw the smiling faces of the kids in a Google Meet, but saddened by the kids who didn't come.

I heard the love and understanding in Gina's voice as she patiently introduced almost her entire class to me academically and as people.

I finish the year in a hopeful place. Next year will be better. It has to be.

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Meditation has really helped me cope with this new way of life. It helps release the butterflies :)
Meital

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Right now, I am feeling frustrated. Even though I know things are tough at home, the level of parental involvement in our class gets lower and lower by the day. I feel like I am trying to educate these students but I have a brick wall in front of me. Lack of parent support and engagement can be very taxing.

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I have coped in these difficult times by indulging in my hobbies - reading, baking, and cooking. By focusing my mind on these activities I lower my stress and anxiety levels.

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I feel anxious, I feel a lot of butterflies and knots in my stomach. Whenever I feel them and its often, I  know that Im uneasy and I need to step away.  Unfortunately, its too often.
Meital

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Just taking things day by day.