https://padlet.com/addieqhembree31/5bw122h5n60jrax4 Self-care is a word that we hear often. While we know what this word means, do we practice it? It is important for educators to practice self-care and to teach their students how to do the same. Below are a few self-care strategies to implement into your daily life. en-us 2021-06-04 04:01:47 UTC 2021-06-04 04:29:49 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f989.png addieqhembree31 https://padlet.com/addieqhembree31/5bw122h5n60jrax4/wish/1584437007 Find a self-care challenge that suits your needs and daily schedule. Print it out and keep on your desk. Ensure to complete at least one self-care item each day. Below is an example of a self-care challenge to try.]]> 2021-06-04 04:06:17 UTC https://padlet.com/addieqhembree31/5bw122h5n60jrax4/wish/1584437007 addieqhembree31 https://padlet.com/addieqhembree31/5bw122h5n60jrax4/wish/1584439228 Take a few moments out of your day to journal and reflect on how you are feeling. List your accomplishments and focus on what you are proud of. The link below provides steps to get you started.]]> 2021-06-04 04:08:03 UTC https://padlet.com/addieqhembree31/5bw122h5n60jrax4/wish/1584439228 addieqhembree31 https://padlet.com/addieqhembree31/5bw122h5n60jrax4/wish/1584452404 Take the time to allow yourself to be creative. Spending time with yourself and creating a product you are proud of is a great way to care for yourself. Below are ideas to get started.]]> 2021-06-04 04:17:38 UTC https://padlet.com/addieqhembree31/5bw122h5n60jrax4/wish/1584452404 addieqhembree31 https://padlet.com/addieqhembree31/5bw122h5n60jrax4/wish/1584454786 When feeling overwhelmed, step aside and focus on your breathing. Centering yourself and finding your breath helps with stress and frustration. ]]> 2021-06-04 04:19:27 UTC https://padlet.com/addieqhembree31/5bw122h5n60jrax4/wish/1584454786 addieqhembree31 https://padlet.com/addieqhembree31/5bw122h5n60jrax4/wish/1584456485 When feeling tense, take the time to stretch your body and give it what it needs. Daily yoga and stretches is beneficial to your body.]]> 2021-06-04 04:20:46 UTC https://padlet.com/addieqhembree31/5bw122h5n60jrax4/wish/1584456485 addieqhembree31 https://padlet.com/addieqhembree31/5bw122h5n60jrax4/wish/1584458301 Do you like to cook? Take the time to enjoy yourself in the kitchen by trying new recipes and dishes. Invite friends over to enjoy your food.]]> 2021-06-04 04:22:07 UTC https://padlet.com/addieqhembree31/5bw122h5n60jrax4/wish/1584458301 addieqhembree31 https://padlet.com/addieqhembree31/5bw122h5n60jrax4/wish/1584460285 Declutter your space and spend time making your home, office, classroom, etc. more enjoyable. Having a clean space helps us feel accomplished. ]]> 2021-06-04 04:23:44 UTC https://padlet.com/addieqhembree31/5bw122h5n60jrax4/wish/1584460285 addieqhembree31 https://padlet.com/addieqhembree31/5bw122h5n60jrax4/wish/1584462346 Relax your tense muscles by allowing yourself a spa day. Taking the time to decompress and relax will help you find a balance between things you enjoy and things that are bringing you stress.]]> 2021-06-04 04:25:15 UTC https://padlet.com/addieqhembree31/5bw122h5n60jrax4/wish/1584462346 addieqhembree31 https://padlet.com/addieqhembree31/5bw122h5n60jrax4/wish/1584464274 Go out and buy a few of your favorite flowers and plant them outside your window. Enjoy the view they bring and the relaxation gardening can bring.]]> 2021-06-04 04:26:41 UTC https://padlet.com/addieqhembree31/5bw122h5n60jrax4/wish/1584464274 addieqhembree31 https://padlet.com/addieqhembree31/5bw122h5n60jrax4/wish/1584470273 Research and find some essential oils that bring you joy. Find some that are known to help limit stress. Diffuse them in areas of your home or work where you can enjoy them everyday.]]> 2021-06-04 04:29:08 UTC https://padlet.com/addieqhembree31/5bw122h5n60jrax4/wish/1584470273