The Four Elements of Wellness: Alternative Educators by Meredith McNerney https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42 Recall a recent time when you overcame a challenge or set back (e.g. an argument with a friend, or received some negative feedback at work). en-us 2022-01-25 23:54:52 UTC 2022-02-01 14:55:22 UTC hello@padlet.com Strategies https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023472597 Some of the strategies that have helped me with the stressors of work lately are exercise, meditation through the Calm app, and listening to audiobooks.]]> 2022-02-01 14:46:19 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023472597 https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023474504 Give yourself praise for the positive moments in a difficult situation ]]> 2022-02-01 14:47:04 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023474504 Listening to music and having a long walk alone. https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023474618 2022-02-01 14:47:07 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023474618 There was a moment in which I felt disrespected by a staff member. https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023475185 2022-02-01 14:47:21 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023475185 No stressors https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023475404 2022-02-01 14:47:26 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023475404 Strategies https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023475698 One of my friends recently told me to ....Just BREATHE!!! 

]]> 2022-02-01 14:47:34 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023475698 https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023475699 A strategy for me me is prayer and exercise]]> 2022-02-01 14:47:34 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023475699 Solution-Seeking behaviors https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023475784 I have had some concerns within my school with how certain situations are being handled. I finally have found my voice and spoken up.]]> 2022-02-01 14:47:36 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023475784 https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023476241 Asking for help when needed ]]> 2022-02-01 14:47:47 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023476241 Talking a walk with a friend or alone. https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023476365 2022-02-01 14:47:50 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023476365 When I am stressed and overwhelmed from work I need to call a friend or family member to vent and get a fresh perspective on things. I take a shower, light a candle, and curl up on the couch with mindless reality TV! https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023476555 2022-02-01 14:47:54 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023476555 Realizing you can only do what you can do. Nothing more, nothing less. https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023477718 2022-02-01 14:48:23 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023477718 https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023478445 Accept the thought that it’s ok not to be ok with things.]]> 2022-02-01 14:48:40 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023478445 Supportive People https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023478905 I have really relied heavily on Djuna lately and have been grateful to have her on my team.]]> 2022-02-01 14:48:50 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023478905 Strategies https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023478919 Music, walking, daily affirmations and Allowing myself to not feel the pressure of perfection! ]]> 2022-02-01 14:48:51 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023478919 Talk to a friend, listen to music, or sleep. https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023479022 2022-02-01 14:48:53 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023479022 https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023479079 Being intentional about reading uplifting books/articles, listening to music, and not talking about work when I am home in my safe space. ]]> 2022-02-01 14:48:55 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023479079 https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023479162 Practicing patience with all but also with yourself. Listening to your body and observing others and meeting students/colleagues where they are instead of pushing expectations on one another. ]]> 2022-02-01 14:48:57 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023479162 Strategies: For me prayer, writing, being with my family, and being active keep me balanced. https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023479324 2022-02-01 14:49:00 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023479324 Supports https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023479590 I relied upon the wisdom and strategies from my life coach.]]> 2022-02-01 14:49:05 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023479590 a tricky situation with a colleague...my ARL crew supported me, I acknowledged that it wasn't me it was something the other person was struggling with, allowed myself to feel the feelings and then let it go...thinking forward helped me move on from it. https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023479892 2022-02-01 14:49:13 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023479892 Strategies https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023480443 Being able to use my family as an escape to a bad day at work is awesome. Sometimes problems with students become too much but being able to come home and get lost in family time is a true healer.]]> 2022-02-01 14:49:26 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023480443 I listen to an audiobook on the drive home from work. It helps me reset my brain. https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023480640 2022-02-01 14:49:31 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023480640 Make time for my self, remove my self from the situation, take deep breaths, listen to music, get refocused, thinking about my long term goals, reminding myself that were all humans and it is OK to ask for help. https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023481422 2022-02-01 14:49:53 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023481422 I am overcoming the challenge of supporting a few students that have returned to the comprehensive school setting from evening school. All have not been able to accept their return, and being supportive of both the students and the staff has been emotionally taxing, to say the least. I rely upon sagacity to get me through each day. https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023481694 2022-02-01 14:49:59 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023481694 Remembering all the reasons I have to be thankful https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023481740 2022-02-01 14:50:01 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023481740 https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023481761 I isolate myself, listen to music, talk to certain friend.]]> 2022-02-01 14:50:01 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023481761 Poetry, art, music,watching birds https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023481803 2022-02-01 14:50:02 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023481803 When I am stressed I try to laugh, go get my nails done, do something fun with friends or family, get a starbucks and drive, etc. With most of my frustrating situations personal and professional, these are my ways of calm. https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023481809 2022-02-01 14:50:03 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023481809 Prayer, family and friends always save the day! https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023482107 2022-02-01 14:50:10 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023482107 https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023483052 Not always reacting in the moment, but taking a minute to think and generate a plan first. ]]> 2022-02-01 14:50:31 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023483052 Strategies https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023483496 Nonsense session with friends]]> 2022-02-01 14:50:43 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023483496 Strategies https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023483527 I learned to 'notice what I'm noticing' when I am faced with a difficult decision or a challenging, stressful situation. By being aware of what I'm thinking about helps me to override negative thoughts/behaviors.]]> 2022-02-01 14:50:44 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023483527 Strategies https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023484025 Taking a 3 mile walk outside everyday, even when I don't think I am stressed. It helps to refocus and calm myself]]> 2022-02-01 14:50:56 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023484025 Sagacity https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023484046 "Have you realized that most of your unhappiness in life is due to the fact that you are listening to yourself instead of talking to yourself?" - Martyn Lloyd-Jones]]> 2022-02-01 14:50:56 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023484046 Talking to key co-workers during a situation is supportive. Not rehashing the problem at home keeps my stress about it low. https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023484128 2022-02-01 14:50:58 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023484128 Strategies https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023484590 Pray
Just exhale & breathe
Tell myself that it's okay..all is well
Smile and have fun and live in the moment
Listen to music
Take time for myself ]]> 2022-02-01 14:51:09 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023484590 https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023484919 Talking things out with others. Sorting things out mentally to release the feelings, so that I would not need to revisit the situation again. Working for resolution is always helpful for me. Being honest with myself.]]> 2022-02-01 14:51:17 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023484919 https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023484997 Pay attention to your body. It knows when you need a break. ]]> 2022-02-01 14:51:19 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023484997 Strategies https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023486879 Taking the important time to process information...good or bad. ]]> 2022-02-01 14:52:02 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023486879 https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023487833 Remember we are still in a pandemic. Everything won’t be as easy as it used to be. ]]> 2022-02-01 14:52:27 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023487833 https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023489694 Leaving school at school. Making sure that i have time for myself, family, and friends]]> 2022-02-01 14:53:11 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023489694 Sagacity https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023490248 I recall the wise words of a mentor who reminds me that thoughts>feelings>actions>RESULTS. Thus, I must work to be aware of my THOUGHTS for they will determine RESULTS.]]> 2022-02-01 14:53:24 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023490248 Strategies https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023490379 I go for a walk, do the gardening, watch birds and spend time with my cats.]]> 2022-02-01 14:53:27 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023490379 https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023490486 2022-02-01 14:53:30 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023490486 https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023491325 Taking a walk]]> 2022-02-01 14:53:51 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023491325 Solution-seeking behaviors https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023491482 Light a candle
Dim the light
Listen to meditation music]]> 2022-02-01 14:53:55 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023491482 What would I say to a friend if it happened to them? We are so much harder on ourselves than we are on others. https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023493507 2022-02-01 14:54:37 UTC https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023493507 Strategies https://padlet.com/choosecalm/oax5dii68yy2gt42/wish/2023494685 Talk to friend
cry
pray
listen to music

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