Join me as two teachers from the Teacher Experience podcast share their insights into how they maintain a work-life balance using some very practical tools

Have you ever tried using a life timetable?

Find out how and why here! This works alongside your work timetable but you may need to upend your priorities when you hear about it!

What about your to-do list? How does yours look? Overwhelmed? This is a huge contributor to burnout amongst teachers and leaders. Mrs Dearman and Miss Wylde share their insights into becoming OK with their to-do list.

We discuss cognitive load, balance, finding your own way forward that suits you and where your non-negotiables might stand.

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In this podcast, we welcome Shannon Swales, to explore the impact of burnout on teachers and leaders. Shannon shares her personal journey of experiencing severe burnout in 2021 after years as a registered psychologist in Australia.

She discusses the shame and stigma surrounding mental illness and burnout, particularly for those in caring professions like teaching. Shannon emphasizes the emotional toll of compassion fatigue and the importance of finding trusted individuals to confide in during times of struggle.

We also dive into practical recovery strategies from Shannon's book, Nothing Left to Give, which focuses on recognising the early signs of burnout and taking proactive steps toward healing. Shannon highlights the need for more than just rest, with recovery rooted in sleep, nutrition, movement, and seeking professional help.

She encourages mindfulness, journaling, and self-compassion as powerful tools for personal growth and emotional recovery, offering listeners actionable tips to prevent burnout and make sustainable changes for improved well-being.

Connect with Shannon's work via www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com, by reading her burnout memoir - Nothing Left to Give: A Psychologist's Path Back www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com/buy-my-book, exploring her blog - 'Lessons From a Burnt Out Psychologist' - www.burnoutpsychologysupport.com/blog, or social media pages @burnoutpsychologysupport
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In this podcast, we dive into the psychology of avoidance and procrastination, exploring how these tendencies can impact our stress levels and productivity. We share personal stories, such as the experience of delaying a seemingly simple task and the relief felt once it was completed. By examining different approaches to tackling tasks—whether it's doing them immediately or saving them for later—we discuss the importance of understanding your own working style. We encourage you to identify your own habits and develop effective strategies to overcome procrastination, making the most of your time and reducing unnecessary stress.

We explore strategies for overcoming avoidance, such as time blocking and understanding one's preferred work style. Whether you're someone who prefers to tackle tasks immediately or save them for later, recognizing your approach can significantly impact your stress levels and productivity. We encourage listeners to reflect on what they're avoiding, understand their personal tendencies, and take actionable steps to address their procrastination. Join us as we uncover ways to manage and conquer avoidance to enhance both personal and professional well-being.

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