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How to reduce stress and feel more in control as a Headteacher
Are you a Headteacher or MAT CEO feeling the strain of constant demands, overwhelm or the physical toll of stress?
In this short webinar, I share simple, proven techniques from our Headteacher programme. They’re designed to reduce stress and support your heart health and overall wellbeing.
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The Pursuit of Sleep for Teachers
Our free gift to support your rest, energy and wellbeing
If you’re finding it hard to switch off, you’re not alone.
Sleep is one of the foundations of wellbeing, and when it suffers, everything feels harder.
The Pursuit of Sleep for Teachers is our free gift to you.
Written especially for teachers, school leaders and school staff, it shares 99 simple, research-based tips to improve sleep, restore balance and protect your energy.
Inside you’ll find small daily habits and gentle self-care practices to help you rest deeply and feel more ready for whatever the day brings.
What readers say:
“Easy to dip into and pick up a new idea to try.”
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Welcome to the blog. These two-minute reads are here to help you feel a little more calm, clear and steady in the day-to-day.
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Because wellbeing isn’t something we tick off. It’s something we build through everyday choices and actions.
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Join us for thought-provoking discussions with influential figures from the UK’s education sector, addressing the pressing issues impacting teachers, school leaders, and the wider school system.
Gain access to evidence-based tools and strategies that alleviate stress and empower you to thrive in your career.
Hosted by Maria Brosnan, a highly experienced Educational Health and Wellbeing Specialist with over 30 years of expertise, these conversations offer invaluable insights and actionable advice.
Together, let’s navigate the complexities of the education landscape, support one another, and foster a resilient and thriving community.
Simple Strategies to Improve Teacher Stress with Therese Hoyle
Stress, anxiety and exhaustion levels are already sky-high for many teachers. We know we can't 'pour from an empty cup'; we need to put our own 'oxygen mask' on first; we should be practising 'self-care'. But how? Best selling author, Therese Hoyle, shares simple,...
Missing the School Staffroom? with Kimberley Evans
Staffrooms have a vital role to play in schools. They're normally the hub of the staff community and a place to eat, drink, work, socialise and rest. So what can we do without them, or with limited access to one? Kimberley Evans started Nourish the Workplace to gives...
3 simple tools to manage stress in the classroom, with Vanessa McHardy
We know how important whole-school wellbeing is, but it can be difficult to know where to start or what to prioritise. Vanessa McHardy is an Integrative Child Psychotherapist who works in schools and has a private practice in London. In this inspiring conversation...
Enhancing School Wellbeing through Character Strengths with Frederika Roberts
We all have character strengths. When we know what they are, we can use them to powerfully enhance our individual wellbeing and create an environment in the classroom and across the school that enables everyone to flourish. Frederika Roberts is a speaker, trainer,...
Supporting NQTs, RQTs and their Mentors with John Rees
Being a newly qualified or recently qualified teacher in 2020 will be challenging. On top of the usual demands of a new career, dealing with the uncertainty of Covid and implementing guidelines in school brings unique challenges. John Rees is an experienced teacher,...
School Leadership in a Time of Crisis with Sonia Gill
School leadership in 2020 is more challenging than any other time in living memory. We explore how school leaders can protect their wellbeing and build a thriving school culture in a time of crisis. Sonia Gill is a qualified teacher who has taught all ages from 4 to...