Chapter 5-

Self Empowerment

Key Principles.

Note:

The detailed examples for each principle, exercises for the teacher and mini-lessons for the class are written in the book.

Self empowering

As teachers, we are used to increasing demands with every passing year. This situation often lead to stress and emotional exhaustion. One of the ways to empower ourselves is to recharge ourselves physically and mentally.

It is important to remember that in order to maintain our physical and mental health we must balance our professional and personal lives.

Tony Robbins:

Stop Your Negative Thinking

managing emotions

Sometimes while preparing for a lesson, we have a clear picture in mind of how things should be. However, things don't always work out as we have planned. This can result in feelings of frustration and disappointment.

Here are videos that suggest how to deal with different emotions.

Angela Ceberano

Be The Warrior Not The Worrier - Fighting Anxiety & Fear

Brené Brown:

Why Your Critics Aren't The Ones Who Count

effective conversation

During our work as teachers, we give and receive feedback whether it is from colleagues, parents or students. In order to communicate effectively we have to assume that a person in front of us has a positive intention in mind.

Many times, we judge others according to their behavior and ourselves according to our intent. I try to see the intent of the others in front of me and remind myself of the purpose of the conversation.

Building Strong Relationships

self motivation

Motivation is the personal will of each of us. Motivation directs us to acheive our goals and fulfill our dreams.

Many times we do not have the strength or self confidence to realize our dreams. Listening to a motivational speech is one way to restore the belief in ourselves.

Becoming a Catalyst for Change

How to believe in yourself

reflection

Personal reflection, is a great way to be attentive and develop self-awareness of our path and developments as human beings and teachers. Writing about emotional experiences helps regulating emotions, releasing thoughts, relieving stress and dealing with challenging experiences.

Reading and reflecting upon what have written will help us rethink the experiences and gain useful insights from it.

The Value of Self-Reflection

Writing for Therapy

Chapter 5-

Self Empowerment

Key Principles.

Self empowering

As teachers, we are used to increasing demands with every passing year. This situation often lead to stress and emotional exhaustion. One of the ways to empower ourselves is to recharge ourselves physically and mentally.

It is important to remember that in order to maintain our physical and mental health we must balance our professional and personal lives.

Tony Robbins:

Stop Your Negative Thinking

managing emotions

Sometimes while preparing for a lesson, we have a clear picture in mind of how things should be. However, things don't always work out as we have planned. This can result in feelings of frustration and disappointment.

Here are videos that suggest how to deal with different emotions.

Angela Ceberano

Be The Warrior Not The Worrier - Fighting Anxiety & Fear

Brené Brown:

Why Your Critics Aren't The Ones Who Count

effective conversation

During our work as teachers, we give and receive feedback whether it is from colleagues, parents or students. In order to communicate effectively we have to assume that a person in front of us has a positive intention in mind.

Many times, we judge others according to their behavior and ourselves according to our intent. I try to see the intent of the others in front of me and remind myself of the purpose of the conversation.

Building Strong Relationships

self motivation

Motivation is the personal will of each of us. Motivation directs us to acheive our goals and fulfill our dreams.

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Many times we do not have the strength or self confidence to realize our dreams. Listening to a motivational speech is one way to restore the belief in ourselves.

Becoming a Catalyst for Change

How to believe in yourself

reflection

Personal reflection, is a great way to be attentive and develop self-awareness of our path and developments as human beings and teachers. Writing about emotional experiences helps regulating emotions, releasing thoughts, relieving stress and dealing with challenging experiences.

Reading and reflecting upon what have written will help us rethink the experiences and gain useful insights from it.

The Value of Self-Reflection

Writing for Therapy