Making Math Moments That Matter

How Do I Avoid Burnout and Still Achieve Success

08.28.2023 - By Kyle Pearce & Jon OrrPlay

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In our latest episode, we dive into a topic of utmost importance: maintaining a harmonious equilibrium between achieving success and nurturing your well being as an educator. Join us as we explore invaluable insights that equip you with the tools to avoid burnout while making strides in your teaching journey. Discover the art of sustaining the energy required to be an effective math teacher. We unravel practical strategies to strike a balance between the demands of teaching and preserving your own vitality, ensuring a sustainable and fulfilling career. Learn the liberating lesson of acknowledging that you don't have to do everything at all times. We delve into the power of setting realistic expectations and making peace with prioritization, freeing you from the burden of unnecessary stress. Fuel your motivation to aim higher by forging a support network that uplifts you. Uncover the transformative influence of surrounding yourself with like-minded peers who share your ambitions, providing a nurturing environment to nurture your teaching fire.

You’ll Learn: How do I sustain the work needed to become an effective math teacher; How to make peace that you can’t do EVERYTHING all of the time; Why finding a support network can fuel your fire to strive for more; What structure helps me focus on what really matters in math classrooms; and, How priming your mindset can help you avoiding burnout; 

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Other Useful Resources and Supports:  Make Math Moments Framework [Blog Article] Make Math Moments Problem-Based Lessons & Units Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!

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