Following last week's mailbag episode, Tim spends some time ruminating on why teachers need to take a break this summer. With so many teachers feeling exhausted, he talks about the benefits to stepping away and the reasons you should take a break from school-related work for a couple of months. Listen as he discusses creating a routine around what you love, exploring new ideas that excite you, and the benefits of making more connections with the people who can support you.

Resources and Links

• Challenges From This Year and How Art Teachers Overcame Them
• Read Abby Schukei's article about Focusing on Yourself
• How to Reduce Stress and Take Things Off Your Plate