When "taking a break" is not an option, the best solution is finding a better balance.When you are stressed out and exhausted, it's hard to find the patience, positive energy, and enthusiasm necessary to provide your students with the best instruction. Award-winning educator Mike Anderson faced this challenge himself, and the solutions he found will help teachers like you to

Recharge your battery by focusing on basic needs such as healthy eating, hydration, sleep, safety, exercise, and rest and relaxation to improve your health. Recover your swagger by exploring your senses of competence and purpose to boost your confidence. Rekindle your professional fire by exercising autonomy and curiosity to tap into your passion. Refresh your spirit by fostering belonging and fun to regain a sense of joy.

Anderson describes in candid detail his own struggles and offers a multitude of practical tips to help teachers find solutions that will work for them, emphasizing the importance of daily routines that add up over time. He also explains how to take balancing efforts schoolwide.

A well-balanced teacher is one who finds ways to take care of their own needs and builds powerful habits that sustain both energy and excellence. By taking steps to regain your balance and reignite your passion for teaching, you can enjoy a richer life both inside the classroom and out.