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I have been learning about compassion fatigue, also known as secondary traumatic stress. “Secondary traumatic stress is sort of the consequence of being a good teacher. If you care about students, you’re probably not going to avoid it.” neatoday.org/2019/10/18/secondary-traumatic-stress/Permalink On twitter.com
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I worry about my students, perhaps too much. I struggle with how much to help sometimes. I know for my career to be sustainable, I have to be less self-sacrificing. But it's hardPermalink On twitter.com
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I guess my #selfcare homework is to investigate ways to be less self-sacrificing. Any suggestions welcome!On twitter.com
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“If we want healthy teachers in our classrooms, schools must acknowledge the importance of things like staff appreciation, involvement in decision-making, vacation time, mental health awareness and professional development training on ways to build and value self-care.”Permalink On twitter.com