DESCRIPTION: In this episode, Tem dives into the art of building emotional resilience as a teacher. With high demands and daily challenges, it's easy for educators to take things personally. Tem shares practical strategies to help teachers protect their energy, maintain perspective, and stay grounded, improving classroom management. Tune in for insights that will empower you to thrive in your role without letting external pressures weigh you down, causing overwhelm, anxiety, stress and burnout. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Go to Mastering teaching to unlock exclusive content, strengthen your skills and access resources to help level up and thrive in your teaching profession for the price of a coffee!Recognise that student and parent behaviours are often reflections of external factors, not you.Replace self-criticism with self-compassion, reminding yourself that teaching is inherently challenging. This helps to reduce anxiety.Shift your perspective by understanding what might be going on with them.BEST MOMENTS: "When a student makes a negative comment about us" "It's an emotional toll" "They're not mad at you, they're made at the situation" "They're the reasons we teach, for our students to feel safe, supported and enjoy our lessons" "You matter the most" VALUABLE RESOURCES: Go to Mastering teaching to unlock exclusive content, strengthen your skills and access resources to help level up and thrive in your teaching profession for the price of a coffee! EPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT: Unlocking Your Impact: How Teachers Shape Lives Empowering Language: How the Words We Use Shape Student and Teacher Wellbeing ABOUT THE HOST: Since embarking on her teaching journey in 2009, Tem has been on a mission to empower students to reach their fullest potential. Specialising as a Secondary Physical Education Teacher, Tem also has experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN) as a class teacher in an SEN provision. With an unwavering commitment to helping students become the best versions of themselves, Tem believes in the power of education to shape not just academic prowess, but character and resilience. Having mentored numerous teachers throughout her career, she is not only shaping young minds but also nurturing the growth of those who guide them. ABOUT THE SHOW: The podcast for teachers of many years, trainee teachers or Early Career Teachers (ECTs). Join Tem as she delves into the diverse world of teaching, offering valuable insights, tips, and advice on a variety of teaching strategies to help teachers thrive as classroom practitioners.  CONNECT & CONTACT:  Email: [email protected] Linktree: https://linktr.ee/temsteachingtips Instagram: instagram.com/temsteachingtips Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.