Mental fitness practices for educator wellbeing

Educators can improve their mental fitness through small, daily practices designed to provide breathing room during busy schedules. One recommended technique is the ‘STOP’ method: stopping an activity, taking breaths, observing internal thoughts and physical sensations, and then proceeding with a supportive action. This serves as a circuit breaker between tasks, such as moving from a challenging classroom interaction to a meeting or a commute.

Building mental fitness involves noticing positive moments and utilizing small pockets of time throughout the day to practice mindfulness and self-care.