57. Stress Management Techniques (for Students and Teachers)

The Teaching Toolbox - A Podcast for Middle School Teachers

I think we all feel stress, in different ways, at different times. While there CAN be positive stress, when we talk about stress, we typically think about how to handle negative stress. So today's episode is packed with tips for stress management.

Topics Discussed

• Why is it important to talk about managing stress?
• Teacher stress management
• Student stress management

Resources

--> Learn more about exercise's role in managing stress here:

https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental-health/publications/how-look-after-your-mental-health-using-exercise

--> Learn more about how coloring can help with stress management:

https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/coloring-is-good-for-your-health

--> Give it a try by printing out these coloring sheets for your classroom:

https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Coloring-Sheets-1-Spring-Fall-Holiday-Patterned-Coloring-Pages-1519236

--> Learn more about how stress effects your heart:

Heart Health Managing Stress

https://health.gov/myhealthfinder/health-conditions/heart-health/manage-stress

--> Learn 9 more stress management strategies for teachers:

https://www.wgu.edu/blog/9-stress-management-strategies-every-teacher-needs-know1712.html

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