Stress Busting Hacks for Early Childhood Educators

[Annastasha Bakara]

Mea and lead teacher turn on slow worship song in the classroom

[Trainer]

Great idea, Annastasha! Music can create a calming atmosphere and help both educators and children relax.

[Amanda Brown]

I go on walks in nature, I do therapy, and I have coffee early before my kids wake up to have a moment of quiet.

[Kimmiwati Liauw]

I will take break 2-3 minutes go to rest room and take deep breath, relaxing so I get refreshed and have positive outcomes to handle situation

[Trainer]

Great strategy, Kimmiwati! Taking short breaks and deep breaths can significantly improve focus and well-being. Well done!

[jailene jeronimo]

me gusta mucho hacer senderismo eso me relaja mucho, y escuchar musica clasica.

[Trainer]

Great strategies, Jailene! Hiking and classical music are excellent ways to unwind and recharge. Keep sharing your tips!

[Trinity]

I keep away stress by giving myself moments to breathe, like for example, taking a walk and stepping away from what ever my stressor is.

[Trainer]

Great strategy, Trinity! Taking breaks and connecting with nature can truly refresh your mind and reduce stress. Keep it up!

[adriana]

I enjoy my quiet time is when the kids are napping and I can reset.

[Trainer]

Great insight, Adriana! Quiet time during naps is essential for recharging and maintaining balance as an educator.

[Rae]

I have different playlists I like to listen to depending on what kind of stressed I am, taking a walk or a drive and listening to said playlist, spending time with friends being creative, lighting a candle and reading a book/making art.

[Trainer]

Great strategies, Rae! Music, nature, and creativity are wonderful ways to recharge and relieve stress. Keep it up!

[Lilyan Miller]

Ways i like to reduce stress is spending time with the people i love or pets, participating in hobbies, and talking with the people closest to me about it, reminding myself to stay present and the things ive accomplished recently.

[Trainer]

Great strategies, Lilyan! Connecting with loved ones and staying present are essential for maintaining well-being. Keep it up!

[Carrie Burgess]

I like to listen to music, take deep breaths to relax and give myself a good count to 10…This helps me to refocus, realign and move on.

[Krista]

I manage stress by listening to music, getting up and going for a walk and remembering to celebrate the good things that are happening.

[Trainer]

Great strategies, Krista! Music, movement, and positive reflections are excellent ways to manage stress effectively!

[Mary Wonne]

My ways of managing stress are to listen to music, rewatch movie series/franchises, baking, singing, and doing fun activities with my siblings. I also enjoy writing about my day, or listening to rain sounds on my phone. My mind feels at ease and I can think efficiently.

[Trainer]

Great strategies, Mary! Engaging in creative activities and spending time with loved ones are excellent ways to reduce stress.

[Laura]

Dancing, Singing, breathing Techniques and reminding myself what is to happen next in our Schedule helps keep me centered in my classroom

[Trainer]

Great strategies, Laura! Movement and mindfulness are excellent ways to maintain focus and positivity in the classroom. Keep it up!

[M Edwards]

I enjoy having a consistent morning routine to start my day off stress free.

[Octavia Grimes]

I maintain stress with breathing techniques, walks around my neigborhood, quick pep talks to myself to regather and refocus. I hang out with my twin sister a lot.

[Katherine]

I set time to be with myself and include either music, a good book, or just a relaxing place to sit and be a while. Playing music and singing are also ways I personally use daily.