[Hanan]

To manage stress, try taking short breaks, deep breathing, physical activity, spending time outdoors, practicing mindfulness, talking to someone supportive, & enjoying hobbies.

[Eva]

Stretching/yoga helps release stress and tension in the body, so when I’m stressed because of something that happened at work I’ll take 5 minutes to stretch.

[Ethan Winstead]

When i get stressed i take the time to do some breathing exercises, and put on some calming music, or ambient noise such as rain sounds, river, or forest sounds, and picture im there in a calming setting.

[Rena Mateja]

Take time before and after your shift to breath and make sure that you are at your best self so you can be your best self for your students

[Storay Hedayat]

Music. The best way to reduce stress is to play relaxing music in the morning.

[Gabrielle Hedgemon]

i tend to play mantra music it not only relaxes me but my classroom as well, sometimes the white noise can be overpowering and annoying , sometimes the children want to hear soft slow music.

[Raghanivedha]

Working with children is very rewarding and very emotional work. Are there any techniques you’ve found to release stress?

Takind deep breath with closed eyes helped me release stress. Also, taking a walk outside helps.

[Tiffany]

Taking some breaths, stretching, playing music, or taking a walk.

[Kelli]

Yes! Making sure you are prepared for the day helps! Also removing yourself from the classroom and practicing on stretching while simultaneously focusing on your breathing I found helps a bunch !

[Hannah Beebe]

Being aware of yourself and how you feel. The key to be resilient to stress isn’t avoiding emotion. It’s embracing it.

[cassie]

It is important to have multiple techniques for distressing. My favorite is drinking tea, or just having my own quiet time.

[Genesis Berg]

Talking time to myself and care like going for a walk, doing beauty treatments and decompression

[brooklyn]

during my free time i love to listen to music or just sit in the quiet of my car or get fresh air outside. i also like to think about all the things to look forward to after I get off work.

[Nizhoni]

Finding time during the day to gather my thoughts and remember that what I do for the children is making a difference.