by Lisa Baylis | Aug 19, 2019 | Educator Burn Out, Parenting, Positive Education
Back to school is a busy time for educators and parents. And, if you’re like me and live both of these roles the busyness can sometimes feel overwhelming and anxious. For educators this time is full of planning lessons, setting up classrooms, organizing schedules and...
by Lisa Baylis | Apr 15, 2018 | Educator Burn Out, Mindfulness, Parenting, Retreat
It’s Sunday – a day of rest, a day to find stillness and calm, and a chance to be with my family. My day should be full of joy and contentment, but I’m tired, anxious and feeling like there is never enough time in the day to do all the things I need to...
by N1k1 | Jun 1, 2017 | Parenting, Positive Education
When I was a new mom the best piece of advice I ever got was, “the days are long but the years are short” and now, in June, as my baby girl is finishing Kindergarten, I wonder where all the time has gone. As educators, during this time of year, we are...
by N1k1 | Apr 13, 2016 | Parenting, Positive Education
My Why Two years ago BC teachers were getting ready to go on strike. We were fighting together for better class composition, smaller class size and increased pay. Teachers were unhappy, overwhelmed and underappreciated. During this time, I went looking for what...