Cambridge Scholars Publishing Teacher Self-Care: A Joyful Ode to Good Health

Teachers face many challenges. Despite these, they give much of themselves to their students. This book is about taking care of oneself in simple, yet scientific ways. On an airplane, you are told to put your own oxygen mask on first and the other persons after that. You cannot assist others unless you are fully ready to go yourself. This book is about being ready to go by taking care of yourself. All ages of teacher, and teachers of all levels and subjects, can employ these tips that collected from the authors own lives and research. It will serve to encourage all teachers to develop into the most joyful and healthy people possible. Its main purpose is to provide modern life hacks in order improve self-care, a concept which includes navigating preventative care, harnessing yoga and meditation, following good nutrition tips, and understanding media depictions of them. About the Author Sarah Ransdell has written over 100 journal articles, books, and software since receiving her PhD in Cognitive Psychology from the University of Florida. She is currently a Professor of Health Science at Nova Southeastern University, USA. Her research focus includes psychology, health science, and education, especially as they affect the modern life of teachers. She has joined forces with a multi-generation group of her teacher colleagues to promote self-care in teachers of all ages.