Less Stressed - More Effective
Counter-Balancing Life
Challenges vs Empowerment.
Working harder, faster, longer ≠ Effective / Efficient.
Some teachers hustle & overthink 24/7.
Some wear burnout as a badge.
Some sacrifice life for work.
It's unsustainable.
And ineffective.
Here’s the real key to Strength and Effectiveness . . .
. . . Becoming ‘Insulated not Isolated’
As we are bombarded by never-ending challenges, we must also continually Counter-Balance that weight by surrounding ourselves with positive protection like—
People with:
High Character.
Optimism.
Vision.
Purpose.
Honesty.
We must seek it out, and soak it in.
From real people. Or virtually.
Any way we can. Just get it. Continually.
*Podcasts.
*Music.
*Phone calls.
*Books.
These are the Counter-Balances that keep our hearts soft, our minds sharp, and our motivation high.
It matters and makes a difference in you.
Burnout benefits nobody.
Self-Compassion survives and thrives.
Remember all of this when you run down.
Become Insulated not Isolated.
Pro Tips—
80/20 Rule
20% of our efforts = 80% of our results.
Focus on the 20% that works. Let go of what doesn’t.
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Give yourself permission to live.
- Take regular breaks
- Pursue non-work passions
- Prioritize sleep and health
- Cultivate meaningful relationships
- Move your body
These things give you:
- Fresh perspectives
- Renewed energy
- Increased creativity
- Sustainable motivation
Lincoln said if he had 4 hours to chop down a tree, he would spend 2 hours sharpening the axe.
Remember to sharpen the axe inside you.
Counter-Balance giving with replenshing.
It is the secret to success.
I wish you well, my friend!
Steven
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