Teaching Through A Pandemic (Reflection 1) - Episode 7

TEACHING THROUGH A PANDEMIC!!!!

Has not been for the faint of heart.  In this episode, I talk about some of the issues that I have faced in the past almost 2 years.  This pandemic has highlighted many inequities, mindsets, disparities, and intentions.  They have not all been negative, but this pandemic has put a strain on all of us in education! 

Throughout this pandemic, I have learned to listen to my body.  I have learned when my body, mind, soul, and spirit, says you need a break, YOU NEED A BREAK!  There are no if, ands, or buts about it.  You have to take care of you!  Listen to me, YOU HAVE TO TAKE CARE OF YOU!

I've experienced many ups and downs through these two years, just like many of you.  I lost my mom the week before Christmas break and recently tested positive for COVID, knowing that I contracted it from school.  I have had so much emotional pressure on me throughout this season, that I was on the verge of breaking.  If not for a therapist, good friends, and JESUS, I would not be here in a good frame of mind, today!

As I reflect, I really want to let every listener know that you are enough!  You are amazing and you are worth it!  Please take care of yourself and get help whenever necessary.  I love you!  And that's real.  I do this because I love this work and this work impacts those I love and that is you!

Thank you for listening!

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