The Teacher's Ultimate Stress Mastery Guide
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"With all of the pressures and stress that today's teachers face, it is nice to finally have a publication that is willing to acknowledge this stress and help us combat it. This book is full of practical tips, hints, and advice that can bring out the relaxed, effective teacher in all of us."
—Rachel Hanson, Eighth-Grade Gifted Language Arts Teacher
South Forsyth Middle School, Cumming, GA
Manage your stress levels before they start managing you!
Why do some teachers thrive under pressure while others quit? What kinds of skills can empower teachers to effectively deal with the challenges they face both in and out of school?
The Teacher's Ultimate Stress Mastery Guide shows teachers how to build resilience and emotional strength to prevent stress and/or burnout and the negative emotions that may result. Rich with examples, easy-to-understand concepts, and simple behavioral tips, this book covers how stress affects your health, how proactively boost your psychological immunity, and how to maintain your optimism and teaching effectiveness. In an easygoing and witty voice, Jack Singer presents:
- Action plans for mastering the different types of stress in your life
- Success stories and experiences from teachers who have conquered stress
- Strategies and examples based on cognitive and resiliency theories used by psychologists and counselors
Don't let the challenges of the job weigh you down! This blueprint for success can help you achieve personal and professional goals, tackle daily challenges, and reignite your passion for teaching.
Contents
Preface
Preface
Acknowledgments
Acknowledgments
About the Author
About the Author
Part I. Understanding the Real Causes of Your Stress
- 1. How Stress Can Kick the Health Out of You
- Learning Objectives
- Tales of a Saber-Toothed Tiger
- The Incredible Mind-Body Connection
- Some Stress Is Actually Good for You
- Action Plan for Stress Mastery
- References
- 2. How Life Events and Changes Can Impact Stress and Illness
- Learning Objectives
- Your Recent Life Changes Score and Its Interpretations
- The Life Event Stressors Inherent in Teaching
- Action Plan for Stress Mastery
- References
- 3. How to Recognize the Real Culprit: Your Internal Critic
- Learning Objectives
- The Origins of Our Belief Systems
- Our Self-Talk and Our Emotions
- Expose and Dispose of Your Internal Critic
- Action Plan for Stress Mastery
- References
- 4. How to Thrive Despite Being Genetically Wired With Stress-Prone Personality Traits
- Learning Objectives
- Two Personality Types That Promote Stress
- You Can Start Modifying Some of Your Type-A Behaviors Today!
- You Can Start Modifying Some of Your People-Pleasing Behaviors Today!
- Action Plan for Stress Mastery
- References
- 5. How to Deflect Stressors: Both Carefully Planned Plus Warp-Speed Techniques
- Learning Objectives
- Recognize Your Thinking Patterns
- The Thinking Pattern Worksheet (TPW)
- A Thought-Stopping Technique
- A Calming-Breathing Technique
- Write-It-Down Technique
- Worry-Time Technique
- Make a Contrac With Yourself
- Action Plan for Stress Mastery
- References
Part II. Prescriptions for Building Your Psychological Immunity to Stress
- 6. How to Harness the Power Within and Inoculate Yourself Against the Impact of Inevitable Stressors
- Learning Objectives
- How to Begin the Inoculation Process
- How to Build Resilience to Stress: The Three Cs of Stress Hardiness
- How to Build a Sense of Self-Efficacy
- How to Use the Power of Goal Setting to Stay Focused Despite Stress Provocations
- The Power of Desire, Imagination, and Expectation
- How to Use the Power of Positive Affirmations to Develop the Three Cs and Accomplish Your Goals
- Action Plan for Stress Mastery
- References
- 7. How Fun and Laughter Can Inoculate You: Jest for the Health of It!
- Learning Objectives
- The Legacy of Norman Cousins
- The Legacy of My Dad, Bill Singer
- What Do You Really Get Out of Laughing?
- Today’s Upsets are Tomorrow’s Laughs
- Lighten Up Your Classroom
- Lighten Up Both Your School and Your Life
- Action Plan for Stress Mastery
- References
- 8. How to Become and Remain a Resilient Person
- Learning Objectives
- Learning to Become Optimistic
- How to Bring More Joy and Happiness Into Your Life
- More Behavioral Prescriptions to Build Resiliency
- Action Plan for Stress Mastery
- References
- Resource A. Glossary of Acronyms
- Resource B. 77 Behavioral Prescriptions to Master Stress and Build Your Resilience
- Resource C. A Deep-Muscle Relaxation Technique
- Resource D. Web Sites Resources on Classroom Management
Index
Index
Additional materials
Description
"With all of the pressures and stress that today's teachers face, it is nice to finally have a publication that is willing to acknowledge this stress and help us combat it. This book is full of practical tips, hints, and advice that can bring out the relaxed, effective teacher in all of us."
—Rachel Hanson, Eighth-Grade Gifted Language Arts Teacher
South Forsyth Middle School, Cumming, GA
Manage your stress levels before they start managing you!
Why do some teachers thrive under pressure while others quit? What kinds of skills can empower teachers to effectively deal with the challenges they face both in and out of school?
The Teacher's Ultimate Stress Mastery Guide shows teachers how to build resilience and emotional strength to prevent stress and/or burnout and the negative emotions that may result. Rich with examples, easy-to-understand concepts, and simple behavioral tips, this book covers how stress affects your health, how proactively boost your psychological immunity, and how to maintain your optimism and teaching effectiveness. In an easygoing and witty voice, Jack Singer presents:
- Action plans for mastering the different types of stress in your life
- Success stories and experiences from teachers who have conquered stress
- Strategies and examples based on cognitive and resiliency theories used by psychologists and counselors
Don't let the challenges of the job weigh you down! This blueprint for success can help you achieve personal and professional goals, tackle daily challenges, and reignite your passion for teaching.
Contents
Preface
Preface
Acknowledgments
Acknowledgments
About the Author
About the Author
Part I. Understanding the Real Causes of Your Stress
- 1. How Stress Can Kick the Health Out of You
- Learning Objectives
- Tales of a Saber-Toothed Tiger
- The Incredible Mind-Body Connection
- Some Stress Is Actually Good for You
- Action Plan for Stress Mastery
- References
- 2. How Life Events and Changes Can Impact Stress and Illness
- Learning Objectives
- Your Recent Life Changes Score and Its Interpretations
- The Life Event Stressors Inherent in Teaching
- Action Plan for Stress Mastery
- References
- 3. How to Recognize the Real Culprit: Your Internal Critic
- Learning Objectives
- The Origins of Our Belief Systems
- Our Self-Talk and Our Emotions
- Expose and Dispose of Your Internal Critic
- Action Plan for Stress Mastery
- References
- 4. How to Thrive Despite Being Genetically Wired With Stress-Prone Personality Traits
- Learning Objectives
- Two Personality Types That Promote Stress
- You Can Start Modifying Some of Your Type-A Behaviors Today!
- You Can Start Modifying Some of Your People-Pleasing Behaviors Today!
- Action Plan for Stress Mastery
- References
- 5. How to Deflect Stressors: Both Carefully Planned Plus Warp-Speed Techniques
- Learning Objectives
- Recognize Your Thinking Patterns
- The Thinking Pattern Worksheet (TPW)
- A Thought-Stopping Technique
- A Calming-Breathing Technique
- Write-It-Down Technique
- Worry-Time Technique
- Make a Contrac With Yourself
- Action Plan for Stress Mastery
- References
Part II. Prescriptions for Building Your Psychological Immunity to Stress
- 6. How to Harness the Power Within and Inoculate Yourself Against the Impact of Inevitable Stressors
- Learning Objectives
- How to Begin the Inoculation Process
- How to Build Resilience to Stress: The Three Cs of Stress Hardiness
- How to Build a Sense of Self-Efficacy
- How to Use the Power of Goal Setting to Stay Focused Despite Stress Provocations
- The Power of Desire, Imagination, and Expectation
- How to Use the Power of Positive Affirmations to Develop the Three Cs and Accomplish Your Goals
- Action Plan for Stress Mastery
- References
- 7. How Fun and Laughter Can Inoculate You: Jest for the Health of It!
- Learning Objectives
- The Legacy of Norman Cousins
- The Legacy of My Dad, Bill Singer
- What Do You Really Get Out of Laughing?
- Today’s Upsets are Tomorrow’s Laughs
- Lighten Up Your Classroom
- Lighten Up Both Your School and Your Life
- Action Plan for Stress Mastery
- References
- 8. How to Become and Remain a Resilient Person
- Learning Objectives
- Learning to Become Optimistic
- How to Bring More Joy and Happiness Into Your Life
- More Behavioral Prescriptions to Build Resiliency
- Action Plan for Stress Mastery
- References
- Resource A. Glossary of Acronyms
- Resource B. 77 Behavioral Prescriptions to Master Stress and Build Your Resilience
- Resource C. A Deep-Muscle Relaxation Technique
- Resource D. Web Sites Resources on Classroom Management
Index
Index
Additional materials
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The Teacher's Ultimate Stress Mastery Guide
77 Proven Prescriptions to Build Your Resilience
November 2009 | 200 pages | Corwin
| Format | Published Date | ISBN | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paperback | 27/02/2023 | 9781412970938 | $39.95 |
| Hardcover | 27/02/2023 | 9781412970921 | $87.95 |
| Lifetime | 27/02/2023 | 9781452273525 | $36.00 |
"With all of the pressures and stress that today's teachers face, it is nice to finally have a publication that is willing to acknowledge this stress and help us combat it. This book is full of practical tips, hints, and advice that can bring out the relaxed, effective teacher in all of us."
—Rachel Hanson, Eighth-Grade Gifted Language Arts Teacher
South Forsyth Middle School, Cumming, GA
Manage your stress levels before they start managing you!
Why do some teachers thrive under pressure while others quit? What kinds of skills can empower teachers to effectively deal with the challenges they face both in and out of school?
The Teacher's Ultimate Stress Mastery Guide shows teachers how to build resilience and emotional strength to prevent stress and/or burnout and the negative emotions that may result. Rich with examples, easy-to-understand concepts, and simple behavioral tips, this book covers how stress affects your health, how proactively boost your psychological immunity, and how to maintain your optimism and teaching effectiveness. In an easygoing and witty voice, Jack Singer presents:
- Action plans for mastering the different types of stress in your life
- Success stories and experiences from teachers who have conquered stress
- Strategies and examples based on cognitive and resiliency theories used by psychologists and counselors
Don't let the challenges of the job weigh you down! This blueprint for success can help you achieve personal and professional goals, tackle daily challenges, and reignite your passion for teaching.
Table Of Contents:
- Preface
- Acknowledgments
- About the Author
- Part I. Understanding the Real Causes of Your Stress
- 1. How Stress Can Kick the Health Out of You
- Learning Objectives
- Tales of a Saber-Toothed Tiger
- The Incredible Mind-Body Connection
- Some Stress Is Actually Good for You
- Action Plan for Stress Mastery
- References
- 2. How Life Events and Changes Can Impact Stress and Illness
- Learning Objectives
- Your Recent Life Changes Score and Its Interpretations
- The Life Event Stressors Inherent in Teaching
- Action Plan for Stress Mastery
- References
- 3. How to Recognize the Real Culprit: Your Internal Critic
- Learning Objectives
- The Origins of Our Belief Systems
- Our Self-Talk and Our Emotions
- Expose and Dispose of Your Internal Critic
- Action Plan for Stress Mastery
- References
- 4. How to Thrive Despite Being Genetically Wired With Stress-Prone Personality Traits
- Learning Objectives
- Two Personality Types That Promote Stress
- You Can Start Modifying Some of Your Type-A Behaviors Today!
- You Can Start Modifying Some of Your People-Pleasing Behaviors Today!
- Action Plan for Stress Mastery
- References
- 5. How to Deflect Stressors: Both Carefully Planned Plus Warp-Speed Techniques
- Learning Objectives
- Recognize Your Thinking Patterns
- The Thinking Pattern Worksheet (TPW)
- A Thought-Stopping Technique
- A Calming-Breathing Technique
- Write-It-Down Technique
- Worry-Time Technique
- Make a Contrac With Yourself
- Action Plan for Stress Mastery
- References
- Part II. Prescriptions for Building Your Psychological Immunity to Stress
- 6. How to Harness the Power Within and Inoculate Yourself Against the Impact of Inevitable Stressors
- Learning Objectives
- How to Begin the Inoculation Process
- How to Build Resilience to Stress: The Three Cs of Stress Hardiness
- How to Build a Sense of Self-Efficacy
- How to Use the Power of Goal Setting to Stay Focused Despite Stress Provocations
- The Power of Desire, Imagination, and Expectation
- How to Use the Power of Positive Affirmations to Develop the Three Cs and Accomplish Your Goals
- Action Plan for Stress Mastery
- References
- 7. How Fun and Laughter Can Inoculate You: Jest for the Health of It!
- Learning Objectives
- The Legacy of Norman Cousins
- The Legacy of My Dad, Bill Singer
- What Do You Really Get Out of Laughing?
- Today’s Upsets are Tomorrow’s Laughs
- Lighten Up Your Classroom
- Lighten Up Both Your School and Your Life
- Action Plan for Stress Mastery
- References
- 8. How to Become and Remain a Resilient Person
- Learning Objectives
- Learning to Become Optimistic
- How to Bring More Joy and Happiness Into Your Life
- More Behavioral Prescriptions to Build Resiliency
- Action Plan for Stress Mastery
- References
- Resource A. Glossary of Acronyms
- Resource B. 77 Behavioral Prescriptions to Master Stress and Build Your Resilience
- Resource C. A Deep-Muscle Relaxation Technique
- Resource D. Web Sites Resources on Classroom Management
- Index