I fell that my strength can sometimes be my weakness, however the positives certainly outweigh the negatives. I laugh, no matter what im going through i still have a great sense of humor. I feel that we can either laugh or cry and i choose to laugh. Regardless of what the siyuation is, a good laugh serves as a sort of thermostat reset. It leaves you at a point that you are able to approach the issue from a fresh angle, as opposed to being stuck in a state of rage or confusion that keeps your mind fogged  that cant… >>>

This was informative and a reality check in looking at real-life examples and comparing/contrasting to my professional life.

I think its important to re-assess periodically so that we are performing the way we intend to perform and not just making it through the daily schedule.

In comparison, I found that I do really well in my personal life but sometimes struggle with meeting/following through with all the demands in my teaching/professional life.

Because of my medical background as a physician, I know how damaging stress is to the body. My "magic" prescription is to practice both physical & spiritual excercises. We know a lot about how physical excercising is renewing the health of the cells & getting rid of the free radicles that damage even healthy cells. Spiritual excercise makes the mind, or the "nous", to overflow with positive thoughts that help to make right decisions.

 It is ok to learn and change thanks 

Reevaluating goals is essential for preparation for new goals.

Whenever possible, make the chnage before asking your supervisees to do so.

All staff  need this information. It was very informative.

Excellent discussion I agree with the writers. For us to be effective employees, we have got to understand, and know what's expected from us. We have to know what our boss expect, and need. If they (our bosses) are reluctant or indecisive with informing us about their expectations, then I agree  with the lesson plan seek out infromation from coworkers, who may have been working with this boss. This will provide us with some points of reference for meeting our boss's expectations.

I liked this quote because we should realize our strengths and weaknesses to be better leaders and employees 

Great CEU.

Take one day at time. Work on what you can change and let someone else take care of what is out of your control.

Taking care of the body helps reduce the effects of stress. 

I find that if i leave the situation i can reasse what the problem is

Short, module somewhat hard to manage but offers good advice.

Long but really some great ideas.  Very down to earth strategies for managing one's own attitude and energy.

Linda Haynes

I have utilized some of the strategies discussed with some success...i.e. Breaking students into small group activities, walking to the back of the classroom. I may try to reassign back row to the front to see if this is effective.

Understanding stress wow

Realistic to the job

Self Assesment is a key mangerial tool which should be used by everyone.  

Very Informative.  Will definitely utilize the tools provided.