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Being aware of the situation and seeking support from others (both professional-if needed or just talking to a friend or coworker); working out or going for a walk always helps too.  Using resources and keeping focused on the task at hand always helps too.

There's nothing new here to me about causes and remedies when it comes to stress and stress management. My problem is that I don't take the advice to relax and destress often enough. I can notice stress amplifying in my life but don't take the time to implement these supports. This is a good reminder for me. 

Some things on the list I was excited to see that I naturally feel drawn to employ. A few others are hard learnings for me. I recently have found myself treading the line of "complaining about the institution" because I don't have adequate facilities to give them proper hands-on training as a CTE course. But that can also be framed as a "real world problem" not just a complaint. We are under-resourced and that is a fact. It is OK to say that while having the institution's back. 

I like the suggestion to tally how often I engage with each student daily. That will help me connect with those who just take up less space in the class. I also have found angry students to be my most challenging and stressful students. I appreciated the suggestions to listen and take notes, and also to provide an opportunity for them to submit a written complaint. 

"All ambiguous behavior is interpreted as negative." I don't like this, but I can see how true it is! It's so hard to be ON all the time. It's disappointing that any little slip-up can have real negative impacts on student relations. 

What's in it for me? Remembering that that is a NATURAL instinct. They're not slacking by approaching their classes this way! 

Hello Everyone,

I remind myself when I'm in a stressful situation to take a moment and reflect on what is truly important.  Life will unfold as it does but the importance I place on it and how I react  determines whether the outcome will be more or less stressful.  I teach nursing students and their stress level is high and instilling this in the classroom setting is imperative for when they become nurses on the floor. 

My big thing is having a messy desk. I didnt think they kids would think I am disorganized if my desk is messy. 

It does drive me crazy having papers to grade and having them sit on my table. 

I can learn names pretty fast and I tend to be a fun teacher which makes my rapport with students easy. 

I find the methods given to reel in inattentive students invaluable and can't wait to implement them. I also love the one-minute report and will definitely begin using this tool immediately. 

A good review of my responsibilities at the beginning of a new class.  Making a clear policy for late and missing assignments is a great idea.  Having students each read sections of and ask questions on the syllabus has been effective with some cohorts.

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