Dr. Melissa Read

Discussion Comment

Changes can make life really stressful William, especially when they keep coming and the world never seems to settle. Sometimes just setting your expectations that the world will work this way can help you deal with changes more effectively.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Task Prioritization

Marshall, I know difficult and critical tasks can feel daunting. Sometimes breaking them up into smaller pieces, and attacking those pieces can help substantially.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Coping with Stress

It sounds like you have a great strategy for coping with stress Scott. Most instructors have a really hard time leaving work at work. It's amazing that you can put it down like that.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Coping with Stress

These are all great ideas John. Taking a few moments to yourself at your desk can be a perfect way to break up the day.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Causes of Stress

These are all stressful Don. Your point about "tied up time" is particularly important. It is hard to get anything else done while instructing and multitasking is rarely an option. Setting expectations for yourself about what you can accomplish during these times is key.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Causes of Stress

Construction projects can be so stressful John. I would check to see if you can temporarily request work space that is furthest away from the noise.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Causes of Stress

It sounds like you are dealing with many sources of stress Vinita. Yes, organizational matters like new curricula and evolving industry trends can definitely cause instructors stress.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Streamlining the Grading Process

Yes, a few adjustments can always be made. And sometimes small tweaks can really make a huge difference!

Dr. Melissa Read

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Task Prioritization

Thanks for sharing Perry. Many instructors struggle with long term planning. One great way to overcome this is to break long term goals into chunks that can be completed sequentially. With this method, working toward the long term happens in the short term. Eventually you do reach some of your bigger goals.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Streamlining the Grading Process

That's great William. Yes, sometimes it's nice to just verify that you are on the right track.