Stop Trying to be Happy!

Posted on December 3, 2024 Written by

New research shows that focusing too much on whether you feel happy or not can make you feel even less happy! According to researchers, “happiness is not the goal of life, but a by-product of an active, productive life.”

This cutting-edge research (conducted by teams at three major universities) offers three specific suggestions for increasing your level of happiness. With the ongoing challenges school administrators face these days, and the impact that has on their mental health, this short article may provide a much needed breath of fresh air!

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Speed Kills?

Posted on December 26, 2023 Written by

It seems counter-intuitive, but educational leaders can recharge their career success by slowing down … allowing time for self-reflection, pumping up their curiosity, and letting go of habits that no longer serve them.

Here are four specific ways that you can “tap the brakes to reduce your speed,” and begin reflecting on what you might do differently. Why not take a little time during your Christmas break to consider this? It’s an important reflection in these increasingly busy times, and a great way to start the new year!

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Principals and Mental Health

Posted on June 6, 2023 Written by

More and more, schools are dealing with serious issues like major depression, addiction, mental illness, negative social media, school safety issues, suicide, and much more.

This month, the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) launched a campaign to raise awareness about the mental health challenges students face, and to highlight the solutions some principals are implementing in response.

This campaign encourages principals to lobby for more mental health funding, and it emphasizes the need to prioritize equality, student involvement, and student voice as key components of school mental health strategies.

“Whole School Wellness” will be the primary focus of NASSP’s National School Leader Conference that will be held July 12–15, 223 in Denver. For more details, click here.

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FREE special issue of EL Magazine

Posted on September 20, 2022 Written by

The last few years have been difficult for educators and students alike, and there are ominous signs that stress and frustration levels remain high. Many schools need to take a step back and put a greater focus on the well-being of their staff and students before moving forward with other initiatives. But what’s the best way to do that?

This special online-only edition of Educational Leadership magazine is filled with tips and techniques for addressing this foundational issue. It’s available as a FREE download by clicking on the link above.

Here’s to a year of healing and renewed progress!

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