This time of the school year has been difficult, to say the least. I love my job, but the end of the semester is ROUGH! I've recently been coping with increased apathy and decreased grades from my students. It's extremely difficult for me to continue to be positive and upbeat when I feel like I'm talking to a wall.
However, once in a while I have to step back and remind myself that "this, too, shall pass," and not ALL of my students are apathetic. Though this percentage of apathetic students is pretty high compared to last year, there are still some students who care about my class and their grades.
As my career in teaching progresses, I've begun to learn that my personal life needs to be balanced with my work life. It's so easy for me to get swamped in school work (especially the negativity that comes with it), so in order to have a well rounded and positive life, I must also search for happiness outside of my career. I have to divest myself from teaching a little bit because if I don't, it will have large negative consequences on my wellbeing.
1. I'm planning a vacation to Washington, D.C.!!!!! If you know me, you know that my "holy grail" trip is D.C. As a gigantic U.S. History fan, there is no better place for me to go than there. I will be going this Spring Break, and have already packed my trip full of amazing destinations. I'll be there for the
Cherry Blossom Festival,
the 152nd Anniversary of Lincoln's Assassination, to tour the Pentagon-- and more! I am so grateful that I finally get to go on this trip, and can't wait to go (less than 90 days now!)!
2. I am working to improve my health and wellness. I've never enjoyed going to the gym, or doing any physical activity other than shopping, but as I get older, I am learning that my health is important, and maintaining a good body inside and out now will lead to better health later in life. I am by no means content with my current workout routine, but I am moving in the right direction-- and that's all I can ask for right now!
3. I am investing in experiences more than things. Shopping has always been my favorite hobby, but clothes and accessories aren't really all that emotionally fulfilling. One of my resolutions was to invest in experiences more than things-- aka buy less clothes and more concert tickets! I've already purchased tickets to
Eric Whitacre's concert in Milwaukee this March, and I've never been so OK with spending $70. I also will be seeing Red Hot Chili Peppers at Summerfest, and hope to see
Horseshoes and Hand Grenades a few times this year, too.
I am glad to hear that you want to spend more time improving yourself. Exercise, eating right, and doing things for others can and will make you a more productive member of society. Also it is a good idea to experience life within your time and budget. Keep up the attitude!!!!
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