Social-Emotional Learning: Responsible Decision-Making

 

I talk with many, many teachers every week. From our discussions (and also from my own experience as an educator and a parent) I have learned that too often we cut time from a very important part of our personal lives: Self-care. Yet, our work is easier, and I also think we can do it better, if we take care of our own well-being. For me, this often means a walk in the nature. Just because it is so awesome! 

I know I am very privileged to live near the forests and mountains and streams! It is easy to get out and walk among the trees - those gentle giants. and I wish more people had the opportunity to do that. 

This is also the reason why I think the SEL competency for reflecting on our roles to promote well-being also extends to protecting the nature - so that also the future generations can walk in the forests and feel refreshed!