Dr. Melissa Read

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Great question John. The first step is to educate your administration. Lack of understanding is often produced when administrators don't have all the facts. So in a polite and easy way, communicate the importance of classroom tools and how these tools help drive toward administrative goals (e.g. student retention).

Dr. Melissa Read

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Task Prioritization

Sometimes we do find ourselves in situations where two tasks seem to be equally important Cynthia. In these situations, we've got to do a little extra research to understand the true priority.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Coping with Stress

It's interesting the way that works Ekpedeme! By investing time in a some healthy coping mechanisms, we can be rejuvenated and energized.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Coping with Stress

Sounds like a great combination Jeannine! I'm glad you brought up the part about drinking water. It's so important to stay hydrated and so easy to forget.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Coping with Stress

Sometimes it's helpful to vent but other times it's far better to just get the job done to your point Richard. Some people need to spend less time talking and more time doing.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Coping with Stress

Sounds like a great plan Jennifer. But taking on three new coping mechanisms can be tough - especially during the holiday season. I might recommend starting with one and working your way up.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Causes of Stress

It's true that we can control a certain amount of our stress David. When we prioritize the wrong things, or put our faith in the wrong people, we can bring stress on unnecessarily to your point. That being said, sometimes stress really does come from places that are out of our control.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Coping with Stress

It's true Joseph. It's a lot easier than we sometimes make it out to be. You've just got to put one toe in and the rest is easy.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Causes of Stress

Stress really can make you sick Joseph. It's important to take care of yourself in stressful times, especially during the holidays.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Coping with Stress

Sounds like you have some great coping mechanisms Roseann! Yoga, meditation and breathing are all low impact and high value stress reducing activities. They are also great because you can do them almost anywhere.