Having read the list, I have to say they are from any kind of panacea for the very real problem afflicting present-day teaching. These weren't just tips but 'scientifically proven', so what's not to like. I saw the title, then eagerly read through the list. This is an edited version of a blog by Sam Collins that was first published by EdComs TeachersВ вЂ“ you can read the original piece here. This is because learning is often accompanied by a sense of achievement, is enjoyable and has been found to help people cope better with stressful situations. Learning has a significant positive impact on your mental wellbeing. What the science says: As well as having the added advantage of helping develop relationships with like-minded colleagues, it can be a great tool for learning. Search this hashtag to find positive teachers taking control of their own wellbeing and sharing their experiences. Start reading the #teacher5aday hashtag on Twitter. This because natural environments replenish your brain, whereas urban ones require your brain to stay alert, further draining your mental resourcesДЈ. A quirky research study found that people who took a short break in a natural environment improved their subsequent performance by 20% compared with those who went for a walk in a busy urban area. What the science says: If possible, try to go to a park or somewhere that has green space. Even if you can only walk around the block, notice what is around you. Start getting outside for at least 15 minutes a day. What the science says: Evidence suggests that constantly checking your phone can lead to forgetfulness and increase stress and anxiety.Дў. The constant beeping makes people confuse the two. Importance relates to 'does it matter?' whereas urgency relates to a time constraint. The key here is to distinguish between what is important and what is urgent. Start checking your emails when you have time to respond to them, not when that thing in your pocket starts bleeping. And if you reply to an email first thing in the morning, instead of last thing at night, it is almost certainly going to be of a higher quality.ДЎ. The extra sleep will make you much more effective at your job вЂ“ as well as feeling better while doing so. Recent research found that being on your phone within an hour before bed means you are almost three times as likely to get less than five hours sleep.

What the science says: A recent survey found that 81% of adults never turn off their phones (even when in bed). Just because someone sends you an email at 10.25 pm doesn't mean you need to answer it at 10.27pm.

If you are checking your devices all the time, the line between work and home becomes blurred. Stop reacting immediately to messages and emails. In fact, evidence suggests that when you isolate yourself and feel disconnected from others, it is as bad for your health as smoking up to 15 cigarettes a day.ДЈ.

What the science says: Nurturing good relationships is key to enhancing your wellbeing, and being able to separate home and work life is central to this. Your marking still won't be done and you will feel terrible. A pile of books brooding in the corner will only spoil the evening you should be enjoying with your nearest and dearest. Stop taking home work that you don't have time for. Try it and see if you feel more in control.Дў. What the science says: Interestingly, one of the secrets of very productive people is that they don't use to-do lists at all вЂ“ they schedule tasks. Centralise your to-do list into a notebook or device.

This creates a perception of a workload that is untidy and out of control. Stop writing your to-do lists on Post-It notes and plastering them all over your laptop.

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