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From My Blog
Rowena’s blogs are full of strategies to encourage you as you take time to invest in yourself in order to overcome the feelings of overwhelm and burnout. Find your confidence, energy, motivation and love of teaching again.
Why So Many Nursery Leaders Are Running on Empty ?
Burnout isn't always caused by workload. Often, it develops when caring professionals give so much to others that they stop noticing their own needs. Discover why emotional energy matters and how recognising the signs early can help prevent running on empty.
Rowena Hicks
2 min read
Are you worrying on repeat?
What if the key to reducing stress isn't doing more, but paying closer attention to your thoughts? This article explores the power of self-awareness, reflective practice and journaling for improving wellbeing and preventing burnout.
Rowena Hicks
2 min read
Burnout Doesn’t Happen Overnight
Burnout in education often builds quietly through constant pressure, emotional exhaustion and always pushing harder. Discover why boundaries, support systems and self-care are essential for sustainable leadership, wellbeing and long-term resilience in schools and education.
Rowena Hicks
3 min read
3 Simple Ways to Support Nursery Staff Wellbeing
Early years staff give so much, but the emotional cost is often overlooked. This piece explores how stress is a natural nervous system response, not a weakness, and why small moments of awareness can protect your wellbeing. A reminder that you cannot pour from empty your wellbeing is essential, not optional.
Rowena Hicks
2 min read
Teacher and Leader Burnout: You’re Still Making a Difference
Burnout in education doesn’t always mean leaving the profession. Often, it looks like staying while losing sight of your impact. Discover why chronic stress narrows focus, how negativity bias affects educators, and three simple strategies to reconnect with the difference you make every day.
Rowena Hicks
2 min read
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