education – Cardinal Confidence: A Passion Project

Change is Brave

The first time I left the classroom I grieved for months when school returned. I looked at social media posts from teacher friends and previous colleagues with sadness in my heart. Though I appreciated not feeling that beginning of year stress, I didn’t really know what to do with myself. I felt less whole. BeingContinue reading “Change is Brave”

Giving Up

To be honest, being back in the classroom has been really hard for me. I’ve been swinging on a pendulum for years about my desire to teach. I was burned out when I stepped away. I missed it while I was on the outside looking in. I’m struggling now that I’m back at it. HereContinue reading “Giving Up”

Fake It Till You Make It

We’ve all heard the phrase, “Fake it till you make it.” Oftentimes, we use it as a mantra to help us through challenges. At least, in my experience, that’s when educators use it the most. As teachers, we are asked to create positive learning environments for our students. We are also told our attitudes setContinue reading “Fake It Till You Make It”