Finish Strong!

“You did not come this far to only come this far. Dig Deep. Finish strong. Make yourself proud!”
–Gary Ryan

I remember a colleague who taught me that to start strong in the fall, we have to finish strong in the spring. This precept from my colleague had a significant impact on me that I carry with me today and share with educators in TeachWell. I recall being so burned out that spring; I just wanted the school year to be done. I wanted to call it in and put out the minimum effort. I didn’t care if I crawled across the finish line to the end of the year. My colleague pushed me to consider a different option. She reminded me that I take pride in my work. My students would be there each day on their way to the end of the school year, and it was my job to model strength, determination, and motivation to finish the school year strong. Yes, we take a long pause in the summer. And the energy with which we finish the year is the way we will step into the next.

 
At TeachWell we hold space for both: the experience of burnout and fatigue and the integrity and pride that educators bring to their work. We can support you to hold the space for both as you approach the end of the year.  We believe in you and we know that with extra support, you can FINISH STRONG.

Another image comes to mind . . . that of running the Boston Marathon during my senior year in college. I reached the 26-mile mark and thought there was no way I could do the final .2 mile of the race. Out of the sideline crowds came my roommate, who ran at my side, and with my hand on her shoulder, I crossed the finish line to complete my first (and only) marathon. I still ran on my own two feet. But that support, encouragement, and guidance is how I finished the race. We know you can manage these last weeks. We know that you will complete the year and you do not need to do it alone!
 

TeachWell is offering a discount directly to educators who are looking
for a little extra support to FINISH STRONG. 

• Individual educators can access a series of 4 one-on-one wellness coaching sessions for only $150. We will also support small groups who are looking for a peer support environment to help you stay charged through the end of the year. 

• We are offering discounted virtual Peer Groups. Rally a group of peers/colleagues. 4-8 participants for only $250 for 5 sessions.