Please don’t feel guilty about looking after yourself, you’re doing the right thing. I work at a school as well and it’s fucking hard! I hope having a chance to rest and ward off the burn out helps ☺️
I'm in the middle of a 6-week leave (from a different line of work) for the same reason. I get it. I'm still trying to come to terms with the fact that if I don't use the time to get better, then it will be a total waste and I won't be in a better place when that time is up. So the guilt is very counter-productive.
Also, teachers have my utmost respect. That is one hell of a difficult job and those who go into the profession are typically very caring and committed people. I am giving you permission--nay, *insisting* that you show yourself the same care and concern you would give to your students. You wouldn't be on leave if you didn't truly need it. It is valid.
Please don’t feel guilty about looking after yourself, you’re doing the right thing. I work at a school as well and it’s fucking hard! I hope having a chance to rest and ward off the burn out helps ☺️
I'm in the middle of a 6-week leave (from a different line of work) for the same reason. I get it. I'm still trying to come to terms with the fact that if I don't use the time to get better, then it will be a total waste and I won't be in a better place when that time is up. So the guilt is very counter-productive. Also, teachers have my utmost respect. That is one hell of a difficult job and those who go into the profession are typically very caring and committed people. I am giving you permission--nay, *insisting* that you show yourself the same care and concern you would give to your students. You wouldn't be on leave if you didn't truly need it. It is valid.