Your Distress Tolerance Staff Toolkit
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Does the word “stress” make your chest tighten?
If so, you’re not the only one
We tend to think of stress as a negative thing. But the truth is, it’s an integral part of being human. In fact, on last week’s podcast episode I introduced the concept of eustress—a type of positive stress that helps to motivate us.
This week, I want to talk about the tools we use to manage stress in the moment. Because stress is an unavoidable part of our lives, it’s up to us to keep ourselves regulated and ready to approach each situation.
Mornings are a perfect example. Getting four kids out the door is no small task, and it’s hard on the body. On top of that, my five-year-old is often up before I am.
Distress tolerance has taught me that, despite the chaotic demands of a morning full of decisions and preparations, I need a moment of silence. So I’ve set up a private space for myself in my bedroom where I can spend five minutes alone, with the door closed, before tackling the day.
The temptation to immediately jump into the day is strong, but I know from experience that my children and I are all better served when I take that five minutes.
Personal morning space is one of the self-soothing strategies I have in my distress tolerance toolkit.
In this week’s podcast episode, I’m going to guide you through the development of a distress tolerance toolkit for yourself and your staff.
Join me for a conversation about:
- What a staff distress tolerance toolkit includes
- How to accept distress when it happens
- Steps to create an effective toolkit that empowers your team
- Strategies for personalizing your toolkits
Resources and links mentioned in this episode:
Sometimes the best way to refine your distress tolerance toolkit is by collaborating with others. Our Director’s Inner Circle and Owner’s HQ membership programs are the perfect place to get new ideas and listen to feedback. Plus, as a member, you’ll also gain access to tools, resources, and coaching that can help you along the way.
Or, if you and your leadership team need help developing your toolkit, you can inquire about a Leadership VIP Day. You’ll get a full day of on-demand, in-school training with me, plus months of accountability check-ins to help you and your team reach your goals and transform your center.
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More about the show:
If you are an Early Childhood director or owner, prepare to transform your school and life with the Schools of Excellence podcast. Tune in each week to learn from Chanie Wilschanski, the founder and host of the Schools of Excellence Podcast and a mom of 4 little kids. Each episode will be packed with tools and strategies – equipping you to build schools with higher staff retention, teacher motivation, parent partnership, collaborative culture, and beautiful quality of life.
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