SEL for Teachers: What Does Feeling Overwhelmed Mean?

Lately, I have been asking teachers how they feel. The answer I get most of the time is Overwhelmed, but is overwhelmed a feeling or an emotion. What does it mean to feel overwhelmed? In this episode, I explore what emotion connects to “feeling overwhelmed”, some clarity around what causes the feeling, and 2 practical tips to build your skills in navigating “feeling overwhelmed.” References: Book - Teaching with Poverty in Mind by Eric Jensen - Onward by Elena Aguilar Podcast - How to Build Resilience (NPR) Interview with Simon Sinek Though leaders Gary Vaynerchuck Mel Robins