health & wellness RESOURCES
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, teachers, school counselors, and school employees have remained focused on supporting their students and continuing to do their jobs. In some cases, this means teaching, care-taking (whether for children or other loved ones), and continuing to work through the same challenges that everyone else is. While resources related to mental health have been front and center for supporting students, parents, and others, less focus has been paid on maintaining the mental health of the educators who are also trying to find balance in our new way of living and remote teaching. That’s why we put together some mental health tips for teachers that can help during COVID-19.
Mental Health Resources
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Headspace: a meditation app, has free subscriptions for educators
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InsightTimer: free meditation app
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BetterHelp: online therapy (use this link for a 25% discount)
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Talkspace: online therapy option that accepts some insurance
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National Alliance on Mental Health: steps you can take to prevent this stressful time from derailing your mental health
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IDPH Help is Here | Talk to Someone: voice and text mental health hotlines
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Therapy Aid Coalition: free and low fee short-term essential therapy for essential workers
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Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA): expert tips and resources to manage anxiety
physical health resources
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24 Hour Fitness: free workout classes on YouTube
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305 Fitness: 7-day free trial cardio dance workouts
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CorePower Yoga: free videos and live workouts on YouTube
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Daily Burn: free YouTube workouts
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LifeTime Fitness: free classes on On Demand
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MyFitnessPal: track your eating and exercise on this free app
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Nike Training Club: free On Demand classes with the app
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Peloton: free 90-day membership to the entire On Demand library of workouts
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Planet Fitness: free videos and live stream on Facebook
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SELF: free workout videos on YouTube
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SoulCycle: free workouts on Instagram
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YMCA: free On Demand workouts
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YogaJoy: free YouTube workouts for all ages
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Yoga with Adriene: free YouTube workouts that emphasize mindfulness
HOTLINE NUMBERS
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Crisis Text Line: Text SHARE to 741741
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National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK
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Substance and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP
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National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) HelpLine: 1-800-950-6264
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Disaster Distress Hotline: 1-800-985-5990 or Text TALKWITHUS to 66746
STAY CONNECTED
Talk to friends and family over the phone, video chat, or in-person while still practicing social distancing.
Seek help
Don't self medicate. Increased stress can lead to increased substance use. Seek professional support if needed.
LIMIT NEWS
Limit the amount of time you spend consuming news. Constant COVID-19 news can raise anxiety levels.
STAY ACTIVE
Get regular exercise. Studies show that just five minutes of aerobic exercise can begin to stimulate anti-anxiety effects.
EAT HEALTHY
Maintain a healthy diet and eating habits to stay energized and focused.
Stay healthy
Don’t postpone your yearly checkups. Schedule regular health screenings and stay up-to-date on immunizations.
Rest & Relax
Get your rest. Sleep is critical to physical health and effective functioning of the immune system.
LISTEN TO MUSIC
Make a playlist. Music can be a powerful tool to help reduce stress and ease anxiety.
8 anti-anxiety tips
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