since I've said to the wonderful world of teaching, I've found myself reflecting on all the skills I've acquired during my time in the classroom. And what's truly fascinating is how seamlessly these skills have translated into my current endeavours. It seems that, like a chameleon, I've adapted and evolved in surprising ways. 

Let’s have a look at some of the key skills that can be transferred into other job roles.

I recently wrote a piece for Tes discussing the ways in which schools can help teachers with anxiety. When I shared the piece I was slightly taken aback by the response from teachers. Whilst anxiety disorders are very different from feeling stressed (and should be treated as such) what quickly became apparent is there are lots of teachers who are suffering from stress-related issues within their job due to external factors.

In general, stress levels (especially in the current climate) within the profession are running high. We all want the best for the pupils that we teach. In order to give them the best, we need to look after ourselves. There is only one of you. With that in mind, here are some top tips for managing stress and well-being.