Dear Teacher,

You pour your heart into teaching—day after day, lesson after lesson. But lately, have you felt more tired than usual? A little less excited to step into the classroom?

If you're feeling emotionally worn out, overwhelmed, or questioning your impact, it doesn’t mean you’re failing. It means you’ve been carrying a heavy load for a long time.

Burnout is real. And you’re not alone.

Let’s talk about how to recognise it early—and gently guide yourself back to balance, energy, and joy.

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• You feel emotionally drained—even after a full weekend of rest.
• Small classroom challenges feel heavier than usual.
• You often question if you’re making a difference.
• The joy you once felt while planning lessons starts to fade.
• If any of these sound familiar, take a deep breath. You're not alone—and more importantly, you're not broken. You're human.
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Give yourself permission to switch off. Set a clear end time to your workday—and stick to it. Your well-being matters too.

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Not every lesson has to be perfect. Focus on connection, not perfection. Some days, “good enough” is more than enough.

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Talk to someone who understands. A friend, a fellow teacher, or a coach. Sharing your feelings lightens the load.

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Take 5-10 minutes between tasks to breathe, stretch, or step outside. Micro-breaks are small acts of self-care that add up.

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Bring something new into your classroom—just for you. A fun activity, a new tech tool, or a creative twist to a lesson. Reignite your curiosity, too.

Burnout is not a failure. It’s a signal. A whisper from your mind and body saying, “I need care too.”

You deserve support, rest, and a teaching life that feels good again. Let’s take that first step together. 💛

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This Week’s Recommended Resources

• 8 Proven Techniques for Writing Student Feedback in Diverse Classrooms
• 5 Teaching Strategies to Make Lessons More Engaging
• From Experiments to Excellence: Monika Srivastava’s PgCTL Success Story
• 10 Ways Inclusive Education Transforms International Classrooms

It’s the best feeling, right? 😍

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And that’s a wrap for this edition of the Suraasa Newsletter! We’ll be back with more exciting updates and resources in the next edition, so stay tuned!

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