Misery in the Teacher Staffroom
Everybody has an off day once in while, and even some of the best teachers have to have a little cry in the staffroom sometimes.
It's not just female teachers either: I've seen even the toughest male reach for the tissues on occasion.
Whatever else is going on in your life, it doesn't necessarily stop as soon as you get through the school gates, regardless of how professional you are and how much you put it out of your mind.
Alternatively, sometimes a low mood can be due to the stresses and pressures of your work, and you know nothing else will make you feel better than having a good sob.
For the experienced teacher, yet another teaching student sniffling into a handkerchief is a familiar sight.
It is a common complaint among new or trainee teachers that sometimes the job gets to you in ways you don't expect.
But don't be discouraged.
Letting it all out in the staffroom can be a good way of dealing with any stresses, and there is no shortage of other teachers who will try to cheer you up.
If ever you feel you are the only new teacher to feel completely and utterly disheartened by the job, be assured that you are not.
It is not uncommon for all new teachers to go through periods of self-doubt, worry and stress.
Adjusting to the sheer amount of work you are expected to do can make you feel very tired and worn out, and as a consequence you might find you end up feeling quite teary.
It's not just new or inexperienced staff that snivel in the staffroom.
Experienced teachers do it too: the difference is that they are often much better at hiding it.
Crying is the body's way of dealing with emotion; don't deny yourself a cry if you really need one.
Remember: • Crying in front of your class or indeed in front of any students is best avoided.
You may well get plenty of sympathy from your surprised students, but your reputation may get tainted in the process.
• Having a bit of a cry in the staffroom or toilets isn't a bad thing -you're not the first and you certainly won't be the last to do so.
• Crying helps you to deal with and release any troublesome emotions, which is why you often feel much better after a good cry.
However, if you are crying every day or for no real reason, seek help, as this can be a sign of stress and/or depression.
It's not just female teachers either: I've seen even the toughest male reach for the tissues on occasion.
Whatever else is going on in your life, it doesn't necessarily stop as soon as you get through the school gates, regardless of how professional you are and how much you put it out of your mind.
Alternatively, sometimes a low mood can be due to the stresses and pressures of your work, and you know nothing else will make you feel better than having a good sob.
For the experienced teacher, yet another teaching student sniffling into a handkerchief is a familiar sight.
It is a common complaint among new or trainee teachers that sometimes the job gets to you in ways you don't expect.
But don't be discouraged.
Letting it all out in the staffroom can be a good way of dealing with any stresses, and there is no shortage of other teachers who will try to cheer you up.
If ever you feel you are the only new teacher to feel completely and utterly disheartened by the job, be assured that you are not.
It is not uncommon for all new teachers to go through periods of self-doubt, worry and stress.
Adjusting to the sheer amount of work you are expected to do can make you feel very tired and worn out, and as a consequence you might find you end up feeling quite teary.
It's not just new or inexperienced staff that snivel in the staffroom.
Experienced teachers do it too: the difference is that they are often much better at hiding it.
Crying is the body's way of dealing with emotion; don't deny yourself a cry if you really need one.
Remember: • Crying in front of your class or indeed in front of any students is best avoided.
You may well get plenty of sympathy from your surprised students, but your reputation may get tainted in the process.
• Having a bit of a cry in the staffroom or toilets isn't a bad thing -you're not the first and you certainly won't be the last to do so.
• Crying helps you to deal with and release any troublesome emotions, which is why you often feel much better after a good cry.
However, if you are crying every day or for no real reason, seek help, as this can be a sign of stress and/or depression.
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