This is the time of year when everything starts to feel a little bit dreary. The holidays are over, the weather is colder, and it gets dark earlier. It can be easy to fall into a slump. Self-care becomes more important than ever during this time!

Working as an early childhood educator makes for busy days. It can be easy to neglect our need for self care. But neglecting our own needs leads to burnout. We need to be intentional about caring for ourselves just as we are about caring for children. That may mean scheduling time to focus on yourself.

Self care looks different for everyone. Think about the things you like to do. What can you fit into your schedule?