Recovering or Escaping?
Private reflection worksheet | Teacher Recovery Lounge
This worksheet is for voluntary self-reflection, not diagnosis, disclosure, or performance review.
Check in
Circle or note: My energy today: depleted / low / steady / energized. My strongest need: rest / connection / movement / privacy / professional support / other.
Five reflection prompts
- What do I reach for after a difficult school day?
- Which of those choices genuinely helps me recover?
- Which pattern sometimes costs me sleep, connection, or peace?
- What support could I ask for this week?
- What workplace condition needs to change?
One small next step
This week I will: __________________________________________________
One thing leadership can do: ________________________________________
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