Teachers and Nurses

[harrigan]

Just wanted to say thankyou for this thread.  I teach English in a tough school under lots of pressure to improve quickly and with Ofsted able to return with no notice within the next 4 months.  Pressure and stress are huge at the moment but your kind words and inspiration give me courage.

Thankyou for starting this thread Bucky.  Can I also say how much I have valued the wisdom and insights of those health professionals on here too.  Irish, you're awesome and always make a situation sound like it has a solution or a way of dealing with it better.  xx Ailsa

[P.Trish]

Kudos and thanks to all you teachers and nurses!  Teaching was my second career from age 36 - 51.  From age 18 - 35, I  was a 'working actor and singer' (made 'extra' money while raising 4 children). I decided to teach high school drama and English when my youngest child turned 12.  Thank goodness for my husband, who is a steady rock. I loved teaching and had a difficult time adjusting to retirement (which came early due to health issues). My type A personality doesn't want to go away and my mind is always at war with my body. I know all of you can relate, no  matter what 'type' you may be

It is so encouraging to read your posts. I have been inspired and reminded to appreciate each day, as well as continue to learn and 'do'!