The “From Burnout to Balance” project is pleased to announce that the materials from the first training program are now available. This European initiative aims to equip educators with essential tools and strategies to manage stress, enhance well-being, and prevent burnout.
The project focuses on three key objectives:
- Providing training for educators: Delivering both individual and group programs to help teachers and trainers develop stress management skills.
- Creating impact within the educational community: Enabling participants to share their acquired knowledge with colleagues and institutions to foster a culture of well-being.
- Encouraging knowledge exchange among experts: Promoting collaboration between educators, mental health professionals, and institutions to strengthen support networks.
The first training session, held in Zaragoza, Spain, covered various aspects of mental health, stress management, and burnout prevention through interactive workshops, mindfulness practices, and physical activities. The newly available training materials include:
- Introduction: Overview of the project and training objectives.
- Understanding and Managing Stress: Identification of stress symptoms, self-assessment tools, and crisis management strategies.
- Introduction to Emotional Intelligence: Exploration of self-awareness, empathy, and emotional regulation techniques.
- Building Emotional Resilience: Mindfulness, relaxation, and problem-solving techniques for resilience development.
- Positive Psychology: Application of strengths-based approaches and gratitude practices for well-being.
- Personal Stress Management Plan & Closure: Development of a customized action plan to maintain long-term well-being.
These materials provide educators with valuable resources to recognize and address stress-related challenges while fostering a healthier teaching environment.
About ‘From Burnout to Balance’
It is a project that combats burnout among educators through awareness, training, and support. The project is committed to empowering teachers with practical strategies and resources to manage stress, foster resilience, and promote a sustainable work-life balance. By addressing these challenges, the project aims to create a healthier, more positive environment for educators and students alike.
The training in Zaragoza marks an important milestone in the project mission to support educators across Europe and it is only the beginning of the educators’ training. Future events and activities will continue to build on, helping educators achieve balance and emotional well-being in their professional lives.
For further information about the project and upcoming opportunities, please visit the From Burnout to Balance project website:
The ‘From Burn Out To Balance’ partnership
- GIP FIPAN – France
- Mundus – Spain
- Srednja gospodarska škola Križevci – Croatia
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