Lawson, J. E. (Ed.). (2022). Teacher, take care: A Guide to well-being and workplace wellness for educators.

Abstract

Prompted by a desire to be of service to educators during the covid event, Teacher Take Care: A Guide to Well-Being and Workplace Wellness for Educators was birthed.  This timely book is a powerful, practical, and rich response to the challenges that teachers encountered during this traumatic event.  It highlights the need for educators to focus on and be supported in creating greater levels of well-being for themselves and their colleagues.  The book is framed by the Sacred Hoop or circle, which represents knowledge and the worldview of some Indigenous Peoples.  It provides a grounding in concepts of balance and harmony, which contribute greatly to well-being.  A diversity of contributing authors provides a breadth and depth to this exploration.  The structure and visual design of the book provides the reader with an opportunity to explore their own mental health and well-being in a supportive manner, drawing on Indigenous teachings, current literature, key processes, guiding questions, powerful stories, and strategies.  This is a comprehensive, practical guide for any educator who is motivated whether through curiosity or necessity, to create a plan to increase their overall well-being.  Drawing on the knowledge, practical strategies, stories, and wisdom offered in this book, may we all experience what is described as Mino Pimatisiwin; living a good life.