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KenyaRansey Sep 19 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Here excitedly awaiting the #EdSurgeChat on balance. A personal MUST HAVE!

KripaSundar Sep 19 @ 8:00 PM EDT

I dare ya to not come #edsurgechat now - @aneesadav This is epic 😂#edsurgechat

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 5:19 PM EDT

I know right. Only people who are good at work/life balance will make it to this #edsurgechat
In reply to @curriculargeek, @JanetEckford, @Todd_Flory, @TheConnectedEdu, @drchavezreyes, @jarredamato, @corannaadams, @drewmmeyer, @kristidjohns, @earlyshe, @alexkreit

EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Welcome to #edsurgechat! EdSurge’s own @aneesadav will be moderating tonight’s discussion. Please introduce yourself!

EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Make sure to add #edsurgechat to each of your tweets so we will all see them!

EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:02 PM EDT

This week we’ll be discussing Work/Life Balance for Educators #edsurgechat

TheConnectedEdu Sep 19 @ 8:02 PM EDT

HI! Chrissy from NJ. #edsurgechat

DrGodard Sep 19 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Christi from Pennsylvania HS reading and SpEd and adjunct #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdSurge, @aneesadav

Todd_Flory Sep 19 @ 8:02 PM EDT

I'm Todd Flory, 4th grade teacher from Andover, KS. #edsurgechat

TinneyTroy Sep 19 @ 8:02 PM EDT

#edsurgechat Principal of Operations at University HS in Waco Texas. Dad of five daughters. In year 31.

philosophypaul Sep 19 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Paul teaching online and doing administration #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdSurge, @aneesadav

mrsfritchie Sep 19 @ 8:02 PM EDT

#edsurgechat Becky Fritchie 5th Grade math and science from Louisiana!!!

In reply to @EdSurge, @aneesadav

Rdene915 Sep 19 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hi everyone, checking in for a bit from Pittsburgh, teach Spanish and a course in STEAM #edsurgechat

luciomath Sep 19 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Brooke Lucio, Secondary Math Coordinator - Central Texas #edsurgechat

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Hi everybody! I'm Aneesa from EdSurge - happy to be hosting #edsurgechat tonight even though my daycare provider called in sick today :/

KripaSundar Sep 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Kripa, pursuing #PhD in education; focus on instruction with technology; looking for work;dabble with instructors and students #edsurgechat

KenyaRansey Sep 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Kenya Ransey, Instructional Technology Coach in metro Atlanta.#edsurgechat

EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Q1 coming up in 1 minute… #edsurgechat

Owl_b_TorresEdu Sep 19 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Jessica, elem AP in Waco, TX #edsurgechat

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Protip: Just ignore (or better yet block) spammers like Cinamon and Wannabe. And lmk if you have any questions during the chat! #edsurgechat

sydneyfjohnson Sep 19 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Howdy #edsurgechat 👋 I’m Sydney and I edit/ report on higher ed for EdSurge

EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Q1 What does “work/life balance” mean to you? Is it something you strive for? #edsurgechat

KenyaRansey Sep 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Kenya Ransey, Instructional Technology Coach and balance lover in metro Atlanta. :) #edsurgechat

bradlobo Sep 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Brad, Honolulu, HI, Adult Learning and Instruction #EdSurgeChat

In reply to @EdSurge, @aneesadav

TheConnectedEdu Sep 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A1 Balance was my #OneWord last year. Being able to make time for both without feeling overwhelmed. #edsurgechat

Rdene915 Sep 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1 I do strive for it, but it can be tough, so many things I want to try, implement in class, and keep reading/learning #edsurgechat

Owl_b_TorresEdu Sep 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1: You know how much of yourself to give to ea one so that you are the best for each of them...takes time to learn #edsurgechat

drchavezreyes Sep 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Hi, Everyone. This is Christina from Pomona, CA. #edsurgechat

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1 I know I wrote these questions but doesn't "work/life balance" put too much (i.e. 50%) emphasis on work? #edsurgechat

Rdene915 Sep 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1 Trying more to balance throughout the day, regular routines, read some, go for a walk, leave phone behind #edsurgechat

luciomath Sep 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1 This is one of the hardest things as an educator. It means taking care of the ones who will take care of you one day. #edsurgechat

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT

(I think I might get a little snarky in this #edsurgechat)

DrGodard Sep 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1 I do strive to balance both..but will always put family above work. It can make for stressful times though #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdSurge

philosophypaul Sep 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1 Work/life balance means meeting obligations w/o over extension. Achieve while nourishing self. Value and prioritize. #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdSurge

Todd_Flory Sep 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: Work/life balance is essential for not becoming burned out, and if you find the right balance, it can enhance both areas. #edsurgechat

KripaSundar Sep 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1. Work/life balance = work AND life #edsurgechat Something to strive for? Naah, I take the balance. Can't work if unhappy 😀 Thats Q1 and 2

EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Q1 What does “work/life balance” mean to you? Is it something you strive for? #edsurgechat

TheConnectedEdu Sep 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Yes. I would add time for ME, work, family, friends. So much to make room for in our very full lives. #edsurgechat

In reply to @aneesadav

mssackstein Sep 19 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1 I try to make time for clear separation of work and home but am not always successful #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdSurge

TheConnectedEdu Sep 19 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Hey there, lady! What's up??? #edsurgechat

In reply to @Rdene915

sydneyfjohnson Sep 19 @ 8:09 PM EDT

welcome, christina! (i grew up right by pomona, great to meet folks from home here!) #edsurgechat

In reply to @drchavezreyes

EdTechMaker Sep 19 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Dan Borghoff, MakerSpace/STEM Design teacher in Hackensack, NJ. #edsurgechat

annkozma723 Sep 19 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1 #edsurgechat ...the question of the ages... is balance possible if we don't make it a priority? I work hard, play hard & do #hammocktime

EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Q1 What does “work/life balance” mean to you? Is it something you strive for? #edsurgechat

KenyaRansey Sep 19 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1 To me it means keep all things in perspective. Balance for me means to prioritize & being okay with not getting it all done. #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdSurge

stephenoonoo Sep 19 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: Whatever happened to that old bumper-sticker philosophy, "Love what you do and you'll never work a day in your life?" #edsurgechat

drchavezreyes Sep 19 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1 I often consider WLB temporal, physical space to feel human. Not being overloaded and overwhelmed. Feeling whole and joy. #edsurgechat

mrsfritchie Sep 19 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1 constant struggle!!! Just started using the "Quiet Hours" on my @BloomzApp !! #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdSurge, @BloomzApp

Owl_b_TorresEdu Sep 19 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1 (cont.): A balance never stays static...constant swinging, readjusting, reflecting and recalculating #edsurgechat

TheConnectedEdu Sep 19 @ 8:10 PM EDT

I think you have to prioritize to make it happen much like everything else in life. To be successful you have to have a plan #edsurgechat

In reply to @annkozma723

Rdene915 Sep 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Hey Chrissy, multi-tasking, even through that is not really a thing :) trying to balance now, ;) how are you? #edsurgechat

In reply to @TheConnectedEdu

motodot Sep 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

I'm not an educator, but amen to that. #realtalk #edsurgechat

In reply to @KenyaRansey, @EdSurge

philosophypaul Sep 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Reply: With technology blurring boundaries -- knowing when to say enough. #edsurgechat

mssackstein Sep 19 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1 I try to make time for clear separation of work and home but am not always successful #edsurgechat
In reply to @EdSurge

Rdene915 Sep 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Thats awesome, @BloomzApp is great! #edsurgechat

In reply to @mrsfritchie, @EdSurge, @BloomzApp, @BloomzApp

JanetEckford Sep 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1: I can become absorbed in my role as an educator & need other avenues of joyful productivity. That's why I write romance. #edsurgechat

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

I think that loving work is one of the main things that can make work/life balance disappear #edsurgechat

In reply to @stephenoonoo

TheConnectedEdu Sep 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1 For me,once I started to carve out time for ME first and I felt good about myself everything else seemed to fall into place. #edsurgechat

annkozma723 Sep 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Great thoughts! I've started "booking" time for myself... intentional, purposeful, meaningful time to work on #balance #edsurgechat

In reply to @TheConnectedEdu

luciomath Sep 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT

...and then be okay if the plan doesn't work. #edsurgechat

In reply to @TheConnectedEdu, @annkozma723

TheConnectedEdu Sep 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Busy but good! How about you? #edsurgechat

In reply to @Rdene915

chadw675 Sep 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1: Work/Life balance means living and working to the best extent you can. I strive for this always. Need to shit off at home #edsurgechat

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Oooh! We'll get to tech tools to help with work/life balance later in the #edsurgechat

In reply to @mrsfritchie, @EdSurge, @BloomzApp

philosophypaul Sep 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Reply on balance: Yes, Static may indicate balance has failed. Return to balance #edsurgechat

In reply to @Owl_b_TorresEdu

EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Q2 coming up in 1 minute… #edsurgechat

motodot Sep 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

I'm doing the "pay myself first" thing and meditating in the morning before launching into work-related stuff. #edsurgechat

TheConnectedEdu Sep 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

YES!! It took me til I turned 45 to make that a reality but it has changed my life. Full life=happy life #edsurgechat

In reply to @annkozma723

MrsAutumnRiley Sep 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Howdy!!! Autumn Riley, English 2 Teacher from Burleson ISD, TX #edsurgechat

stephenoonoo Sep 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Thats cool, I wish I had productive hobbies. I just watch netflix and fall asleep playing candy crush #edsurgechat

In reply to @JanetEckford

Rdene915 Sep 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

BUSY for sure , lots to prepare :) #edsurgechat

In reply to @TheConnectedEdu

TheConnectedEdu Sep 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Agreed. The best laid plans....Haha! #edsurgechat

In reply to @luciomath, @annkozma723

KripaSundar Sep 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Here's another one- "If you truly love, let it free - if it comes back, its yours" 😉😆#edsurgechat When leaving, let it free. It'll come back

In reply to @aneesadav, @stephenoonoo

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Way to slip in why you are using a pseudonym on Twitter ;) #edsurgechat

In reply to @JanetEckford

EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Q2 Are educators better or worse at balancing their lives than the average worker? Why do you think that is? #edsurgechat

drchavezreyes Sep 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A1 Self compassion for stopping where I am regardless of what needs to be finished is important. Still working on this, though. #edsurgechat

luciomath Sep 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT

...and then be okay if the plan doesn't work. #edsurgechat
In reply to @TheConnectedEdu, @annkozma723

chadw675 Sep 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Yes! Me too...scheduling time to exercise, socialize is vital to ensure it happens. Work is important but cannot overtake life #edsurgechat

annkozma723 Sep 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Great thoughts! I've started "booking" time for myself... intentional, purposeful, meaningful time to work on #balance #edsurgechat
In reply to @TheConnectedEdu

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

What do you do during that time? #edsurgechat

In reply to @annkozma723, @TheConnectedEdu

bradlobo Sep 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Yes. I love this! For me it's about wether it is "necessary". If not, it can wait. #EdSurgeChat

In reply to @KenyaRansey, @EdSurge

EdTechMaker Sep 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A1 As someone who's very involved in #Makerspaces & the #MakerMovement both inside & outside of school, I don't seek a balance #edsurgechat

MrsAutumnRiley Sep 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A1: I think you have to have balance and be PRESENT for where you are. Easier said than done some days. #edsurgechat

TheConnectedEdu Sep 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

So important, especially as women, to take time for yourself. Like on an airplane with the oxygen. #edsurgechat

In reply to @motodot

jklcassidy Sep 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A1: we have 3 boys and I'm finishing my doctorate while working full time so I'm like... #edsurgechat

stephenoonoo Sep 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT

so don't love your job to the extent where it takes over your life? perhaps #edsurgechat

In reply to @aneesadav

drchavezreyes Sep 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2 I think we are like everyone else that is passionate about helping others. It is hard to say no to those in need. #edsurgechat

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT

I think a question that might come up a lot tonight is: what time do you wake up in the morning? #edsurgechat

In reply to @motodot

DrGodard Sep 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2 worse and it seems like more and more expectations are that job should come first #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdSurge

KripaSundar Sep 19 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Aye Aye #edsurgechat

drchavezreyes Sep 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2 I think we are like everyone else that is passionate about helping others. It is hard to say no to those in need. #edsurgechat

TheConnectedEdu Sep 19 @ 8:16 PM EDT

For me it is pretty much the gym, reading, writing, #coffeeEdu, and #edcamp. Need these to feel good and refreshed. #edsurgechat

In reply to @aneesadav, @annkozma723

chadw675 Sep 19 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: I think Ts have a harder time balancing work/life. Such a personal profession & hard not to take work home & think abt job #edsurgechat

bradlobo Sep 19 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Why?! Is it because your already in your space of "balance". If so I commend you. You have found what you love. #EdSurgeChat

In reply to @EdTechMaker

luciomath Sep 19 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Love your "job" but live your life. #edsurgechat

In reply to @stephenoonoo, @aneesadav

Owl_b_TorresEdu Sep 19 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: Worse...our hearts always try to do more because we affect children...hard to turn your back on kids #edsurgechat

annkozma723 Sep 19 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Read, hammock, go for a walk, head to the beach for a slow stroll, movies w a friend... need to pump up the tires on my bike! #edsurgechat

In reply to @aneesadav, @TheConnectedEdu

stephenoonoo Sep 19 @ 8:17 PM EDT

I hate setting alarms. It feels like the wrong way to end/start a day, so I just naturally wake up @ 7:30-8:30 #edsurgechat

In reply to @aneesadav, @motodot

Rdene915 Sep 19 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2 I think maybe not as gd bc we have so many interactions, conversations, tasks, want to/need to be avail, so we give more #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdSurge

KenyaRansey Sep 19 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Can't say we are better/worse. I believe it can in some ways be tougher b/c it's assumed we'll work over to get things done. #EdSurgeChat

In reply to @EdSurge

MrsAutumnRiley Sep 19 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: it's super hard! My Ss feel like my own kids. I worry about thm even when I'm not w/them. Especially when I'm their person #edsurgechat

philosophypaul Sep 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2 Better at exercises of identifying, prioritizing, balancing. Application determines if better or worse. #edsurgechat

EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Q2 Are educators better or worse at balancing their lives than the average worker? Why do you think that is? #edsurgechat

TheConnectedEdu Sep 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2 Way worse. Most others can leave their work at work. We take it all home. Worrying about kids, paperwork, lesson plans, etc. #edsurgechat

JanetEckford Sep 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT

That's still joyful productivity! #edsurgechat

In reply to @stephenoonoo

drchavezreyes Sep 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2 The internet (like this chat) makes it more challenging to participate in "all" the things we want to do at work and home! #edsurgechat

Todd_Flory Sep 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2: T expectations/workloads are increasing, and teaching is a calling, so it's more of who we are and not just what we do. #edsurgechat

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT

I think many people are passionate about their work, but educators and other "helpers" may get more requests from all fronts #edsurgechat

In reply to @drchavezreyes

chadw675 Sep 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT

100%. We are in a people profession! Hard to stop thinking and caring about kids, colleagues, etc #edsurgechat

TheConnectedEdu Sep 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2 Way worse. Most others can leave their work at work. We take it all home. Worrying about kids, paperwork, lesson plans, etc. #edsurgechat

DrGodard Sep 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT

And if you try to turn off, like when sick, there are still sub plans to write #edsurgechat

In reply to @TheConnectedEdu

KripaSundar Sep 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT

How much does the "average" worker work? Is there really a switch on/off? Such a layered question @aneesadav ! #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdSurge, @aneesadav

TheConnectedEdu Sep 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT

What other job is it harder to call out than to show up! Haha! #edsurgechat

In reply to @DrGodard

annkozma723 Sep 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2 #edsurgechat I think Ts are used to multi-tasking & doing #allthethings, but my non EDU friends say the same re: W/L balance...

EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Q2 Are educators better or worse at balancing their lives than the average worker? Why do you think that is? #edsurgechat

luciomath Sep 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2 I'm not sure I can determine this...it is all relative to the position and the passion. #edsurgechat

KenyaRansey Sep 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT

I have had set a time and no matter what's not done, I leave. It's the only way I can keep from neglecting home life. #edsurgechat

In reply to @chadw675

philosophypaul Sep 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT

How much do workaholics work? #edsurgechat

KripaSundar Sep 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT

How much does the "average" worker work? Is there really a switch on/off? Such a layered question @aneesadav ! #edsurgechat
In reply to @EdSurge, @aneesadav

EdTechMaker Sep 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2 Balancing is a bad word. IMHO, you have to love the crazy, all encompassing life of teaching or find another profession :-P #edsurgechat

EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Q2 Are educators better or worse at balancing their lives than the average worker? Why do you think that is? #edsurgechat

EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Q3 coming up in 1 minute… #edsurgechat

TheConnectedEdu Sep 19 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Great answer, Dan! #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdTechMaker

chadw675 Sep 19 @ 8:21 PM EDT

In many jobs you can have an “off” day. Impossible to be “off” with a class full of Ss in front of you or a bldg relying on u #edsurgechat

KripaSundar Sep 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT

How much does the "average" worker work? Is there really a switch on/off? Such a layered question @aneesadav ! #edsurgechat
In reply to @EdSurge, @aneesadav

EdTechMaker Sep 19 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Thanks Chrissy! #edsurgechat

In reply to @TheConnectedEdu

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:21 PM EDT

And if you don't have a place for a hammock, no problem... #edsurgechat

In reply to @annkozma723, @TheConnectedEdu

KripaSundar Sep 19 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Is my 3yo staying the night with me? 😆 #edsurgechat Why spend more money on an alarm?

In reply to @aneesadav, @motodot

EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Q3 What challenges have you faced when advocating for work/life balance with colleagues and leadership? #edsurgechat

annkozma723 Sep 19 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Omg... LOVE IT! 🙌🏼 #edsurgechat

In reply to @aneesadav, @TheConnectedEdu

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Same! I naturally wake up at 4:45 when the kiddo calls #edsurgechat

In reply to @stephenoonoo, @motodot

drchavezreyes Sep 19 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Yes. Seems 21st century circumstance. We know more about what is good for us but have life where difficult 2 implement it. #edsurgechat

annkozma723 Sep 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT
A2 #edsurgechat I think Ts are used to multi-tasking & doing #allthethings, but my non EDU friends say the same re: W/L balance...
- EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT
  
  Q2 Are educators better or worse at balancing their lives than the average worker? Why do you think that is? #edsurgechat

TheConnectedEdu Sep 19 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3 Admin keep asking for more once they see you can do more. #edsurgechat

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Yeah, I think that the more you deal with people in your work, the less you are able to plan and schedule your time #edsurgechat

In reply to @Rdene915, @EdSurge

bradlobo Sep 19 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3 You have to know how to lead by example before you advocate. Explain, demonstrate, and follow. #EdSurgeChat

In reply to @EdSurge

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:23 PM EDT

I think leaving work at work is getting less and less common #edsurgechat

In reply to @TheConnectedEdu

KripaSundar Sep 19 @ 8:24 PM EDT

#truestory My utmost respect for all instructors who put themselves out there, day in & out shaping minds and hearts.Thank you! #edsurgechat

In reply to @chadw675

Owl_b_TorresEdu Sep 19 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: Try to help new Ts learn that it is not effective to stay at work super late everyday...encourage all Ts to find a passion #edsurgechat

DrGodard Sep 19 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Depends on admin. Worked for some who get it...and some who don't. #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdSurge

KenyaRansey Sep 19 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: I don't advocate. I do what is best for me so I can be my best for my Ss. I get results in the classroom so I'm left alone! #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdSurge

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:24 PM EDT

I know. The irony of this profession-related chat at 5pm/8pm does not escape me. #edsurgechat

In reply to @drchavezreyes

TheConnectedEdu Sep 19 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Yes, I am finding it harder to do now that I am back teaching elementary school. #edsurgechat

In reply to @aneesadav

chadw675 Sep 19 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: Sometimes it hard to leave when things aren’t done & you have ppl relying on you. There are things that need to be done #edsurgechat

Rdene915 Sep 19 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3 Being able to only take on what I can, but wanting to take on more, #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdSurge

sydneyfjohnson Sep 19 @ 8:24 PM EDT

especially with slack and a 24-hour news cycle! #edsurgechat

In reply to @aneesadav, @TheConnectedEdu

luciomath Sep 19 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3 No challenges at work, but it was difficult to explain the workload to my spouse at the beginning of my career #edsurgechat

JanetEckford Sep 19 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3: In my field self care (work/life) is heavily advocated, but is not implemented in policy and programs in a sustainable way. #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdSurge

drchavezreyes Sep 19 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3 Important! Leadership needs to lead on this issue! As Dept Chair I do what I can to let others have a life. Set priorities. #edsurgechat

TheConnectedEdu Sep 19 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3 Admin keep asking for more once they see you can do more. #edsurgechat

jklcassidy Sep 19 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A2: #edsurgechat

jklcassidy Sep 19 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A2: #edsurgechat

KripaSundar Sep 19 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3. Never thought of advocating it for someone else.. I figured each person has their own plan of what works for them? #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdSurge

DrGodard Sep 19 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Saying no to admin isn't always easy #edsurgechat

In reply to @Rdene915, @EdSurge

chadw675 Sep 19 @ 8:26 PM EDT

More like impossible. If it isn’t work that needs to be done, there is a 24 Hour cycle of email #edsurgechat

In reply to @aneesadav, @TheConnectedEdu

philosophypaul Sep 19 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Reply: Hemmingway approach to writing: leave a sentence unfinished for the next day. #edsurgechat

In reply to @chadw675

TheConnectedEdu Sep 19 @ 8:26 PM EDT

In the spirit of balance, I promised myself only 30 mins for the chat! Haha! Have a good night, all! #edsurgechat

sydneyfjohnson Sep 19 @ 8:26 PM EDT

my friend and former edsurge buddy @jencurtis0345 is a work/life balance hero. WHERE YOU AT JEN? #edsurgechat

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:26 PM EDT

All I know is Americans definitely work more https://t.co/liUBCOc5nS #edsurgechat

In reply to @KripaSundar, @EdSurge

Todd_Flory Sep 19 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3: Being realistic and realizing that you can't do everything that you feel you want to and being okay with that is important. #edsurgechat

MrsAutumnRiley Sep 19 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3: It's tough to leave when there's still work to do, but it's important to remember #itwillbetheretomorrow #edsurgechat

Kenny_pal2 Sep 19 @ 8:27 PM EDT

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EdTechMaker Sep 19 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3 I'm crazy about changing the norm & bringing people to the next level. Everyone else, not so much. Hard to change for many. #edsurgechat

EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Q3 What challenges have you faced when advocating for work/life balance with colleagues and leadership? #edsurgechat

annkozma723 Sep 19 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Agreed. I find myself saying, "Life is getting in the way of life." w too much going on. Great topic tonight, on many levels. #edsurgechat

In reply to @drchavezreyes

Rdene915 Sep 19 @ 8:27 PM EDT

I know, between 3 emails, GroupMe, Voxer, Slack, WhatsApp, Twitter, FB, LInkedIn, Snapchat, Google+ and texts, oh my ;) #edsurgechat

In reply to @chadw675, @aneesadav, @TheConnectedEdu

KenyaRansey Sep 19 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Do what works for you...I decided to instill boundaries. I either come early, stay late, OR take home. Only 1, no longer all 3! #edsurgechat

In reply to @aneesadav, @TheConnectedEdu

sydneyfjohnson Sep 19 @ 8:28 PM EDT

amen! what i will sometimes do is make a “tomorrow" list to cap things off for the evening. #edsurgechat

In reply to @MrsAutumnRiley

annkozma723 Sep 19 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Hah! #same! #edsurgechat

In reply to @TheConnectedEdu

KripaSundar Sep 19 @ 8:28 PM EDT

THIS. THIS! Took me a while to accept and I'm not sure I'm completely there yet but closer for sure. #edsurgechat

In reply to @Todd_Flory

EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Q4 coming up in 1 minute… #edsurgechat

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:29 PM EDT

OMG we are going to talk about @SlackHQ #edsurgechat

In reply to @sydneyfjohnson, @TheConnectedEdu, @SlackHQ

EdTechMaker Sep 19 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Hah.. wait, really? hmm.. #edsurgechat

In reply to @TheConnectedEdu

MrsAutumnRiley Sep 19 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A3: Also helps to get to know colleagues as real people! Know their stories #edsurgechat

KripaSundar Sep 19 @ 8:29 PM EDT

THIS. THIS! Took me a while to accept and I'm not sure I'm completely there yet but closer for sure. #edsurgechat

Todd_Flory Sep 19 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3: Being realistic and realizing that you can't do everything that you feel you want to and being okay with that is important. #edsurgechat

philosophypaul Sep 19 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A3 Challenges of standing objectives or admin goals. But remember: you eat a whale a bite at a time. #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdSurge

josuefalaise Sep 19 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A3. Regardless of attempt to set balance, more responsibilities and pressure makes it difficult to get balance. Need #WhyGomo #edsurgechat

EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Q4 How does technology help or hinder your progress toward balance? #edsurgechat

DrGodard Sep 19 @ 8:30 PM EDT

I use #GoogleKeep for my to do list and color code by priority..must do, want to do, hope to do #edsurgechat

In reply to @sydneyfjohnson, @MrsAutumnRiley

KripaSundar Sep 19 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Ah. Depends on which part of the world.. My old job in India would have folks look at me like I'm insane if I left before 7pm #edsurgechat

In reply to @aneesadav, @EdSurge

EdTechMaker Sep 19 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Look who snuck in... #edsurgechat

In reply to @josuefalaise

annkozma723 Sep 19 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Great way to set boundaries! #edsurgechat

In reply to @KenyaRansey, @aneesadav, @TheConnectedEdu

_leo247 Sep 19 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Its A Leo Thing, You Would... Link => https://t.co/2beb9s0r8P #leotanktop #leotshirt #leolongsleeve #leomug #leolegging #edsurgechat

Todd_Flory Sep 19 @ 8:31 PM EDT

I'm not there yet, either, but I'm trying! #edsurgechat

In reply to @KripaSundar

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Good point #edsurgechat

In reply to @bradlobo, @EdSurge

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Another very good point #edsurgechat

In reply to @bradlobo, @EdSurge

luciomath Sep 19 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4 instant access to work related technology makes it harder to "turn off" when I'm not at work #edsurgechat

chadw675 Sep 19 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4: Tech is a double-edged sword. Helps in many ways but eats up time. E-mail, Google, Microsoft O365 make work ubiquitous #edsurgechat

MsJensenSSF Sep 19 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Joining late! A3: reminding myself that I'm doing all I can do, and keeping the long-term goal mindset #edsurgechat

bradlobo Sep 19 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A4 It is like asking for directions when driving. If you don't know how to use technology, don't be afraid to ask. #EdSurgeChat

In reply to @EdSurge

DrGodard Sep 19 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Like @aaron_hogan Shatter Perfect Teacher Myth..made me realize I do not have to be perfect #edsurgechat

In reply to @KripaSundar, @aaron_hogan

Owl_b_TorresEdu Sep 19 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A4: Tech can be a 2-edged sword...on 1 hand it provides ease/task efficiency;on other hand I have to purposefully disconnect #edsurgechat

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:32 PM EDT

I guess I wonder what happens when you can't get results without working more and more hours #edsurgechat

In reply to @KenyaRansey, @EdSurge

mrsfritchie Sep 19 @ 8:33 PM EDT

I'm at dinner right now... #hinder #butIlovemyjob #edsurgechat #anytimeisagoodtimetolearn #struggles

In reply to @EdSurge

annkozma723 Sep 19 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A4 #edsurgechat lately finding myself distracted by 📱 when I need to be working on 💻 & big evening projects get delayed 🤦🏻‍♀️ #edsurgechat

EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Q4 How does technology help or hinder your progress toward balance? #edsurgechat

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:33 PM EDT

This is actually a very effective way to be productive #edsurgechat

In reply to @philosophypaul, @chadw675

EdTechMaker Sep 19 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A4 I'm a geek. I try it all and figure out what works for me. I just hate when admins and teachers poo poo tech 4 tech's sake. #edsurgechat

EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Q4 How does technology help or hinder your progress toward balance? #edsurgechat

luciomath Sep 19 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A4 I use @todoist to prioritize work and keep myself accountable & @Pocket to bookmark content for later #edsurgechat

sydneyfjohnson Sep 19 @ 8:33 PM EDT

i also LIVE by my calendar (work-wise that is) #edsurgechat

In reply to @DrGodard, @MrsAutumnRiley

Owl_b_TorresEdu Sep 19 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Don't forget to do nothing sometimes! #edsurgechat

DrGodard Sep 19 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A4 tech saves me time to do more things. A lot more than I could do when I started 22 yrs ago #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdSurge

MrsAutumnRiley Sep 19 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A4: Tech helps with efficiency and multitasking ... but I'm never really "off" #edsurgechat

Todd_Flory Sep 19 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A4: Tech can potentially help or hurt work/life balance. It can simplify things, but reel you in when you need to turn off. #edsurgechat

KripaSundar Sep 19 @ 8:34 PM EDT

So, here is my take - I work hard, yes. I work smart too. Experience and knowledge helps too. Reaching out for support helps. #edsurgechat

In reply to @aneesadav, @KenyaRansey, @EdSurge

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:34 PM EDT

If you have a career (like teaching) that has busier or slow times, you gotta get on the same page about that w/ yr family #edsurgechat

In reply to @luciomath

annkozma723 Sep 19 @ 8:34 PM EDT

I did this on Saturday. It was amazing. #edsurgechat

Owl_b_TorresEdu Sep 19 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Don't forget to do nothing sometimes! #edsurgechat

Owl_b_TorresEdu Sep 19 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Kinda scary...we have a lot in common...I also ♥️movies and I'm a doctoral student! #edsurgechat #smallworld

In reply to @chadw675

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:35 PM EDT

For instance, recognizing that whenever you're starting a new job there is going to be a period of adjustment and working extra #edsurgechat

In reply to @luciomath

LFKerz Sep 19 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A1: work/life balance means being able to be present and engaged wherever you are #edsurgechat

EdTechMaker Sep 19 @ 8:35 PM EDT

So only marry someone who is as crazy about tech and education as yourself? hmm. There's an idea. :-P #edsurgechat

In reply to @aneesadav, @luciomath

KripaSundar Sep 19 @ 8:35 PM EDT

And I've found students can relate to less than perfect instructors. One S told me it made their instructor "approachable" #edsurgechat

In reply to @DrGodard, @aaron_hogan

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:35 PM EDT

So frustrating! What do you do about it? #edsurgechat

In reply to @JanetEckford, @EdSurge

DrGodard Sep 19 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Hard when your slow times are spouses busy times and vice versa #edsurgechat

In reply to @aneesadav, @luciomath

annkozma723 Sep 19 @ 8:35 PM EDT

#same and my Apple Watch helps to tell me where to be & when! #edsurgechat

In reply to @sydneyfjohnson, @DrGodard, @MrsAutumnRiley

Rdene915 Sep 19 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A4 It def helps w/ a lot, especially ability to learn & connect w/others, get new ideas/support, also to keep track of schedule #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdSurge

philosophypaul Sep 19 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Reply back; time to regroup, reevaluate when results not forthcoming. Also, allow, that is, give time for incubation #edsurgechat

In reply to @aneesadav, @KenyaRansey, @EdSurge

JanetEckford Sep 19 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A4: Technology can hinder my progress because it creates an unrealistic expectation of urgency amongst students and colleagues. #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdSurge

josuefalaise Sep 19 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A4. Technology allows me to get things done faster. Hurts me b/c I have become obsessed w/ spending more time on it. #WhyGomo #edsurgechat

Owl_b_TorresEdu Sep 19 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Agree...especially as an admin you never know when a staff member will need to contact you #edsurgechat

In reply to @MrsAutumnRiley

EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Q5 coming up in 1 minute… #edsurgechat

KenyaRansey Sep 19 @ 8:37 PM EDT

What we're doing isn't working so (IMHO), we must change the approach to get a different result. #edsurgechat

In reply to @aneesadav, @EdSurge

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Haha! Thanks for coming! #edsurgechat

In reply to @TheConnectedEdu

LFKerz Sep 19 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A2:It's valuable to teach educators to work smarter, not harder. But servants often feel they're not doing enough #partofthegig #edsurgechat

KripaSundar Sep 19 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4. Help = Efficiency + Calendar scheduling. Hinder? Netflix. I switch off phone wi-fi at home to disallow other disturbances #edsurgechat

EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Q4 How does technology help or hinder your progress toward balance? #edsurgechat

chadw675 Sep 19 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Great point. Tech does create a sort of artificial urgency. That’s hard to overcome. #edsurgechat

In reply to @JanetEckford, @EdSurge

MsJensenSSF Sep 19 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4 Tech allows collaboration, which as a new teacher, online PLNs are 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽 #edsurgechat

KenyaRansey Sep 19 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Helps increase efficiency/productivity or helps me unwind to play games. #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdTechMaker

Rdene915 Sep 19 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Reading now #TeacherMyth just finished reading Grit and Leaders eat Last, will read Courageous Edventures @MsMagiera #edsurgechat

In reply to @DrGodard, @KripaSundar, @aaron_hogan, @MsMagiera

JanetEckford Sep 19 @ 8:37 PM EDT

I advocate for policy that is reflective of us practicing what we "preach". I also work it into programming I create. #edsurgechat

In reply to @aneesadav, @EdSurge

KripaSundar Sep 19 @ 8:38 PM EDT

And mine was considered the easier company in the same tier to work with 😆 #edsurgechat

In reply to @bradlobo, @aneesadav, @EdSurge

EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Q5 What do you feel you have to give up to have a balanced life? Who suffers? Who gains? #edsurgechat

josuefalaise Sep 19 @ 8:38 PM EDT

You know it! #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdTechMaker

LFKerz Sep 19 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A3: accepting that sometimes "good enough" is better than "perfect" so that you can recharge too #edsurgechat

annkozma723 Sep 19 @ 8:38 PM EDT

#edsurgechat glad to connect for a bit... great topic & timely reminders. #balance

TheConnectedEdu Sep 19 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Anytime! Love #edsurgechat . Just have to remind me. Haha! So...busy!

In reply to @aneesadav

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:38 PM EDT

I can't wait till we all start uploading photos/screenshots of our to-do lists #edsurgechat

In reply to @MrsAutumnRiley, @DrGodard, @sydneyfjohnson, @trello

Owl_b_TorresEdu Sep 19 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A5: Honestly, I find myself giving up my ME time...would love to make more time to exercise and read just for fun #edsurgechat

LFKerz Sep 19 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A4: I can easily keep materials in one place and save for re-use in the future. But it can be a distraction when I'm w/ family #edsurgechat

annkozma723 Sep 19 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Thanks for the chat! Can't stay the whole time... #edsurgechat

In reply to @aneesadav

KripaSundar Sep 19 @ 8:39 PM EDT

I want to "Like" this conv a dozen times 😂 I rattle off to my 3yo. At least she pretends to be engaged in my rants #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdTechMaker, @aneesadav, @luciomath

jenmschneider Sep 19 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A1: I don't think there is a "balance". Try 2b 100% present when I am engaging in a role (mom, teacher, writer). It's tough! #edsurgechat

Rdene915 Sep 19 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A5 I think I need to do less reading and twitter chats, Ss b/c I learn new ideas, me bc I love to learn & connect #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdSurge

JanetEckford Sep 19 @ 8:40 PM EDT

I've created better boundaries. At 10pm, if it is an emergency call 911, if not it can wait until the next business day. #edsurgechat

In reply to @chadw675, @EdSurge

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:40 PM EDT

VERY good #edpolicy #edsurgechat

In reply to @KenyaRansey, @TheConnectedEdu

chadw675 Sep 19 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A5: That’s the million $ question; what can you give up? Need to do your best at work and home. The balance shifts at times #edsurgechat

sydneyfjohnson Sep 19 @ 8:40 PM EDT

you don’t want to see this mess #edsurgechat

In reply to @aneesadav, @MrsAutumnRiley, @DrGodard, @trello

jenmschneider Sep 19 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A3: I am so fortunate to work for leadership that tells me family first and means it. My biggest fight is with myself. #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdSurge

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:41 PM EDT

I did! #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdTechMaker, @luciomath

Todd_Flory Sep 19 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A5: It's easier to prioritize work, so I often don't make time for hobbies, going to the gym, spending more time w/ friends. #edsurgechat

MrsAutumnRiley Sep 19 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Exactly!!! #edsurgechat

chadw675 Sep 19 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A5: That’s the million $ question; what can you give up? Need to do your best at work and home. The balance shifts at times #edsurgechat

jenmschneider Sep 19 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Popping in late, but I am Jen, 7th grade ELA in @MillardPS and #geniushour advocate! #edsurgechat

aschoenborn Sep 19 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A5: I gave up grading everything and taking work home. Ss still read/write a lot (more than I can grade). #edsurgechat

EdTechMaker Sep 19 @ 8:41 PM EDT

How's this for balance? I'm here until my iPhone updates to IOS 11 and then I'm done on twitter for a bit.. hmmm.. maybe not.. #edsurgechat

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Yes, efficiency is key. But I often wonder - who is looking out that expectations remain realistic? #edsurgechat

In reply to @KenyaRansey, @EdSurge

KripaSundar Sep 19 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Compromising on how MUCH I can do is a pain. I won't compromise quality so quantity suffers. Not sure how I feel about it #edsurgechat

EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Q5 What do you feel you have to give up to have a balanced life? Who suffers? Who gains? #edsurgechat

EdTechMaker Sep 19 @ 8:42 PM EDT

NICE! #LivingTheDream #edsurgechat

In reply to @aneesadav, @luciomath

LFKerz Sep 19 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A5: not giving up something, but focusing on where I can make the biggest impact; can't do it all and that's a good thing! #edsurgechat

KenyaRansey Sep 19 @ 8:42 PM EDT

I agree. I had a hard convo with myself. Not seeing results tantamount to hours I give so I regrouped and it got MUCH better. #edsurgechat

In reply to @philosophypaul, @aneesadav, @EdSurge

luciomath Sep 19 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Tech has actually made it easier b/c I don't have to work from my district desktop to function...and @GoogleForEdu is great! #edsurgechat

In reply to @bradlobo, @EdTechMaker, @aneesadav, @GoogleForEdu

EmilyLepkowski1 Sep 19 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A5: I read in @lennyletter today that balance isn't a thing ...focus shifts... made me think @ setting expectations #edsurgechat

MrsAutumnRiley Sep 19 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A5: If I get the balance right,all things can feed into one another and is #gainsgalore but it's all about the #positivemindset #edsurgechat

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Thanks for coming! #edsurgechat

In reply to @annkozma723

EmilyLepkowski1 Sep 19 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Necessary, but I bet long term you accomplish more #edsurgechat

In reply to @KripaSundar

KripaSundar Sep 19 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Hey, my attempted stuffed bread bake improved. Gotta give #GBBO and @netflix credit. Learning always happens, everywhere 😉#edsurgechat

In reply to @MrsAutumnRiley, @netflix

KenyaRansey Sep 19 @ 8:44 PM EDT

I don't know if anyone is so my team & I do it together. We look out for each other. It def helps to have a good team. #edsurgechat

In reply to @aneesadav, @EdSurge

KripaSundar Sep 19 @ 8:44 PM EDT

True! I was just thinking of this. There are times I reshuffle what is important and how much I'm actually effectively doing #edsurgechat

In reply to @EmilyLepkowski1, @lennyletter

josuefalaise Sep 19 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A5. I have to give up living in the US & find a remote island w/o WiFi or internet & all my bills would have to be paid off. #edsurgechat

EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Q6 coming up in 1 minute…#edsurgechat

MrsAutumnRiley Sep 19 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Yes! Around our house we live by #teamworkmakesthedreamwork #edsurgechat

KenyaRansey Sep 19 @ 8:44 PM EDT

I don't know if anyone is so my team & I do it together. We look out for each other. It def helps to have a good team. #edsurgechat
In reply to @aneesadav, @EdSurge

JanetEckford Sep 19 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A5: Balance is about emotional, physical, & mental wellbeing for me. My work/life has to adhere to that. 1/ #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdSurge

EmilyLepkowski1 Sep 19 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@aneesadav Swinging by late after some late night teaching b4 #d100chat #edsurgechat, join us if you can 😄

KripaSundar Sep 19 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Will have to wait and see what happens next. I'd rather be known for quality than quantity - Guess it comes to personal choice #edsurgechat

In reply to @EmilyLepkowski1

EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Q6 What’s one thing you will do this school year to balance your priorities? #edsurgechat

jklcassidy Sep 19 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A3: Setting boundaries can be hard but if you are kind and smile- usually people respect you even more #edsurgechat

tbresnahan1 Sep 19 @ 8:46 PM EDT

#edsurgechat By building leadership capacity in others, one can create more time & balance in their lives #edchat @MSAA_33 @ArtDulong #njed

EmilyLepkowski1 Sep 19 @ 8:46 PM EDT

I was asked by a district last week what I wanted my superpower to be and I said invisibility #edsurgechat

In reply to @josuefalaise

askatechnogirl Sep 19 @ 8:47 PM EDT

#edsurgechat A6 use google keep and make sure I get organized

JanetEckford Sep 19 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A5: If something in work or life lacks that balance, I begin shifting perspective or cut out things. 2/ #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdSurge

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:47 PM EDT

I think the more work-related tech looks/behaves like social media the more endorphins it releases & we star to work 24/7 #edsurgechat

In reply to @luciomath

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:47 PM EDT

(I'm looking at you #Slack) #edsurgechat

In reply to @luciomath

josuefalaise Sep 19 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A6. Create a schedule and follow through! Have accountability partner(s). #WhyGomo #edsurgechat

Owl_b_TorresEdu Sep 19 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A6: I need to get better at sticking to a schedule for tasks #edsurgechat

EdTechMaker Sep 19 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A6 Actually get paperwork done on time... And this time I mean it. #edsurgechat

EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Q6 What’s one thing you will do this school year to balance your priorities? #edsurgechat

chadw675 Sep 19 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A6: Schedule ME time. Exercise, activities, time w/ friends & family. As important to schedule that as it is to schedule work #edsurgechat

LFKerz Sep 19 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A6: working hard to live by the Zero Inbox rule, and trying to have a set email time each day! #edsurgechat

aschoenborn Sep 19 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A6: Learn to say, "yes," only to select opportunities so I don't stress. Create process routines to use my time efficiently. #edsurgechat

JanetEckford Sep 19 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A5: I'm aware that this is housed in a place of privilege. I don't have to juggle children, a partner, work, & autonomy. 3/ #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdSurge

KenyaRansey Sep 19 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A6 Reflect often on where I am, how I feel, what did/did not go well, why, and how to capitalize and/or improve. #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdSurge

MsJensenSSF Sep 19 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A6: Focusing on improving one area at a time.. reminders of quality over quantity #edsurgechat

Rdene915 Sep 19 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A6 try to keep the routine I have going, even though it is not perfect by any means, but trying to be consistent #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdSurge

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:49 PM EDT

I would get in a lot of trouble for that. BUT I'm in bed, my wife is next to me about to hop on a conf call & my mom is w/ baby #edsurgechat

In reply to @mrsfritchie, @EdSurge

Todd_Flory Sep 19 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A6: I'm trying to bring less work home, have a work cutoff time, and get to bed earlier. #edsurgechat

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:50 PM EDT

I like some tech A LOT but others try to get me to use what works for them #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdTechMaker

jklcassidy Sep 19 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A6: use @momentumdash - amazing. Keeps me on task and from straying too far each day from the "plan" As opposed to Phoebe's way.#edsurgechat

EmilyLepkowski1 Sep 19 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Isolating when I'm most productive and working on projects at that time ... helps me too #edsurgechat . Nothing like inbox 0, great feeling

In reply to @LFKerz

LFKerz Sep 19 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A6: building a culture of shared leadership helps too! We all contribute to meet the needs of our school! #edsurgechat

lndeutsch Sep 19 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Hey there. Joining waaay late, but wanted to hop in. ;) #edsurgechat

Rdene915 Sep 19 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Oh my, I dont think I will ever get to this, I try, definitely answer almost immed, answer 1 and 4 come in #edsurgechat

In reply to @LFKerz

luciomath Sep 19 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A5 I am the only one who will suffer or gain from this decision. However, I get to choose how I want to see it. #edsurgechat

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Yes, yes you are #worklifebalance #edsurgechat

In reply to @EmilyLepkowski1

KripaSundar Sep 19 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A6. Finally started shaking off free loaders and doing more than asked for on tasks that don't take me where I want to go #edsurgechat

EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Q6 What’s one thing you will do this school year to balance your priorities? #edsurgechat

KenyaRansey Sep 19 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Is there room in that boat for another!?!?!? #WillingToUnplug #edsurgechat

In reply to @josuefalaise

JanetEckford Sep 19 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A5: Economically I'm able to have a work life based on want & not need. So balance is achieved with far less restraints. 4/4 #edsurgechat

In reply to @EdSurge

Kenny_pal2 Sep 19 @ 8:52 PM EDT

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sydneyfjohnson Sep 19 @ 8:52 PM EDT

KUDOS. i was once a “zero inbox” gal but at some point or another fell (hard) off that wagon. godspeed! 💪 #edsurgechat

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nancykawaja Sep 19 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A1:ahh! I so wanted to join in but was regulating work/life balance with crossfit ... so still good. Great topic! #edsurgechat

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aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:53 PM EDT

We're hearing that a lot tonight! #edsurgechat

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EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Before we go, please share relevant resources! #edsurgechat

sydneyfjohnson Sep 19 @ 8:54 PM EDT

#edsurgechat or #bedsurgechat?

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EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:55 PM EDT

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aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:55 PM EDT

This article includes some great productivity tools https://t.co/WvK4eKpgaY #edsurgechat

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Hahahahahahaha #edsurgechat

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luciomath Sep 19 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A6 Appreciate the opportunities that have been afforded and be selective of the ones that allow me to be my best #edsurgechat

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:55 PM EDT

I love the first idea here: Give students word limits to make grading easier https://t.co/EY5iHk87Qv #edsurgechat

josuefalaise Sep 19 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Yes, there is just leave all of the tech behind in the US. Bring some actual books w/ you. #edsurgechat

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Rdene915 Sep 19 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Thanks for a great chat, definitely a timely topic, no pun intended ;0 #edsurgechat

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EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Thanks to @aneesadav for moderating the discussion! #edsurgechat

aschoenborn Sep 19 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Check out this useful CCSS based rubric generator: https://t.co/spOHe6poIL #SBGlife #edsurgechat

Todd_Flory Sep 19 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Thanks for a great chat! #edsurgechat

jklcassidy Sep 19 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Work-Life Balance: Tips From 24 Entrepreneurs Boiled Down To 1 via @forbes https://t.co/t1ojCWvtsG #EdSurgeChat

EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Thanks for joining this week’s #edsurgechat! Don’t forget to follow your new connections from tonight!

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Thanks everyone for a great chat! I totally haven't been able to keep up so expect some late replies! #edsurgechat

ChettHeath Sep 19 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Chett third grade teacher, UT really late, better late than never #edsurgechat

bradlobo Sep 19 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Thank you for the reminder and look forward to the next #EdSurgeChat

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EdSurge Sep 19 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Join us 10/3 for the next #edsurgechat on Evaluating Online Sources in the Era of Fake News, with guest host @Todd_Flory.

aneesadav Sep 19 @ 8:59 PM EDT

So so late but thanks for coming! #edsurgechat

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