#SOZenTeacher Archive

participatechat May 23 @ 11:00 PM EDT

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LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:00 PM EDT

Welcome! I'm Jamie, an English teacher at NMHS, in Oregon and I'm your host for this chat :-) #SOZenTeacher

KathiSueSummers May 23 @ 11:01 PM EDT

Hey All... KathiSue, Oregon Online Teacher and retired MS principal. #SOZenTeacher

tishrich May 23 @ 11:01 PM EDT

Hi, friends! Tisha HS Culinary Tr from Medford, OR! Excited to chat! #SOZenTeacher

MsLaurenMertz May 23 @ 11:01 PM EDT

Lauren, K-4 Rdg T, from Missouri enjoying the start of summer vacation. #SOZenteacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #SOZenTeacher! Please introduce yourselves :-) #SOZenTeacher

Stephanie_GXY May 23 @ 11:01 PM EDT

Steph from Singapore. Hello all! #SOZenTeacher

L1Haynes May 23 @ 11:02 PM EDT

Hi all, I'm Lisa and looking forward to my first #SOZenTeacher #ahhhhhhh

LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #SOZenTeacher! Please introduce yourselves :-) #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:03 PM EDT

We are working through The Zen Teacher by Dan Tricarico. Tonight's questions come from pages 140-142 #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:04 PM EDT

We will be using the standard Q & A format tonight, please reply with the number of the question you're answering #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:04 PM EDT

Also, be sure to include the #SOZenTeacher after each post so everyone can see your posts #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:04 PM EDT

Homework Question--please respond #SOZenTeacher

OrganicLeaderVB May 23 @ 11:05 PM EDT

Hi #SoZenTeacher. Akilah,from VA, Professional Learning Specialist. Staying up a bit in honor of a great chat about such a important topic

hmarrs24 May 23 @ 11:05 PM EDT

Hello #SOZenTeacher family! Heather Marrs 3rd grade teacher and edtech teacher from Southern Oregon!

Stephanie_GXY May 23 @ 11:05 PM EDT

Really? I'm honored 😀 #SOZenTeacher

In reply to @tishrich

LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:06 PM EDT

HA: I set an intention not to get too stress at painting class & it paid off! :-) #SOZenTeacher

burgessdave May 23 @ 11:07 PM EDT

Join #SOZenTeacher starting right now!! #tlap #leadLAP #kidsdeserveit #xplap

tishrich May 23 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Join @LeachTeach4 on #SOZenTeacher at 8PST & find your zen in these last crazy days of the school year! #tlap #xplap #ditchbook #zenteacher

burgessdave May 23 @ 11:07 PM EDT

Self-care!! What a great topic for #SOZenTeacher at this point in year! #oranypoint! #tlap #ZenTeacher

KathiSueSummers May 23 @ 11:07 PM EDT

HA: I set an intention dealing with my allergies this past week. I tried really hard to live by my intentions. #SOZenTeacher

OrganicLeaderVB May 23 @ 11:08 PM EDT

#SoZenTeacher I chose to read certain books daily and write in my #gratitude journal with intention.

LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:04 PM EDT

Homework Question--please respond #SOZenTeacher

hmarrs24 May 23 @ 11:08 PM EDT

HW: Sounds like good homework! I couldn't make it last week so I didn't get to do it....def. want to now though! #SOZenTeacher

KamRenae May 23 @ 11:08 PM EDT

Hey #SOZenTeacher chatters!! Kami joining from Montana where I am a middle school special educator of 20+ years

KayyyMeier May 23 @ 11:08 PM EDT

I'm Kayla from Mexico, MO! #SOZenTeacher

Stephanie_GXY May 23 @ 11:08 PM EDT

Yes! Starting the day w the Lord's prayer helps to keep my composure #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:04 PM EDT

Homework Question--please respond #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:09 PM EDT

HAcontd: At school I set an intention not to get stressed out about senior boards speeches… ;-) #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:06 PM EDT

HA: I set an intention not to get too stress at painting class & it paid off! :-) #SOZenTeacher

OrganicLeaderVB May 23 @ 11:09 PM EDT

Hi Tisha! I know...I was watching my @cavs🏀 win so I'm energized for a bit! #SoZenTeacher

In reply to @tishrich, @cavs

LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:09 PM EDT

Tonight is going to be fast paced, get your fingers ready! We're going to do a full-body inventory! #SOZenTeacher

OrganicLeaderVB May 23 @ 11:10 PM EDT

Hi Jamie! Thank you for the warm creating! If this chat was earlier you would see me every week..with intention:) #SoZenTeacher

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LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:10 PM EDT

Question 1--please respond #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:11 PM EDT

A1: Tension sits in my neck and shoulders…I tend to hunch…gotta focus to stand up straight! #SOZenTeacher

hmarrs24 May 23 @ 11:11 PM EDT

A1: I'm lounging on my couch with my mac on my lap....sorta hunched over but relaxed! #SOZenTeacher

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KathiSueSummers May 23 @ 11:11 PM EDT

A1: I started a long time ago having a massage once a month. It is so important to stay in tune. #SOZenTeacher

MsLaurenMertz May 23 @ 11:13 PM EDT

A1: Broke a toe last week so my posture is all out of whack. Good reminder. #SOZenTeacher

KathiSueSummers May 23 @ 11:13 PM EDT

It does... I have been doing it for about 15 years. every month. #SOZenTeacher

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LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:13 PM EDT

Questions 2--please respond #SOZenTeacher

KayyyMeier May 23 @ 11:13 PM EDT

A1: I'm as comfortable as I can be lying on the living room floor... #SOZenTeacher

OrganicLeaderVB May 23 @ 11:13 PM EDT

A1: My shoulders are a little tense but I know it's related to how I'm sitting. Other than that I'm fully relaxed. #SoZenTeacher

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LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:14 PM EDT

A2: My arms, hands, and fingers are usually pretty limber and flexible :-) #SOZenTeacher

OrganicLeaderVB May 23 @ 11:14 PM EDT

A2: All the above. I had an amazing spa manicure recently that gave me tips on how to relax my arms & fingers #SoZenTeacher #selfcare

In reply to @LeachTeach4

KathiSueSummers May 23 @ 11:14 PM EDT

A2 Yes, I am sitting in my easy chair with my laptop in front of me. Still using proper typing techniques. #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:13 PM EDT

Questions 2--please respond #SOZenTeacher

Stephanie_GXY May 23 @ 11:15 PM EDT

A1: My discomfort culprits are always the neck & shoulder. Regularly need to go for massage to loosen the muscle tension #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:10 PM EDT

Question 1--please respond #SOZenTeacher

hmarrs24 May 23 @ 11:15 PM EDT

A2: I tend to tense up my hands and fingers when I'm typing...if I do it for too long, it doesn't feel good :( #SOZenTeacher

KayyyMeier May 23 @ 11:15 PM EDT

A2: My arms, hands, and fingers are usually pretty limber and most of the time flexible #SOZenTeacher

tishrich May 23 @ 11:15 PM EDT

A2: Nope.... not very relaxed... Needing that massage #SoZenTeacher

KathiSueSummers May 23 @ 11:15 PM EDT

I have a great person that is at Twin Creeks. #SOZenTeacher

In reply to @tishrich, @LeachTeach4

LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:16 PM EDT

Question 3--please respond #SOZenTeacher

KamRenae May 23 @ 11:16 PM EDT

Actually am sore and feeling my age this evening after returning to work late to clean and box things up for end of year #SOZenTeacher

OrganicLeaderVB May 23 @ 11:16 PM EDT

Thank you Jamie! Always glad to be here! #SoZenTeacher

In reply to @LeachTeach4

Hudsonwife16 May 23 @ 11:16 PM EDT

Hey everyone taking a break from my Pre-k grad madness to join you here in Az! #SoZenTeacher

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KathiSueSummers May 23 @ 11:17 PM EDT

A3: I hold stress in my right shoulder blade. Swimming helps me work out the tension between massages. #SOZenTeacher

tishrich May 23 @ 11:17 PM EDT

A3: oh geez.... I'm a mess. Really needing this zen tonight! 😂😂😂 #SOZenTeacher

hmarrs24 May 23 @ 11:17 PM EDT

A3:I always have tension between my shoulder blades..I've been running lately so bending at the waist is getting easier! haha! #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:17 PM EDT

A3: Shoulders are where I hold tension, but my abs are nice and loose…lol ;-) Hips are my source of pain… :-( #SOZenTeacher

Hudsonwife16 May 23 @ 11:17 PM EDT

A1: Currently stressed filled with things to put together for my #PreK kiddos graduation #SoZenTeacher

In reply to @LeachTeach4

Stephanie_GXY May 23 @ 11:18 PM EDT

A2: Nope. Have to crack my knuckles throughout the day. Bad habit I know, can't improve much #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:13 PM EDT

Questions 2--please respond #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:18 PM EDT

Question 4--please respond #SOZenTeacher

Hudsonwife16 May 23 @ 11:18 PM EDT

A2: Currently holding my phone to type my answers but I am laying down #SoZenTeacher

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MsLaurenMertz May 23 @ 11:18 PM EDT

A3: All these questions make me want to stretch out. #SOZenTeacher

MichaelJaberEDU May 23 @ 11:18 PM EDT

I just wanted to say hello to all of my Southern Oregon peeps. Just got home from a board meeting and am winding down. #SOZenTeacher

OrganicLeaderVB May 23 @ 11:18 PM EDT

A3:Yes a little.I know that I have to always be mindful of carrying my day in my shoulders.Writing in #gratitude journal helps #SoZenTeacher

Hudsonwife16 May 23 @ 11:19 PM EDT

A3: yes that is one thing I can do!! #SoZenTeacher

In reply to @LeachTeach4

OrganicLeaderVB May 23 @ 11:19 PM EDT

A4: Yes, I use yoga and pilates so they help. #SoZenTeacher

KathiSueSummers May 23 @ 11:19 PM EDT

A4: I was in the metals shop today in RR and I was on my hands and knees cleaning so I am full of cracking. #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:19 PM EDT

A4: My knees, ankles, and calves are flexible #SOZenTeacher

Hudsonwife16 May 23 @ 11:19 PM EDT

A4: Unfortunately no with my back issues my knees take a hit #SoZenTeacher

In reply to @LeachTeach4

Stephanie_GXY May 23 @ 11:20 PM EDT

A3: Great discomfort esp a long day #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:16 PM EDT

Question 3--please respond #SOZenTeacher

hmarrs24 May 23 @ 11:21 PM EDT

A4: Just started running again so my knees and legs may be revolting against me right now! #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:21 PM EDT

Question 5--please respond #SOZenTeacher

tishrich May 23 @ 11:21 PM EDT

A4: sometimes. Helps to Zumba with @LeachTeach4 and run! Getting better about getting into routine. Though this week...:😬 #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:22 PM EDT

A5: Arthritis in my big toes :-( Lavender oil helps with pain :-) #SOZenTeacher

Hudsonwife16 May 23 @ 11:22 PM EDT

A5: I have pain when I walk at times due to the pinched nerve in my back #SoZenTeacher

In reply to @LeachTeach4

OrganicLeaderVB May 23 @ 11:23 PM EDT

#SoZenTeacher A5 That's such a serious issue...I love heels but I'm learning to balance beautiful shoes with my health/comfort

hmarrs24 May 23 @ 11:23 PM EDT

A5: oh no! The age old question: cute shoes or comfort?? Which one?? Have to admit: I usually go with the cute shoes! #SOZenteacher

OrganicLeaderVB May 23 @ 11:23 PM EDT

A5: #SoZenTeacher I schedule spa pedicures with intention. They are every two weeks. My feet are so important to my daily routine

KathiSueSummers May 23 @ 11:24 PM EDT

A5: For me, hurting is part of getting old. I have rheumatoid arthritis. The reason for so much swimming in my life. Great PT. #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:24 PM EDT

Question 6--please respond #SOZenTeacher

MsLaurenMertz May 23 @ 11:25 PM EDT

A5: As I've gotten older I know I need to spend the $$ and buy better shoes with more support. #SOZenteacher #noflatsforme

LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:21 PM EDT

Question 5--please respond #SOZenTeacher

Stephanie_GXY May 23 @ 11:25 PM EDT

A5: I placed importance in comfortable shoe. Comfort first. Preference is always flat cushy shoe #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:21 PM EDT

Question 5--please respond #SOZenTeacher

KathiSueSummers May 23 @ 11:26 PM EDT

A6: Not as much as before I started swimming and taking care of myself. #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:26 PM EDT

A6 Just the stress of trying to answer all of these Qs so quickly, the inventory is on pg 140 if you want more time to process #SOZenTeacher

hmarrs24 May 23 @ 11:26 PM EDT

A6: My body feels tired...it's been a long day! Feet are recovering, back is a little tense, behind is comfy on the couch! #SOZenTeacher

tishrich May 23 @ 11:26 PM EDT

A5: luckily no. Running regularly helps #sozenteacher

Stephanie_GXY May 23 @ 11:27 PM EDT

A6: No good. Time for rejuvenation! #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:24 PM EDT

Question 6--please respond #SOZenTeacher

tishrich May 23 @ 11:27 PM EDT

A6: scheduling that massage asap! Ha! #sozenteacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:28 PM EDT

Parting Thought #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:28 PM EDT

Homework: #SOZenTeacher

OrganicLeaderVB May 23 @ 11:28 PM EDT

A6: #SoZenTeacher I feel good. I'm headed to bed but this was a great way to wrap up my night. Thank you so much! #SoZenTeacherisJoy Nite!

OrganicLeaderVB May 23 @ 11:29 PM EDT

Will do! #SoZenTeacher

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LeachTeach4 - Moderator May 23 @ 11:29 PM EDT

Thank you for joining tonight. See you next week on Tuesday, May 30 for our last session! Enjoy Today! :-) #SOZenTeacher

tishrich May 23 @ 11:29 PM EDT

Thanks for a great chat @LeachTeach4 and #SOZenTeacher Helps me to be intentional about taking care of myself in this final stretch!