If you clued in closely, you know that when I'm not blogging, or working at Anthropologie, that I spend the majority of my time at a Montessori school in downtown Denver. In fact, this is what's at the top of the list when it comes to my work priorities. I am so passionate about the quality childhood experiences that we as teachers and adults are providing our little ones. You only get one chance at childhood. So being part of a leadership team that works at upping that quality and making this happen for the families of our school couldn't be a better fit for me and my heart. Yet, just like at any job, that work life balance and making sure my bucket is being filled is so important for me to do my job right, and so important to avoid reaching burnout.
It goes without saying, that this type of work can be so rewarding, yet stressful. In the field of child development, and education, we are taking care of parents' most precious possessions. We are instilled with the joy of getting to see those "aha" moments and guide the foundation of what the rest of that child's life is built upon. That is such a privilege, yet with all that comes stress. This job is life-giving yet exhausting. And just like in any work place, it is attitude and perspective that keep the team going. Yesterday, I attended a meeting for the leaders that are working at the Montessori schools in our company's Colorado region. Just a small part of our meeting focused on being happy. I wanted to share with you the TED talk that got me really thinking yesterday, with hopes that you can leave reading this today feeling a bit more in control of your happiness, and thus more in control of your success--in the workplace, at home, with your spouse, amongst your friends, or wherever you may find yourself.
Be happy, friends.
