Educator's Guide to REST

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Educator's Guide to REST

An Interactive Guide to Resilience, Emotional Wellness, and Sustainable Teaching

Educational psychology Teaching staff Teacher training

Author: Stephanie Letourneau

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Language: English

Published by: Routledge

Published on: 30th January 2026

Format: LCP-protected ePub

ISBN: 9781040769348


Burnout, stress, and emotional fatigue

have become all too familiar in today's educational landscape. The Educator's Guide to REST offers a lifeline as a grounded, evidence-informed, and emotionally resonant guide for teachers who want to rediscover their purpose, find joy in their work, and create sustainable practices for resilience and well-being.

About REST

Developed from years of classroom experience and action research, REST (Resilient Educator Support Team) is a 12-module framework built around the idea that educators need practical, compassionate tools and supportive communities. The flexible 12-module format is suitable for individual, classroom, or professional learning community use.

Key Focus Areas

It addresses self-awareness and emotional intelligence; mindfulness and stress management; building strong relationships; purpose and passion; adaptive thinking and problem-solving; self-care and well-being; self-compassion; optimistic outlook; building resilience through play; celebrating educators; and sustaining resilience and moving forward.

Interactive Tools

Interactive tools are throughout, including reflection prompts, resilience assessments, and mindfulness practices.

Supporting Data and Approach

Supported by data collected across the US, this guide weaves together personal stories and mindfulness, emotional intelligence, neuroscience, and practical strategies. It's not just theory; rather, it's a call to action to make teaching a more sustainable career.

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