Calling all teachers

It's that cold and flu season again.  Who seems to be on the receiving end?  Teachers.  Kids come to school with runny noses, coughing, and a whole array of other "fun" things. 

On top of all that, it is the stress of dealing with 30 different personalities, teaching something they love and with the hope that those children will be passionate about learning.

And if all of this isn't enough, they don't receive a raise, benefits are reduced and they are struggling financially. 

So what can teachers do to offset the affects of stress, have a balanced immune system, create an additional income to offset their paycuts, and not go crazy while doing all of this?

Let's start with stress.  When a person is stressed, reach for the good foods.  For example: fresh fruit, fresh veggies, protein.  These food choices will offset the affects of stress and put the body in a more calm state.  Did you know that stress is a major contributing factor in 100% of disease? 

Next the immune system.  It is imperative to have a balanced immune sytem to ward off the flu and it is a great prevention against more serious illnesses such as cancer.  Eating healthy 80% of the time and 20% of the time eat what you want and enjoy it.  We don't live in a plastic bubble and limiting oneself can add to stress. 

Next is a balanced immune system.  I say balanced because there are Auto Immune Disorders where the immune system is overproducing and is attacking the body.  What can one do to have a balanced immune system?  Because we can't get everything we need from our food supply, we need supplements.  Go here for my favorites. 

If you had a flu shot but want something that is a great defense against all flu bugs, click here.  If you like to know what you are putting into your body, click on the Science portion. 

Last is creating an additional income.  Teachers know that education is empowering.  I conduct Healthy Workshops for businesses, schools, churches, and organizations in the community.  My business is expanding and I'm looking for teachers to teach these workshops and have a flexible business to create an additional stream of income.  If this sounds like you or someone you know, email your resume to Mary Beth at marybeth@mamabearproductions.net. 

The Heart of a Teacher is a book and also you can see a brief video on the book.

Thank you to all teachers!  You are a blessing.

Mary Beth