From: Sherie Kent
Date: Wed, 15 Feb 2023 23:41:41 -0700
That’s great advice Janice - Thank you for sharing!!!
On Wed, Feb 15, 2023 at 1:04 PM Janice Prowant
wrote:
> Brian,
> I've been exactly where you are! And my answer is a little different than
> the others. When I realized that teaching music is a JOB and not a calling
> or work of the heart, things got better for me. I can't think of a job that
> I would rather do, so I'm sticking with this one. But now that I see it as
> a job, I appreciate the special moments. The joy seems more joyful now that
> I see it as a bonus and not the expectation.
>
> I also make sure to invest time in finding new repertoire-- especially for
> concerts. New songs, new dances, new games, and new video examples all feed
> my soul. But when I have an average day, I don't go home disappointed.
> After all, it's a job!
>
> There's one more thing that's helped me more than I ever expected... I've
> been focusing on having fun this year. Catherine Price did an excellent TED
> talk about having fun. She talks about flow, playfulness, connection and
> being "easy to laugh." I've always been someone who laughs loudly and
> often; I never thought that just trying to laugh easily would change me
> like it has. But being playful and laughing with the kids has been a real
> gift--for me and for them.
>
> I have at least 5 years of teaching left--right now I can see myself
> wanting to stay longer!
>
> Best of luck to you! I hope you find what you need.
>
> Janice (in sunny and warm PA)
>
> On Fri, Feb 10, 2023 at 4:00 PM Brian Weese wrote:
>
> > Hey There:
> >
> > Any advice to someone who is approaching burn out about making music fun
> > again?
> >
> > I got six more years until retirement and not sure I’m gonna make it… 😔
> >
> > D. Brian Weese
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