March 6, 2024

The Educator's Guide to Self-Care - PPD137

Tips from the 2Principals

In the latest episode of Podcast PD, AJ and Chris engage in a compelling conversation with guests Kevin and Jason from the 2Principals Podcast. The episode delves into the unique challenges educators face in achieving mental well-being and a healthy work-life balance.

Key Insights from the Episode:

The Importance of Mental Health in Education: Kevin and Jason emphasize the need for educators to prioritize their mental health. They discuss how the demands of the profession can lead to burnout and stress, making it crucial for educators to find strategies to manage their mental well-being.
Work-Life Integration: The guests introduce the concept of work-life integration instead of work-life balance. They suggest that finding a way to integrate professional and personal life can lead to a more fulfilling and less stressful experience in the education sector.
Practical Tips for Self-Care: The episode provides practical tips for educators to practice self-care. This includes setting boundaries, taking breaks intentionally, and finding activities that help recharge and rejuvenate.
The Role of School Leadership: Kevin and Jason, both school administrators, share how they support their staff's mental well-being. They discuss creating a supportive school culture, offering professional development focused on self-care, and being available to listen and help when needed.
Community and Professional Networks: The guests highlight the importance of having a supportive community and professional network. They share how connecting with like-minded educators can provide a sense of belonging and support.

What Are We Listening To?

2Principals Podcast - Are you tired of feeling stressed out and overwhelmed? Do you struggle to find balance between your work life and personal life? If so, you’re not alone. Many people, especially those in leadership positions, find it difficult to maintain their overall health and well-being. That’s where the 2Principals Podcast comes in. Hosted by Kevin and Jason, two experienced leaders in education who are dedicated to helping everyday leaders learn practical ways to live a more balanced and fulfilled life. With each episode, we tackle a wide variety of conversations related to leadership, mental & physical health, stress management, and work-life balance. Regardless of where you are on your journey, the 2Principals Podcast has something to offer.

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Jason Paurus

Principal and Co-Host of 2Principals Podcast

Jason Paurus is a high school principal and also the co-founder, producer, and social media director of 2Principals. Jason has a passion for health, wellness, and spending quality time with loved ones. When he's not busy with his professional endeavors, Jason loves nothing more than enjoying the great outdoors, whether it's walking trails, lounging by the lake, or soaking up the sun on a patio while indulging in a BBQ with friends.
In addition to his love for nature, Jason is dedicated to his mental and physical fitness and can often be found hitting the treadmill or elliptical, or engaging in strength training. He and his wife, Becky, prioritize their health and wellness and are committed to leading a balanced lifestyle.
Jason's career has centered around education, where he has worked as a teacher, coach, assistant principal, and currently serves as the principal at Rogers High School. His dedication to the academic and personal growth of students reflects his commitment to fostering a positive and impactful learning environment.
Outside of work, Jason enjoys spending time with his wife Becky, adult kids, Blake, Mackenzie, and Evan, and their family dog, Scooby.

Kevin Jost

Assistant Principal / 2Principals Podcast Host

Kevin began his career in education as a Special Education Teacher, but has worked in several roles in education over the last 15 years and is currently serving as a High School Assistant Principal. His number one focus as a school administrator is focusing on what students need in this ever-changing educational climate with new challenges each and every year. Outside of work, Kevin enjoys being as active as possible and over the last several years on his journey back to health, his passion for endurance events of all kinds has grown. Kevin regularly competes in triathlon, but his favorite activity is running and is in the early stages of taking on new long distance running adventures. Kevin and his wife have really developed a shared passion for chasing health and wellness as well as chasing their two dogs:)