Puja's Educational Blog

Educators are the backbone of every thriving community. Yet, in the hustle of lesson planning, managing classrooms, leading teams and caring for students, they often forget to care for themselves. Mental wellness is not just a personal need but a professional necessity; it directly impacts teaching quality, decision-making and leadership effectiveness. So, how can teachers and education leaders prioritize their mental well-being amid the chaos of daily responsibilities? Here are practical self-care tips to help maintain balance, reduce stress and cultivate emotional resilience. 1. Start with Morning Mindfulness How you start your day sets the tone for everything that follows. Try this: Spend 5 minutes each morning in quiet reflection, deep breathing or journaling. A gratitude journal can shift focus from what’s overwhelming to what’s inspiring. 2. Set Realistic Boundaries It’s easy to let work spill into personal time, but this constant availability leads to burnout. Say n...

Empowering Educators Starts with Empowering the Ones Who Train Them In the ever-evolving world of education, the role of a teacher-trainer is more critical than ever. As educators face new challenges, it becomes the responsibility of trainers not only to share knowledge but also to inspire transformation in classrooms across all age groups. But what does it really take to be an effective and impactful teacher-trainer? Beyond content expertise, there are specific core skills that shape a truly influential training experience. Here are the Top 5 Skills Every Teacher-Trainer Should Have: 1. Strong Communication & Interpersonal Skills Teaching is not just about delivering information; it’s about building connections. An effective trainer must: Speak with clarity and empathy. Actively listen to understand different perspectives. Offer constructive feedback in an encouraging manner. The best teacher turns concepts into conversations, not lectures. 2. Cu...

  Lessons Learned, Transferable Skills & Key Milestones When I started my career in Education Management, I never imagined that one day I would be navigating the dynamic worlds of Data Analytics and Digital Marketing. And yet, here I am, grateful for every twist, challenge and growth opportunity that has shaped my journey. Chapter 1: Foundation in Education Management My early years were rooted in classroom teaching and later evolved into leadership roles involving curriculum planning, teacher training, counselling and school operations. This phase taught me: People management and communication. Decision-making in dynamic environments. Creative problem-solving with limited resources. The heart of education is impact. And making that impact required me to constantly ask: What’s working? What’s not? How can we improve? Chapter 2: Pivot to Data Analytics My curiosity for insights and improvement naturally led me to Data Analytics. I took a deep d...

In today's digital age, where content creation and personal branding have become a full-time career for many, the line between public engagement and personal invasion is slowly disappearing. This blog is not about calling someone out but about calling out a behaviour that is becoming alarmingly normalized. Over the past year, I have experienced repeated instances of indirect online harassment and personal targeting by a woman who is both a digital marketer and a social media influencer with over 9,000 followers. While her profile reflects content creation, beauty and lifestyle, several of her posts eerily resemble events and personal aspects of my own life, details that should never have been public, let alone be used as content. This isn’t the first time I’ve had to deal with this behavior. I’ve taken steps in the past, including filing a Non-Cognizable (NC) complaint and reporting her to Instagram’s security team, hoping that it would put an end to the psychological stress. U...