Feeling overwhelmed with no words to express it? That's the reality for countless educators across America. Unlike the restaurant industry where saying "I'm blown" triggers immediate support, educators hide their struggles, compounding their suffering in silence.

Dr. Patrice Buckner Jackson (PBJ) addresses this critical disconnect in today's powerful episode. Drawing from her dissertation research on crisis response, she reveals how educational institutions excel at creating emergency plans for students but have no protocols for supporting overwhelmed faculty and staff. She shares compelling stories about managing hurricane crises—both with and without proper planning—highlighting how preparation creates confidence even when unexpected variables arise.

The most valuable takeaway? Communication remains the cornerstone of effective crisis management. When Augusta, Georgia faced unexpected hurricane damage, PBJ observed how city officials maintained communication channels even when they had no updates, providing residents with peace amidst chaos. This same principle applies to managing burnout in education—open, consistent communication prevents people from filling information gaps with fear-driven narratives.

Ready to create a crisis plan for your educational team? PBJ guides you through identifying what you can control, what you can influence, and what you must accept. She emphasizes engaging your team in developing solutions, leveraging their expertise while building trust. The STOP plan offers practical micro-breaks that create sustainable rhythms of rest without requiring extended sabbaticals.

Don't wait until your educational team is completely burnt out. Download the STOP plan today and begin implementing micro-breaks that allow for revival while serving. Remember, you already possess the strategic skills to create effective crisis plans—it's time to apply them to the burnout crisis facing education today.

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