Adrian Bethune @adrianbethune.bsky.social · 27/06/2026Just buy the bloody book!! 🤣 amzn.eu/d/09TX2EYV 020
Adrian Bethune @adrianbethune.bsky.social · 24/06/2026Our new book is out today. Questions on Teacher Wellbeing. It's aimed at supporting Early Career Teachers and is full of wise, practical advice from excellent contributors! www.amazon.co.uk/Questions-Te... 010
Adrian Bethune @adrianbethune.bsky.social · 14/05/2026Ever heard of Parkinson's Law? It stipulates that work expands to fill the time available. It means we need to develop really clear boundaries for work and non work, otherwise work will always spill over into the time that is available. #StressBites #Teachappy 041
Adrian Bethune @adrianbethune.bsky.social · 13/05/2026We need to upskill our children in terms of digital literacy but that doesn't mean we need to give them a smartphone! It means we can supervise & facilitate them using digital tech with us, having conversations about how to navigate life online in a healthy way. With Dr Martha Deiros Collado 001
Adrian Bethune @adrianbethune.bsky.social · 11/05/2026Authors like Jonathan Haidt argues that social media is driving the mental health crisis in teenagers but many, many others disagree with him. I interviewed Dr Martha Deiros Collado, author of The Smartphone Solution to hear her thoughts. Full interview at wwww.teachappy.co.uk 030
Adrian Bethune @adrianbethune.bsky.social · 06/05/2026When you are anxious about a performance-related task, it can really help to tell yourself 'I am excited'. This is known as anxiety reappraisal & it has been studied by Dr Alison Brooks . Studies show that reframing nerves as excitement improves our performance. #StressBites #stress #Teachappy 010
Adrian Bethune @adrianbethune.bsky.social · 20/04/2026It may be beneficial to view stress more positively. Stress experts believe it pays to do so. What do you think? #StressBites #Teachappy 110
Adrian Bethune @adrianbethune.bsky.social · 28/03/2026Should there be a social media bans for U16s in the UK? It's a question I asked @peteetchells. Here is a clip of our conversation. What do you think about a possible ban for U16s? Full interview www.teachappy.co.uk/post/childre... #teachappy 010
Adrian Bethune @adrianbethune.bsky.social · 27/03/2026Kids under 5 should be limited to 1hr of screen time a day, while under-2s should not be watching screens alone, according to new govt guidance today. My interview with @peteetchells delves into the science behind screen use & children's wellbeing. www.teachappy.co.uk/post/childre... #Teachappy 110
Adrian Bethune @adrianbethune.bsky.social · 16/10/2025It's the 5 year book birthday of A Little Guide to Teacher Wellbeing and Self-Care!!! @thosethatcan and I are super proud of our Little book and thankful to everyone who has bought it for themselves or a friend. 🙏🏽 🛒 amzn.eu/d/aCoKt8g 032
Adrian Bethune @adrianbethune.bsky.social · 10/09/2025⚠️ NEW BLOG ⚠️ We start the new academic year with the best of intentions in terms of looking after ourselves but we quickly resort to old, unhelpful habits. Here's how to find the motivation when you can't be arsed teachappy.co.uk/post/how-to-be… #Teachappy #motivation #wellbeing 121
Adrian Bethune @adrianbethune.bsky.social · 08/06/2025Anyway, those are my train journey musings. If you want a link to the research, most studies are cited in my book. Make of my musings what you will. 😎 1313
Adrian Bethune @adrianbethune.bsky.social · 08/06/2025Also, pretty much all of the longest studies on human happiness point to the fact that our close personal relationships are the strongest protective factor of our physical and mental health and the biggest contributors to our wellbeing. 1230
Adrian Bethune @adrianbethune.bsky.social · 20/05/2025Bluesky, prove me wrong - that there are actually people on this site! The next Wellbeing In The Primary Classroom CPD day is in London on Friday 13th June. Learn practical strategies for improving wellbeing in schools. Only a few places left! More info: www.teachappy.co.uk/teachappy-cpd-day 1118
Adrian Bethune @adrianbethune.bsky.social · 01/05/2025It was great hosting @laurahallain.bsky.social at Broughton Community Schools today. "Don't let what you can't do stand in the way of what you can do". Children were buzzing and so inspired! 030
Adrian Bethune @adrianbethune.bsky.social · 10/04/2025Reading The Balanced Brain by @camillanord.bsky.social and finding it fascinating 😀 141
Adrian Bethune @adrianbethune.bsky.social · 22/03/2025Well, this is a nice surprise. Popped back onto the best sellers #1 spot. Been a while 😎 If you haven't got a copy yet, or you know a teacher who might like one, you know where to get yours... @thosethatcan.bsky.social 011
Adrian Bethune @adrianbethune.bsky.social · 04/03/2025BBC putting me right off my sugar and lemon pancakes. Could only manage 5 after reading this... 020
Adrian Bethune @adrianbethune.bsky.social · 02/03/202510 Ideas To Create a Happy Classroom Download yours for free here www.teachappy.co.uk/resources-an... 021
Adrian Bethune @adrianbethune.bsky.social · 26/02/2025Play is not a frivolous thing - it's a source of joy and a path to mastery. @adamgrant.bsky.social 094
Adrian Bethune @adrianbethune.bsky.social · 10/01/2025'It's important to weave your parachute every day, rather than leaving it to the time you jump out of the plane" - Jon Kabat Zinn. It's important we weave healthy habits into our morning routines to prepare us for the day ahead. One of mine is my dog walk. What's one of yours? #Teachappy 241
Adrian Bethune @adrianbethune.bsky.social · 25/12/2024New books! My wife knows me too well. Merry Christmas ya filthy animals! #Teachappy 040
Adrian Bethune @adrianbethune.bsky.social · 10/12/2024How To Be A Happier Teacher - A Manifesto #Teachappy 010
Adrian Bethune @adrianbethune.bsky.social · 26/11/2024In London for an event hosted by The Mindfulness Initiative at Palace of Westminster this evening. Exploring what role Mindfulness can play in education. #Mindfulness #education 150
Adrian Bethune @adrianbethune.bsky.social · 19/11/2024This is Dash. He's 1. Today he learned what snow is. He likes snow. The end. 1212
Adrian Bethune @adrianbethune.bsky.social · 19/11/2024Nothing like waking up to snow and taking a stroll in my garden and looking back at the house. 190
Adrian Bethune @adrianbethune.bsky.social · 13/11/2024I delivered 2 webinars today to international teachers in the UAE, South Africa & beyond. All around the Oxford International Curriculum for Wellbeing which is aimed at students but teachers learn the principles first, try out the techniques themselves, before then teaching to children. #Wellbeing 031