
Wellness Resources

We know you are hearing a lot of stories in the news about what is going on, and that can exacerbate existing anxiety and stress. For the latest COVID-19 updates, we encourage you to look directly at the CDC website for the latest information.
If you have any other resources you think might be beneficial regarding the mental health & wellness of our corps members and alumni, please email Kalle (kalle.davis@teachforamerica.org). We will continue to provide resources as we compile them.
Sending you all love right now,​
MATL Staff

Staying Physically Healthy
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Washing your hands for twenty seconds is a great time to center yourself and cultivate goodwill to others. Here's how: Wash Your Hands and Meditate at the Same Time (1:58)
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Peloton knows people are stuck at home, so it’s now offering new subscribers a 90-day trial, rather than 30 days, to its app. The app doesn’t require people to own a Peloton-branded treadmill or bike to participate. Free 90 day Peloton (you don’t need the bike!)
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How to continue to exercise from your own home: 10 Ways to Exercise at Home Without Any Equipment

Staying Emotionally & Mentally Healthy
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Audio wellness app Simple Habit launches an entire collection of free guided meditations designed to ease Coronavirus fears.
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1 year FREE subscription to headspace (enroll here)
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MasterClass is donating an All-Access Pass from MasterClass (a $180 value) to each TFA teacher (alumni or corps member). (enroll here)
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Text support available for all your emotional needs. Free for TFA CMs. Text "LEAD" to 741741 to talk to crisis counselors
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Deter burnout and handle trauma in the most effective way possible. This training also comes with self-care tips/advice and resources for trauma response
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An article that differentiates between self-reliance and true self-care

Creating Routine
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Tips here on how to maximize the time you have working from home Staying on Task during COVID-19: 5 actionable steps
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A podcast with info on how to reduce your likelihood of contracting COVID The Daily: Learning to Live with the Coronavirus
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How to establish a daily routine to become your best self (this is obviously going to be different looking from your typical routine, but creation of routine is key).