We have all been there. Operating from a place where we just put one foot in front of the other and force ourselves to keep moving forward. There are times in work when things have lost their shine, the passion is waning and it feels like a grind. Not every day can be roses and sunshine and sometimes surviving is a space we sit in briefly.

Our mindset matters…hugely. It shapes how we experience the world and interact with it and others. One element of mindset is our ability to assume a position of generosity over scarcity.

Collaboration is the cornerstone of progress, innovation, and success in both our personal and professional lives. It's the fuel that powers teamwork, enables creative problem-solving, and builds stronger relationships. However, finding the sweet spot of collaboration isn't always easy. Too much collaboration can lead to inefficiency and burnout, while too little can stifle growth and innovation. Navigating the sweet spot begins with awareness and honest reflection to determine whether what you call collaboration, actually is just that.

As educators and school leaders, we deal with many challenges daily. It's not just about teaching the subjects and running classrooms – it's also about understanding and handling our emotions and those of our students. Emotional intelligence (EI) is now considered a vital skill for educators and educational leaders.

As someone deeply entrenched in the field of education, I've come to realise that understanding and managing emotions, both our own and those of the people around us, can have a profound impact on the learning environment. EI has emerged as an indispensable skill set for educators and educational leaders.

Welcome to the last term of 2023. The term that’s not just about getting to the end of what for many has been a busy year, it’s also about celebrating successes and planning for the next year and beyond.

This edition looks into the mahi the Momentum team have been doing over the past few months and a couple of great reading suggestions for you.