It’s that time of year again.
The bit between half term and Christmas — when coughs, colds, and viruses seem to sweep through schools (it even got me!).
You’re probably feeling it too:
More staff are off sick.
More cover to find.
More pressure on the people still standing.
And while most absences are completely genuine, it can still feel frustrating and exhausting — especially when you’re already running on fumes.
That’s why this week’s short video is all about how to stay calm and in control when sickness starts to creep up.
I share one simple tool that helps you:
- Replace frustration with clarity
- Spot real patterns beneath the noise
- Find smarter, fairer ways to respond
It’s practical, quick — and it works.
Here’s to responding with analysis, not emotion,
Sonia ❤️
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