I took a mental health day today.
It was not my first and will not be my last
and it helped.
If felt wise to claim it when I did
at 6am
underslept, overwhelmed, stretched thin.
To recognize that my mental equilibrium
may require down time
in the midst of everything.
It’s time to restart. Shut down,
wait,
begin again.
There, that’s better.
edifiedlistener 
Kudos for prioritizing mental equilibrium. Wish you well this week!
Good for you! I hope this gives you the reset you needed!
I am a firm believer in mental health days. People in education give, give, give. Some students/parents/colleagues need, need need or take take take. I hope you manage to find that equilibrium.
A good reminder to all educators. Finding that equilibrium is a priority. Thanks for the reminder!
I hope you enjoyed every minute of your mental health day, Sherri. Sounds like it will make the weekend even better.