With longer days and renewed energy, April is the time to spring clean your thoughts
and reignite your motivation. This session will explore mental decluttering, motivation
blocks, and rekindling your passion.

Learning Objectives:

? Explore the role of mindset in motivation and engagement.
? Learn practical strategies for mental decluttering.
? Reconnect with your “why” as an SNA.

Facilitator Bio:
Magdalena has over 8 years of experience working as a Special Needs Assistant in
a primary school in Co. Limerick, supporting children with additional needs. She is
the Editor and Publisher of AMYGDALA – the First National Magazine for SNAs.
Magdalena graduated from UCD after completing the National Training Programme
for SNAs and earning a Certificate in Inclusive School Support. With a teaching
background from Poland, she expanded her expertise by graduating in May 2024
from Trinity College Dublin with a Postgraduate Level 9 qualification in 21st Century
Teaching and Learning. Recently, she completed her Masters in Inclusive Education
and SEN and is awaiting the results. Magdalena is running an Instagram page called
@sna_zone where she provides valuable resources for SNAs and educators.
Magdalena is passionate about sharing her knowledge and experience with fellow
SNAs. She is deeply passionate about advocating for children's rights every day and
embraces everything about inclusive education.