Back to Zero Weekly: Grace for the Moment You Didn't Get Right
Jan 19, 2026
Welcome to Back to Zero Weekly: Big Emotions, Simple Strategies.
Each week, get one quick, actionable strategy to help you manage emotions, build self-awareness, and strengthen your relationship with yourself and others, creating greater space for joy.
Grace for the Moment You Didn't Get Right
Let me start by saying you are human. You will have moments where your reactions don’t reflect who you strive to be. In these moments remember this:
Self-blame keeps you stuck.
Grace moves you forward.
This is not to suggest that you don't take accountability. Accountability and repair begins with forgiveness, reflection, and a willingness to try again.
Strategy for the Week: At the end of each day, acknowlege one moment you would handle differently next time. What did you learn about yourself? What would you do differently in the same situation? Instead of spiraling into thoughts of regret, receive it as an opportunity for growth.
Give yourself grace.
Love, Dr. Joy
Be sure to explore my books, Back to Zero and Joy Works: 8 Lessons for Educators, to support you in transforming your own approach to personal growth through empathy, consistency, and connection.
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