Sydney Jackier

Special Education Teacher or any area within Special Education

University of Michigan or Northwestern University

When I have free time, one of my favorite things to do is cozy up, maybe call some friends, get some good food, and put on a movie. When people talk about self-care, it is relative to what soothes or relaxes them. For me, that is the epitome of relaxation; giving my brain and body a break while rewarding myself simultaneously. Despite having been called a grandma from time to time, I also enjoy playing mobile games. My current favorites are Sudoku, Word Cookies, and Lumosity. I enjoy brain games like these because they keep my mind focused on one thing at a time. In my everyday life, I have a habit of planning while focusing on all of them simultaneously. Skills games like these help me fixate on the challenge at hand, even if that means simply putting numbers in boxes. Another hobby of mine is listening to music. I bring my headphones with me wherever I go. I enjoy going on walks while either listening to podcasts or new types of music. If you see me on the sidewalk and ask me what I'm listening to, my answer will be different every time. I spend a cumulative about 4 hours a day listening to music while I do homework, walking to or from classes, and when I am at the gym. My current favorite artists are Michael Bublé, Taylor Swift, Alvaro Soler, and Stray Kids. I enjoy doing things in my free time to either challenge me or to help me relax.