Educate & Rejuvenate: The Podcast

Have you ever wondered about life coaching? If you answered yes then this episode is for you! On today’s show we're diving into a Wife Teacher Mommy life coaching that is all about self care for moms.We are pulling out a coaching call from the archives of the Club all about self care for moms. This coaching call is from February of 2023 and it is actually the FIRST call I did as a coach inside Wife Teacher Mommy Club! So most of our listeners have probably NOT heard this call yet.I also got PERMISSION to leave one of the actual coaching clips in this call- which I'm super excited about. My adorable SISTER came on for coaching during this call and gave me the okay to include it in the podcast.Funny story- my team didn't even know she was my sister when I was coaching her- and I totally kept my cool as a coach even though I wanted to say "Wait! You're doing an audition again and you didn't tell me?!" It was a memorable first coaching call.The timing of this episode is perfect. Self-care is a big part of SELF LOVE. And our SELF LOVE challenge on the podcast is going to begin NEXT WEEK.The plan for the Self Love Challenge is that every day for 2 weeks in the month of February, I'm going to have a short episode for you with a daily coaching on self care and something for you to think about or a challenge to do. And as you go through each day, you'll learn so much about yourself and how you can show yourself love in so many different ways. You'll also understand how and why this is so important. You’re going to want to sign up here: wifeteachermommy.com/selfcarechallenge to get the full experience.BUT, for today, you'll get to enjoy this amazing coaching on self care. You won't want to miss it!Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/self-care-for-moms/Resources mentioned:Join the Wife Teacher Mommy Club!Self Care ChallengeWife Teacher Mommy: Mentioned on Podcast Amazon List 

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Are you excited for 2024? We're just over a week into the New Year and I am really excited. We're getting ready for our Vision Board Challenge right now and have so much inspiration for you to help in your teacher life.Another way we're sharing inspiration is through our podcast. If you're reading this or listening to our podcast, you're a fan of podcasts too. Today's episode is all about finding inspiration in podcasts. I'm sharing the top 5 teacher podcasts of 2024!On today's episode, I'm sharing 5 of my top teacher podcasts that will help you in your teacher life and give you inspiration. We're diving into podcasts that I love that will help you stay motivated and inspired throughout 2024.Here is a list of the podcasts I mention along with an episode I recommend you listen to:The Literacy Lounge - Episode 1: Reading Consumption vs. Reading ComprehensionThe Literacy Dive - Episode 144: Boost Daily Reading and Writing Excitement with This Spontaneous RoutineTeacher Approved- Episode 35: 5 Ways to Increase Student Engagement - Our Secret Weapon for TeachersThe Resilliant Teacher Podcast- Episode 74: Teacher Workload or Workaholism: What's the Real Issue?Wife Teacher Mommy: The Podcast- Episode 65: How to Be Confident as a TeacherI love podcasts and I especially love teacher centered podcasts. They are an amazing way to get productive ideas and inspiration while we’re doing errands, driving, working out and more. Be sure to save and follow these incredible podcasts that I share. You do not want to miss these top 5 teacher podcasts.Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/top-5-teacher-podcasts/Resources mentioned:The Literacy Lounge - Episode 1: Reading Consumption vs. Reading ComprehensionThe Literacy Dive - Episode 144: Boost Daily Reading and Writing Excitement with This Spontaneous RoutineTeacher Approved- Episode 35: 5 Ways to Increase Student Engagement - Our Secret Weapon for TeachersThe Resilliant Teacher Podcast- Episode 74: Teacher Workload or Workaholism: What's the Real Issue?Second Story Window FreebieThe Literacy Dive SamplerThe Literacy LoungeThe Resilient Teacher PodcastWife Teacher Mommy ClubWife Teacher Mommy: Mentioned on Podcast Amazon List Attend the Wife Teacher Mommy Mindset MasterclassJoin Wife Teacher Mommy Club. Follow her on Instagram @wifeteachermommy.Join our Facebook group: Wife Teacher Mommies Unite.Follow on Pinterest for more helpful resources.

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We're getting closer to Christmas for those of you who celebrate… can you believe it? December has just been flying by! I hope you get some time to rest this holiday break and that this podcast can help you feel like you have the support you need during this time.To celebrate this event, I've been having some of the speakers on the podcast to give you a taste of just how awesome they are. We have the amazing Brittany Blackwell from The Resilient Teacher Podcast co-hosting the podcast today and she's talking all about Chat GPT and teacher burnout prevention. This episode was originally aired on her show The Resilient Teacher Podcast.Brittany Blackwell, M.Ed. is an award-winning special educator, podcast host of "The Resilient Teacher Podcast", and teacher resilience strategist from South Carolina with over ten years of experience working with elementary and middle school classrooms.  Brittany is no stranger to teacher burnout and has a passion for empowering teachers and educational leaders to prioritize their mental health and develop stress management and self-care skills for teachers.In this episode, Brittany breaks down the potential of AI in helping teachers prevent burnout and gives actionable tips avoiding burnout as a teacher. She also dives into the significance of prioritizing yourself in order to have the energy and mindset to support others.A lot of us have felt nervous feelings about AI and things such as plagiarism, lack of creativity, etc. She talks about different ways we can think of AI to put our mind at ease with some of these things- and I love that she took some time to talk about the mindset behind all of this before diving into the tips because as you know if you listen here often, I love talking about the mindset behind things as well as it really impacts the benefits we get out of anything.And if you love what you hear in this episode, you'll get even MORE at Winter E&R. She's doing a brand new presentation for the first time with us live on December 28, you'll get to ask your questions, interact, and more! Go to www.educateandrejuvenate.com to get access today!Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/teacher-burnout-prevention/

I am super excited that our Winter Educate & Rejuvenate event is coming up. These Educate and Rejuvenate events are one of my favorite things we offer at Wife Teacher Mommy. Whether you've been to one of our past events or still haven't made it to one, it is an amazing, inspirational event you DO NOT want to miss.On today's episode, I break down how the day will go in order during our Winter E&R event so everyone on the podcast will get a little taste of the goodness that is about to happen and understand what exactly is going to happen at the event. Along breaking down the event for you, I play some WISDOM from each of our guests from Winter E&R with a little snippet from past interviews. You'll hear from Chrissy Nichols, Kayla Jules, Brittany Blackwell and more! There's so much inspiration in this one episode.Most of the clips I play come from a PREVIOUS episode on the podcast, so if you want more to listen to as you're wrapping gifts or running holiday errands, I'll mention the episodes each of these guests are featured in and you can find a list of the mentioned episodes below.You'll hear some solid advice, tips, and inspiration from this episode as well as a fun peek behind the scenes of how our Winter Educate and Rejuvenate will unfold.And if you're looking for some extra teacher support, be sure to check out Wife Teacher Mommy Club and our upcoming Winter Educate and Rejuvenate event. I'd love for you to JOIN US at our Winter Educate and Rejuvenate event! You'll get to learn the coaching tools and strategies that Hannah and I discussed on the show, plus enjoy a yoga/meditation with Lizzie Langston, a Comedy Keynote with Kayla Jules, and how to simplify your life with AI with Brittany Blackwell.It's going to be an awesome time- go to educateandrejuvenate.com to learn more- you'll get a one-month trial of the club to join us at the event. And if it's past December 2023, you can still join us in the Club and attend any future events! Go to wifeteachermommy.com/club to learn more. Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/educate-and-rejuvenate/Resources mentioned:Winter Educate and RejuvenateHOW TO BE AN EFFECTIVE TEACHER BY TAKING CARE OF YOURSELF WITH LIZZIE LANGSTON [EPISODE 43]The Postpartum Coach PodcastSelf Care, Laughter & Community with Kayla Jules [episode 114]STRESS MANAGEMENT FOR TEACHERS: UNDERSTANDING THE STRESS CYCLE WITH BRITTANY BLACKWELL [EPISODE 54]LET’S TALK TEACHER SELF CARE WITH BRITTANY BLACKWELL [EPISODE 95]GET TO KNOW YOUR TEACHER LIFE COACHES (KELSEY & CHRISSY) [EPISODE 76]SELF DEVELOPMENT FOR HOMESCHOOL MOMS WITH BONNIE WISCOMBE [EPISODE 72]Join the Wife Teacher Mommy Club!Wife Teacher Mommy: Mentioned on Podcast Amazon List 

Have you ever experienced a teacher slump? Whether you're a veteran teacher or new to teaching, I'm sure you've experienced some kind of slump that's left you feeling disenchanted with teaching. We're addressing how to overcome a teacher slump to find your best teacher life on today's episode.On today's special episode, you'll get to hear from veteran teacher and Wife Teacher Mommy community member, Hannah Guajardo and hear all about her experience during a veteran teacher slump, and how she got out of it. Hannah began her professional career as a special education teacher 18 years ago Hannah taught middle school as a special education inclusion teacher for 14 years.  She is now in her 4th year of teaching inclusion at an elementary school in the large school district she grew up in right outside of Dallas, Texas.Hannah joined the Wife Teacher Mommy community during the 2023 Summer Educate and Rejuvenate. It's so amazing how far she has come since then.During this episode, Hannah shares her own experience and provides valuable tips on how to overcome overcome a slump as a teacher. She emphasizes the importance of having compassion and empathy for ourselves and others. Whether you're a veteran teacher, or new to teaching, you can still learn some awesome things from this episode to help you grow and learn as a teacher. Don't miss it!And if you're looking for some extra teacher support, be sure to check out Wife Teacher Mommy Club and our upcoming Winter Educate and Rejuvenate event. I'd love for you to JOIN US at our Winter Educate and Rejuvenate event! You'll get to learn the coaching tools and strategies that Hannah and I talked about on the show, plus enjoy a yoga/meditation with Lizzie Langston, Comedy Keynote with Kayla Jules, and how to simplify your life with AI with Brittany Blackwell.It's going to be an awesome time- go to educateandrejuvenate.com to learn more- you'll get a one month trial of the club to join us at the event. And if it's past December 2023, you can still join us in the Club and attend any future events! Go to wifeteachermommy.com/club to learn more. Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/teacher-slump/In this episode on overcoming a teacher slump, we discuss:What a teacher slump is and how you can learn to overcome itHow Hannah overcame her veteran teacher slumpThe importance of finding compassion and empathy for ourselves and othersWhy it's important to have a support system in placeStrategies for addressing lows you may come across in your careerThe importance of support from the teacher communityFinding fulfillment in teachingResources mentioned:Winter Educate and RejuvenateHuman Connection VideoJoin the Wife Teacher Mommy Club!Wife Teacher Mommy: Mentioned on Podcast Amazon List Attend the Wife Teacher Mommy Mindset MasterclassJoin Wife Teacher Mommy Club. Follow her on Instagram @wifeteachermommy.Join our Facebook group: Wife Teacher Mommies Unite.Follow on Pinterest for more helpful resources.

With the holiday season in full swing, it's easy to get caught up in the rush and forget about taking care of your self. Today's episode is a reminder to slow down. We're talking all about self care, laugher and community with special guest, Kayla Jules.Kayla Jules is a fourth-year, 5th-grade teacher in Texas. Kayla enjoys teaching so much that she shares her love and favorite funny moments on social media. While in the classroom, she is currently a Master’s student at her alma mater, Texas Tech, pursuing a degree in Education Policy.She is the Civic Engagement Ambassador for her school, a mentor to teachers and college students, and a part of the Legislative Leadership Committee in her district. With this experience, she hopes to one day work for a non-profit that advocates for students and teachers.From kids sneezing all over to dancing Tik Toks, we talk all things teacher laughs as well as self care, mental health, and the importance of community, we're answering all of these questions and so much more.Along with being today's podcast guest, Kayla will be a special comedy keynote speaker at our upcoming Winter Educate and Rejuvenate.Kayla will be doing a comedy keynote with some light-hearted stories from the classroom. She will bring realness and humor to her session that all teachers & homeschool will find relatable.Get a sneak peek of what Kayla will be sharing at Winter Educate and Rejuvenate on today's special episode. And don't forget to register for Winter Educate and Rejuvenate!Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/self-care/Key points on self care, laughter and community with Kayla Jules:What Kayla will be talking about at Winter Educate and RejuvenateWhy self-care should be integrated into your everyday life and the classroomThe importance of laughter as a teacherWhy it is import to be engaged with you communityWhat Winter Educate and Rejuvenate isHow collaboration and sharing perspectives among educators can lead to improving self-care practices

Hey friend! I hope you're having a good week and were able to enjoy Thanksgiving with your family and loved ones!I am SO PUMPED about today's episode. This week was GOING to be an interview with an amazing life coach and DOCTOR who has been part of scholarly research studies that prove that what we do as certified coaches with our work really works and changes lives. BUT, she had to reschedule to another time, which is totally fine- and this actually makes this super special because but today you're going to get to see what it's like to listen to coaching on the private podcast.This special episode is an AMAZING coaching call that happened inside Wife Teacher Mommy Club and it is all about how to master the self coaching model!This coaching call was recorded on October 18th and I chose this model mastery call because we had some really awesome breakthroughs in this call and it's going to give you a much deeper understanding of the mindset model that we use. The self coaching model is the whole focus of this call. I also chose it because on this call it doesn't involve any actual coaching- a lot of times we'll have people raise their hand and come on to be coached and it's amazing and incredible BUT I also see it as a truly sacred work and we keep those calls inside the club since they are a bit more vulnerable at times for our members. But this will give you an awesome taste at what the workshop style calls in the club are like and what it would be like to be able to subscribe to the additional Wife Teacher Mommy CLUB private podcast.If you enjoy what you hear on this coaching call - I'd love for you to either be able to JOIN ME and engage with me on the chat in the next one- or if you just want more of this, if you want another Wife Teacher Mommy podcast to listen to where you get to dive in deeper and listen to coaching- head over to the link in the show notes or go to wifeteachermommy.com/club/ to learn more about how you can join us.Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/self-coaching-model/Key points on how to master the self coaching model:A brief overview of what life coaching is and how it can help with all aspects of your lifeWhat the self coaching model is and how you can apply it to your lifeHow everyone can get what they want out of life coachingThe most powerful result or change is through a personal mindset shift How Wife Teacher Mommy Club can help you as your teacher life coaches

Hey friend! We have a very special episode for you today. Not only is this episode about how to handle the winter blues, but it is the first time we have ever recorded an episode LIVE!This episode was recorded live with more than 50 teacher friends watching. It was such a fun process recording this episode and I'm sure we'll do another episode like this. With the holidays in full swing and winter approaching fast, this episode is all about how to handle and bust the winter blues. We wanted to share tips on how to respond to that low feeling we all can experience when winter comes.We dive into ways we can best handle the winter blues. One of those ways is to acknowledge our circumstances and recognize what we have control over and what we don't have control over.There are some things we simply DO NOT have control over during the winter season:The WeatherAmount of Daylight HoursLower Serotonin from Daylight HoursWhile there are things we do not have control of during winter, there are things that we do have control over. We discuss these tips on today's episode and how to best take control during winter. Some of those ways are:Whether or not we complete a stress cycle if we are in oneWhat we do with our emotionsHow we think about situations, how we treat ourselves, whether we accommodate the season rather than trying to BUST or PUSH THROUGH- allowing it to be a little SOFTER if it needs to be Parts of our environment we can controlLight Therapy for example can really help with winter blues. Exposure to bright light, particularly in the morning, can help regulate the body's internal clock and improve mood. OR what can we do to make this season more EXCITING? Maybe instead of sitting around playing iPads on the weekend and thinking it’s too cold, there’s nothing we can do, bundle up and go sledding! I share my insight on how to bust the winter blues as well as hear from members of the Wife Teacher Mommy community watching the episode live. There is so much insight and advice in this one episode! You do not want to miss this special, one of a kind episode!Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/winter-blues/Key points on how to handle the winter blues:What winter blues areHow to process and complete a stress cycle if we are in oneWhat we do with our emotions if we need to bust winter bluesThe benefits of light therapy during winter monthsWhy we should be intentional with our OVERALL planning during this time of yearHow lowering exceptions for you and your students can lower your holiday stress levelAttend the Wife Teacher Mommy Mindset MasterclassJoin Wife Teacher Mommy Club. Follow her on Instagram @wifeteachermommy.Join our Facebook group: Wife Teacher Mommies Unite.Follow on Pinterest for more helpful resources.

If you work with humans, you work with trauma. There's no avoiding it- as most of us have experienced some kind of trauma in our lives. That's why it is important for us to talk about trauma and understand trauma. On today's episode I'm talking with trauma-informed life coach Lindsay Poelman about what all of us should know about trauma and how we can improve our life by understanding trauma better.Lindsay Poelman is a Facilitator for Trauma-Informed Coaches. Lindsay has worked with women in trauma for over 5 years and she now trains coaches to do the same—so that they too can provide the deep and safe healing possible for clients across the board who have experienced trauma.She currently runs an Advanced Relationship Trauma Certification Program for Coaches with a curriculum she put together with a Trauma Therapist. Lindsay has a vision of the whole world being trauma-informed in order to better support personal healing.On this episode we dive into how understanding the nervous system AND our trauma goes hand in hand. We discuss the benefit of understanding how both our mindset AND our body plays into burnout, overwhelm, self judgment, and shame- learn to work WITH our Body, not Master it. We discuss how thoughts are informers not errors. By better understanding our thoughts, we can better understand our trauma and be informed on how to improve our mindset and situation. Lindsay explains the purpose and importance of having a trauma-informed mindset and all the benefits we can bring into our life by understanding our traumas.With Lindsay's experience and expert background knowledge and experience with trauma, she gives a professional perspective on trauma, our responses to trauma and the benefits of having a trauma-informed mindset.This episode is full of information and actionable tips that will help improve your life and understand trauma. You do not want to miss it!Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/trauma/Key points we discuss about trauma:How to better understand trauma and the role it plays in our livesWhy it's important to understand trauma and process your own traumaWhat a trauma-informed mindset is and why it is importantActionable tips to help you process and better understand traumaHow understanding trauma can help you personally and in every other aspect of your lifeAttend the Wife Teacher Mommy Mindset MasterclassJoin Wife Teacher Mommy Club. Follow her on Instagram @wifeteachermommy.Join our Facebook group: Wife Teacher Mommies Unite.Follow on Pinterest for more helpful resources.

Do you ever feel like you're anxious all the time or have a hard time changing your thoughts? It could be that your nervous system is dysregulated. Today we're talking with Leah Davidson to help you get to know your nervous system, why it's important, how it works, and how this knowledge can help you personally and in every other aspect of your life- including the children that you teach.Leah Davidson is a registered Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) and a certified Life Coach (through the Life Coach School). She has devoted over two decades as an SLP to helping people rehabilitate and rebuild their lives following traumatic brain injury. With Leah's expert background knowledge of the nervous system, she gives a professional perspective on how the nervous system works and how understanding how the nervous system works can impact your teaching.One of the aspects we dive into is neuroplasticity. Neuroplasticity is very real – and by understanding it you can rewire your brain. Neuroplasticity is the ability of neural networks in the brain to change through growth and reorganization. By doing this you can better understand your nervous system and deal with stress, adversity and heal your traumas.After listening to my conversation with Leah, you’ll know better understand your nervous system and how to use your understanding of the nervous system to improve your teaching and life.Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/nervous-systemKey points we discuss about your nervous system:How to get to know your nervous systemWhy it's important to understand your nervous systemHow the nervous system worksWhat to do when your nervous system is dysregulatedHow understanding your nervous system can help you personally and in every other aspect of your lifeResources mentioned:Wife Teacher Mommy Club!Mindset MasterclassLeah Davidson WebsiteLeah Davidson InstagramLeah Davidson PodcastThe 30 Second Solution to BurnoutAdvanced Training in Nervous System ResilienceWife Teacher Mommy: Mentioned on Podcast Amazon List Attend the Wife Teacher Mommy Mindset MasterclassJoin Wife Teacher Mommy Club. Follow her on Instagram @wifeteachermommy.Join our Facebook group: Wife Teacher Mommies Unite.Follow on Pinterest for more helpful resources.

It is about that time in the school year when you may start feeling in a rut. Maybe things aren't going quite according to plan, some goal progress has halted, and your schedule isn't quite what you'd like.Today we're talking about what to do when you had goals, or you created a schedule for yourself, but you're just finding yourself in a rut or feeling "stuck" without progress. Let's talk about it!Are you feeling stuck? Maybe you're saying "I want to enjoy teaching" or "I want to have more balance in my life" but there's something stopping you from getting to where you want to be or keeping you in a rut. We're diving into what to do when you feel stuck.We discuss why you should give yourself grace and how that can help you get unstuck if you feel like you're in a rut. We also dive into the importance of checking in with yourself if you are regulated or activated and the questions you can ask yourself to recalibrate.Is your school year not going as planned? I offer actionable tips on how to recalibrate & rebuild your schedule and/or plan for your goals that will work RIGHT NOW.These are just a few of the concepts we go over on today's podcast. If you're feeling stuck or need a helpful boost to get clearer about what you really want, you'll want to listen to today's podcast! And last thing! YOU'RE INVITED TO MY BIRTHDAY PARTY! I'm so excited. For my birthday party I'm putting on a workshop to help you in all things thought work and teaching.At this workshop, we're going to look at both your goals and your overall schedule/life. I'm going to share my science-backed goal setting process. and walk through it together to create your "ideal week"ALSO, we're going to give away some REALLY FUN prizes, such as a rolling cart, collapsible bins, and a YEAR of Wife Teacher Mommy Club to 3 people who attend live! Plus more surprises and fun- it is my BIRTHDAY PARTY, after all. Can't wait to see you thereHead over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/feel-stuckKey points on what to do when you feel stuck:Why you should have lots of grace with yourselfHow to get clarity around what you're stuck about and why you're feeling this wayHow to process emotions and how to tame themWhy you should check in with yourself if you are regulated or activatedWhat a "thought download" is and how it can help you get unstuckAnd more!Attend the Wife Teacher Mommy Mindset MasterclassJoin Wife Teacher Mommy Club. Follow her on Instagram @wifeteachermommy.Join our Facebook group: Wife Teacher Mommies Unite.Follow on Pinterest for more helpful resources.

Today we're continuing the conversation we started last week about cognitive distortions. Today we're diving into 3 more cognitive distortions. We're talking all about how we as people jump to conclusions- and how you might be doing it more than you think!Today we're going to learn about another cognitive distortion - and this one is divided into 2 other types that fall under the umbrella as well for a total of 3 types of "jumping to conclusions"What are Cognitive Distortions?According to the Cambridge dictionary, the term “cognitive” means “relating to or involving the processes of thinking and reasoning” and “distortions” means “a change to the intended or true meaning of something”. Therefore, cognitive distortions are irrational or biased thought patterns that lead to negative emotions and behavior. Jumping to Conclusions:"Jumping to Conclusions" means that we guess the facts of the situation without having enough information. To explain this further, I share a personal story about a time when I jumped to conclusions about home schooling my kids and how I thought I knew what my family and peers thought about my decision.Mind Reading:This is when you believe that you know exactly what someone else is thinking and feeling (usually something negative about yourself) even when there is no evidence to back it up and they never said anything like it.For example, a teacher who you’re hoping to befriend might buy a coffee for a couple of fellow teachers but she didn’t bring you one. You assume that it means that she hates you and doesn’t want anything to do with you. In reality, maybe she was just bringing them for the teachers who were right next door to her, and there are many other teachers she didn’t bring one for, too.Fortune Telling:This is when we believe something bad is just around the corner, for no good reason. As David Burns, who is credited as one of the original researchers behind CBT and author I mentioned at the beginning of this episode, says, “It’s as if you had a crystal ball that only gives you bad news!”This is just a preview of the 3 ways we jump to conclusions that dive into on today's episode. Check out today's episode to learn more about jumping to conclusions- you might be doing it more than you think!Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/jump-to-conclusionsKey points on ways that we jump to conclusions:What cognitive distortions areHow and why we have a tendency to jump to conclusions3 different types of jumping to conclusionsWhat "fortune telling" is what it looks likeWhat "mind reading" is and what looks like Real examples from my life where I jumped to conclusionsWhat to do when we find ourselves jumping to conclusions

Have you ever wondered about all or nothing thinking or overgeneralization? Do you know what either of those concepts are? Did you know that your brain is sometimes tricking you? Today is the first of 2 episodes where we're going to talk all about this- and if you find yourself using the words "always" or "never" frequently, you'll definitely find this one interesting. We're diving into these two cognitive distortions: all or nothing thinking and overgeneralization.What are Cognitive Distortions?According to the Cambridge dictionary, the term “cognitive” means “relating to or involving the processes of thinking and reasoning” and “distortions” means “a change to the intended or true meaning of something”. Therefore, cognitive distortions are irrational or biased thought patterns that lead to negative emotions and behavior. There are 11 common cognitive distortions that we will review in this section. Learning these and noticing when they happen can help us more easily identify our unintentional models. WE ALL DO THIS. I'd say nearly every single day. The two concepts that we talk about on today's episode are all or nothing thinking and overgeneralization.All or Nothing Thinking:This is when we see things in an extreme black-or-white mindset with no sort of middle ground. When we are stuck in all-or-nothing thinking we are thinking in absolutes- meaning it must be this way (that we are making up in our minds) or not at all. Oftentimes, we use this against ourselves where we think we must either be a complete success or a total failure.Overgeneralization- This thinking pattern happens when we draw broad, negative conclusions from an isolated event and apply it to everything. The big clue that lets us know we are overgeneralizing when we use words such as “always”, “never”, “everything”, and “nothing”. It can also be easily identified through global labels (ex: bad mom or terrible person)Simply put, drawing broad, negative conclusions about yourself and your surroundings based on just a couple of experiences is a result of overgeneralization.This is just a preview of what we dive into on today's episode. If you find yourself overgeneralizing situations or thinking words like "never"and/or "always" this episode is full of information that is applicable to you! You don't want to miss it.Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/all-or-nothing-thinking/Head over to the YouTube version of this episode: https://youtu.be/DCr4WRIp5DUKey points on all or nothing thinking and overgeneralization:The concept that- thoughts create feelings, why thought work is important (when to use it)What "all or nothing thinking" is and how you may be doing itHow saying words like "always" and "never" is a sign of all or nothing thinkingWhat overgeneralization isThe definition of cognitive distortions and how it may be affecting youWhat to do when we find ourselves doing either of these things

Often we say we want things like balance or enjoyment but don't define what that truly means for us. Have you ever stopped and asked yourself, "What do I really want?" That question is what we will be diving into today on the podcast! We're talking all about tips on how to get clear on what you really want?What do you really want? Maybe for you right now it's "I want to enjoy teaching" or "I want to have more balance in my life" But so often we just say we want that but we don't take the next step to get clear on what that means- and that's a big reason why it may not happen because we don't even know what it is that we want.We discuss why you should ask yourself, "what does that mean FOR ME?" The more specific you can be about what you want- the more you will be able to understand yourself and work towards meeting your needs and desires.On this episode we go over 4 reflection questions to help you get clearer on what you want your teaching, personal time, important relationships, and goals to look like.The four questions we go over are:What do you want your TEACHING to look like?What do you want your PERSONAL TIME to look like?What do you want your IMPORTANT RELATIONSHIPS to look like?What do you want to CREATE in your life?These are just a few of the concepts we go over on today's podcast. If you're feeling lost or need a helpful boost to get clearer about what you really want, you'll want to listen to today's podcast! And check out our FREE Mindset Masterclass as well.Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/what-you-really-want/Key points on how to get clear on what you really want:The importance of asking yourself what you want your TEACHING to look likeWhy you should find out what you want your PERSONAL TIME to look likeThe impact of identifying how you want your IMPORTANT RELATIONSHIPS to look likeWha you want to CREATE in your lifeAn easy process you can take to get clear on what you really wantAnd more!Resources mentioned:Join the Wife Teacher Mommy Club!FREE Mindset MasterclassPodcast Playlist QuizWife Teacher Mommy: Mentioned on Podcast Amazon List Attend the Wife Teacher Mommy Mindset MasterclassJoin Wife Teacher Mommy Club. Follow her on Instagram @wifeteachermommy.Join our Facebook group: Wife Teacher Mommies Unite.Follow on Pinterest for more helpful resources.

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Teachers have a ton of responsibilities that pull them in a million different directions. Planning lessons, differentiation, grading papers, collaboration, classroom management, behavior management, IEPs, parent teacher conference, just to name a FEW.It makes sense that you’re feeling overwhelmed. And you may be tired and exhausted… like, ALL the time. You may feel like you CANNOT do it all. But you know what? That is NOT the biggest mistake teachers make.The biggest mistake that you could make- as a teacher trying to do it all- is comparing yourself to other teachers who seem to have it all together. That is what we are talking about on today's podcast - how to stop comparing yourself to other teachers or homeschool parents.Many of us compare ourselves to the teacher next door. Her classroom is always neat and tidy. Her students always seem to be well behaved. She is happy and cheerful all the time and maybe even leaves school at a decent hour. It always leaves you wondering- how does she do it all?! And why do I seem to be such a hot mess compared to her? We're sharing tips on how to stop these thought patterns.Did you know that there is psychology behind why we compare ourselves? Humans have evolved to compare themselves to others as a way to gauge their own abilities and social standing within their communities. This behavior likely evolved as a survival mechanism to assess one's fitness for resources and protection within a group.The social comparison theory suggests that people have an innate drive to evaluate themselves against others in order to reduce uncertainty and improve self-evaluation. This process can influence self-esteem, motivation, and emotional well-being.Those are just two ideas we dive into in this episode which is full of methods and ideas to help you understand why we compare ourselves to others and how you can stop comparing yourself to other teachers or homeschool parents. Whether you're a confident teacher or need a boost, you won't want to miss this episode that is sure to help you understand and stop comparing yourself.Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/stop-comparing-yourselfKey points about how to stop comparing yourself:Why you should stop comparing yourself to other teachers and homeschool parentsHow comparing yourself leads to feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteemHow you can reframe your mindset can help combat the comparison trap.The urge to compare ourselves to others is a natural survival mechanism, but it doesn't necessarily benefit our self-esteem or well-beingHow social media amplifies the tendency to compare ourselvesThe importance of focusing on your own strengths and achievements instead of comparing yourself to othersAttend the Wife Teacher Mommy Mindset MasterclassJoin Wife Teacher Mommy Club. Follow her on Instagram @wifeteachermommy.Join our Facebook group: Wife Teacher Mommies Unite.Follow on Pinterest for more helpful resources.

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If you're a teacher, I'm sure you've experienced the feeling of being overwhelmed dealing with children. If you a teacher AND a parent, then I guarantee you have felt this.Be around kids and handling them all day can be exhausting! That's the topic of today's podcast. We're talking all about being around kids all the time. We offer tips and advice on how to manage being around kids all the time.On today's episode, we're discussing a common feeling among teachers, homeschool parents and parents - that of feeling like you're always around kids and never get a break. Whether you teach all day and come home to your own children, or are a homeschool mom primarily with your kids, it can start to feel overwhelming. How do you respond when those feelings of overwhelm come up?I offer a new perspective on reframing our mindset around being around kids all the time. I explore and discuss the difference between our circumstances of teaching and parenting, versus the stories we tell ourselves. Have you ever questioned these limiting thoughts? Asking yourself honest questions about the validity of these negative and big picture thoughts can do wonders with being around kids all the time. It is very important to question limiting thoughts and to give yourself grace.Some key strategies we discuss for being around kids all the time are finding balance include intentional self-care, setting boundaries, communicating needs to a partner, building a supportive community and so much more. You will walk away with tools to feel more in control and less overwhelmed when you are constantly surrounded by children.Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/being-around-kids-all-the-timeIn this episode on being around kids all the time, we discuss:The difference between circumstances (teaching and parenting kids) and our thoughts/stories about itGiving yourself grace for how you're feelingIntentional self-care like time for hobbies, breaks during the day, communication with a partnerBuilding a supportive community for validation and strategiesQuestioning thoughts like "I'm always with kids" and "I never get a break"Resources mentioned:Wife Teacher Mommy MasterclassWife Teacher Mommy ClubWife Teacher Mommy: Mentioned on Podcast Amazon List Attend the Wife Teacher Mommy Mindset MasterclassJoin Wife Teacher Mommy Club. Follow her on Instagram @wifeteachermommy.Join our Facebook group: Wife Teacher Mommies Unite.Follow on Pinterest for more helpful resources.

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We have a very special episode for you today that’s all about how to teach STEAM and SEL! But! It’s not exactly what you’d expect. We’re talking with special guest and author Tricia Fuglestad all about her new book Peter O’ Meter and how to teach STEAM and SEL using augmented reality.Tricia Fuglestad is a national board-certified elementary art teacher with 30 years of experience. She is also an author, illustrator, animator, with a master's degree in K-12 tech integration. She has successfully blended digital and physical art techniques in her transdigital lessons. Her newest book Peter O’ Meter teaches STEAM and SEL using a blend of traditional book and augmented reality.Tricia shares how her background as an art teacher inspired her to create a book that teaches social emotional learning and STEAM concepts through the story of a robot named Peter. We dive into the details of the unique augmented reality elements in the book including 3D character models and animated page scans. We also learn how teachers can use Peter O’ Meter and the accompanying free activity packet to check in on students' feelings, teach circuits, science vocabulary, and more. Whether you’re looking for new ideas on how to teach STEAM and SEL or just want to hear exciting ideas on cutting edge teaching techniques, you’re not going to want to miss this episode. There’s so much educational potential with Peter O’ Meter that can be experienced in new ways each time you and your students read it. Check it out!Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/how-to-teach-steamIn this episode on how to teach STEAM and SEL, we discussTricia Fuglestad's new book "Peter O' Meter: An Interactive Augmented Reality SEL Children's Book"How to teach STEAM and SEL with the book Peter O' MeterThe benefits of using augmented reality to teach STEAM and SELHow Trisha drew inspiration from her students and retro futurism art in illustrating the robot world of the bookThe inspiration behind Peter O' Meter: An Interactive Augmented Reality SEL Children's BookTricia's writing and creative processAttend the Wife Teacher Mommy Mindset MasterclassJoin Wife Teacher Mommy Club. Follow her on Instagram @wifeteachermommy.Join our Facebook group: Wife Teacher Mommies Unite.Follow on Pinterest for more helpful resources.

I have done over 100 episodes of the podcast and the topic of this episode is one I haven't covered yet. I honestly can't believe I haven't done an episode on this topic because it has been so helpful to my journey and something I've gotten so many questions about.Today we're diving into vision boards and the 3 steps you can take to transform your teacher life using a vision board. After talking about them in my popular workshop "Own Your Teacher Wins", I have received so many requests to talk on the topic of vision boards, so we're discussing all things vision boards today. From how to create and use a vision board to transform your teacher life, to how vision boards work to how they are scientifically backed, we dive into it all. The three vision board tips I share are: Understanding why vision boards are effective based on brain science (the Reticular Activating System (RAS))Creating your board by choosing materials, goals, inspirations, and arranging itemsUsing your board daily by spending 3 minutes focusing on sections and maintaining it by updating accomplished goals.Vision boards have helped me so much on my journey and I know you'll benefit from them as well. Check out this episode and start your vision board journey today. You won't regret it!Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/vision-board/In this episode on how to transform your teacher life using a vision board:How using vision boards to feel more intentional and balanced in both personal and professional life.Why it's important to maintain an up-to-date vision board and celebrate accomplishments by removing achieved goals and adding new intentionsHow spending 3 minutes per day looking at your vision board reinforces the connection between your conscious intentions and subconscious mindHow to create a vision board can help you manifest your goals by training your reticular activating system to focus on and notice opportunities that align with your goalsResources mentioned:Wife Teacher Mommy ClubWife Teacher Mommy: Mentioned on Podcast Amazon List 

Back to school time is here! Can you believe it? If you're a teacher or a parent, I'm sure you're bustling and hurrying around making sure you have everything ready.The new school year is an exciting time of year, as well as a stressful one. Back to school tends to bring up a lot of emotions. Excitement, dread, anxiety, curiosity, and so much more. Have you ever slowed down to examine how back to school time feels to you?That's what we're doing on today's special back to school focused episode. We're talking all about how to handle back to school emotions.Do you know how back to school time makes you feel? Understanding our emotions during this time of year is incredibly important and helpful. It is so important to notice your feelings and take the time to feel our emotions rather than resisting or avoiding them. We discuss the difference between emotions, feelings and sensations in our body, as well as common ways we deal with emotions, such as resisting, reacting, avoiding or buffering them, rather than allowing ourselves to fully process and feel them. On today's episode we dive into the importance of our mental and emotional well-being during this time of year and how they are the most important thing we bring to teaching and that how we show up emotionally impacts our students and families. This episode provides strategies for identifying and working through difficult emotions as the new school year begins.If you're worried about the coming school year or just need some insight into understanding your emotions better, this episode is for you!Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/back-to-school-emotionsIn this episode on how to handle back to school emotions:How we show up emotionally impacts not only ourselves but also our students and familiesWhy our mental and emotional well-being is the most important thing we bring to teachingWhy it's important to feel the full range of human emotions, both positive and negativeHow processing emotions involves allowing yourself to fully feel the emotion with compassionThe difference between emotions/feelings and sensations in our bodyHow our thoughts create our feelings, but we experience life through our feelingsRelated episodes and blog posts:22) How to ROCK your Open House/Back to School Night31) Achievement Gaps in Education- Tips from Real Teachers Like You33) Social Skills Gaps in Education- Tips from Real Teachers Like You60) How to Calm the Teacher Sunday Scaries67) How to Be Confident as a Teacher70) Hope, Humor and Inspiration for Teachers with Kristina Kuzmic81) Simple Mindset Hack to Uplevel Your Teacher Life90) Owning Your Teacher Wins

We have a SUPER SPECIAL episode for you today! This is our 100th episode! This is a huge milestone for us and a milestone for podcasts in general. I am so grateful for our listeners and can't wait to continue offering support for many episodes to come.On today's episode, I'm answering questions directly from teachers! When we’re struggling as a teacher, we often feel like we’re the only one with that particular problem or situation. But in reality, that’s not the case at all. Here in my Wife Teacher Mommy Club, there’s a category called Ask a Coach, in which any member can post a question and we have someone who will answer your individual question, which is such a great feature! So on today’s episode, I’m sharing some of the biggest teacher questions and answers from the club!What is Ask a Coach, you might wonder? It’s where our members of the Wife Teacher Mommy Club can submit any question about something they’re struggling with as teachers, and a trained professional will answer their specific question individually. That person is our very own Chrissy Nichols. Chrissy is a friend of the podcast and club, and a life coach who is trained to specifically help look inside your mind at how your thoughts and circumstances are affecting your life, and helps provide mindset shifts to get you through your situations.We dive into so many different subjects on today's podcast. From how to balance home and teacher life, to toxic family members, to mom/teacher guilt, to losing motivation, we cover it ALL in this special episode.Even though these questions and struggles shared on today’s episode might not be exactly what you’re going through as a teacher, I hope you can apply these questions to your own life and situations.This is an insightful episode that gives you a peek into our Ask a Coach feature in my Wife Teacher Mommy Club by showcasing some of your biggest teacher questions answered. Sometimes as teachers, we need to be reminded that we’re not alone in our thoughts and struggles, but that everyone else is going through something similar.Thank you again for your support and for listening to the podcast. We couldn't do it without you!Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/teacher-questions/In this episode on your biggest teacher questions answered by me, I discuss:A detailed description of "Ask a Coach" within Wife Teacher Mommy Club, and how you can utilize itDifferent teacher scenarios or feelings for you to relate toHow to handle negativity among the teachersTips on how to stay motivatedHow to balance home and lifeNew team dynamicsAnd so much more!Related episodes and blog posts:How to Be Confident as a Teacher [episode 67]The Power of Conscious Thinking for Teachers [episode 97]Declutter Your Mind & Your Space [episode 94]Owning Your Teacher Wins (Full Session: Revised and Updated) [episode 90]Am I Doing Enough as a Homeschool Mom? with Charlotte Jones [episode 88]YES, You Can Find Balance in a “Wife Teacher Mommy” Life… Here’s How! [episode 75]Hope, Humor and Inspiration for Teachers with Kristina Kuzmic [episode 70]Let’s Talk Teacher Self Care with Brittany Blackwell [episode 95]

With school just around the corner, back to school time is in full swing! With that in mind, we know it's important to get inspired for the new school year and we have just the thing for you on today's episode.We have compiled 12 of our must-listen podcasts for back to school. I dive into all of our past episodes that I think will be most helpful to you during this time of year.I dive into the following episodes:22) How to ROCK your Open House/Back to School Night25) Insanely Clever Attention Getters from Real Teachers31) Achievement Gaps in Education- Tips from Real Teachers Like You33) Social Skills Gaps in Education- Tips from Real Teachers Like You60) How to Calm the Teacher Sunday Scaries63) How to Motivate the "Lazy" Students or the "Bad" Kids64) Create Your Ideal Classroom Management Plan with Linda Kardamis67) How to Be Confident as a Teacher70) Hope, Humor and Inspiration for Teachers with Kristina Kuzmic77) How to Make An Intentional Schedule (And Actually Stick To It!)81) Simple Mindset Hack to Uplevel Your Teacher Life90) Owning Your Teacher WinsYou can find so much inspiration and thought provoking content in just one episode. The 12 must-listen podcasts for back to school can be found above or we put them all in a playlist you can just click to listen.Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/podcasts-for-back-to-school/In this episode on the 12 must-listen podcasts for back to school, I discuss:12 podcasts you should listen to for for back to schoolOpen House PlanningSoothing Sunday ScariesHow to Motivate the "Bad" StudentsClassroom ManagementBuilding Confidence as a TeacherOwning Your Teacher WinsOur Facebook group giveaway and celebration for the upcoming 100th episodeAnd Much More!Related episodes and blog posts:22) How to ROCK your Open House/Back to School Night25) Insanely Clever Attention Getters from Real Teachers31) Achievement Gaps in Education- Tips from Real Teachers Like You33) Social Skills Gaps in Education- Tips from Real Teachers Like You60) How to Calm the Teacher Sunday Scaries63) How to Motivate the "Lazy" Students or the "Bad" Kids64) Create Your Ideal Classroom Management Plan with Linda Kardamis67) How to Be Confident as a Teacher70) Hope, Humor and Inspiration for Teachers with Kristina Kuzmic77) How to Make An Intentional Schedule (And Actually Stick To It!)81) Simple Mindset Hack to Uplevel Your Teacher Life90) Owning Your Teacher Wins

t's back to school time! How do you feel about this time of year? Are you prepared for the upcoming school year?With school just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about what resources you need for back to school. For this episode, I’m going over the top 13 resources for back to school, along with other tips to help your new school year get off to the perfect start. As I go through I'll explain how many downloads each resource is for our members OR how much it costs regularly in our shop on TPT if you prefer to purchase a-la-carte!I dive into the following back to school resources:Beginning of the Year Review PacketsBack to School Open House ResourceFirst Week of School Survival GuideTeacher Essentials BundleTeacher Planners PrintableTeacher Planner DigitalClass Decor PacksBack to School Secret Student ResourceParent Teacher Conference Form Signs and RemindersReady to Go Sub PlansDrag and Drop Seating ChartsStudent ProfilesEditable Sub BinderWe have so many back to school resources for you!Another way to know it's Back to School time- TPT Sale TODAY! Here to help you cut through the overwhelm of what you need resource-wise for back to school. We also have everything in our shop on sale too if you'd rather shop there- BTS30- save a little more there! OR if you're a member you can rest easy knowing that you ALREADY have access.We have you covered with ready to go resources that will save you time and stress.Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/top-resources-for-back-to-school/In this episode on the 13 top resources for back to school, I discuss:13 top resources for back to schoolHow back to school resources can help save you time and energyWhy it's helpful to decorate your classroom in an inviting way and how it can set the tone for the yearHow having a planner and organization is essential for teachers to stay on trackWhy building relationships with parents from the beginning of the year is important through activities like open houses.

As this episode is releasing we are just wrapping up day one of our first ever 3 Days of Teacher Transformation. This special episode is a segment of Certified Life Coach Chrissy Nichols and I's live co-teaching segment from this free event so you can listen to it! This is MY GIFT TO YOU! The replays of the full event will be going away July 31st, but you get a good chunk of day one in podcast format here and it is FULL of insight. Even if you never join us for coaching again… you’ll walk away from this event with new awareness and inspiration that you'll never forget.We dive into the power of conscious thinking for teachers. We talk about what it means to understand the difference between "thought" and "circumstance", how to question your thoughts and situation as well as walk through relatable scenarios that you can apply our coaching model to.Those are just a few of the tips and strategies we dive into on this episode that is full of methods to help you understand the power of conscious thinking. You won't want to miss this episode or our 3 Days of Teacher Transformation event! Join us here!Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/conscious-thinking-for-teachers/In this episode on the power of conscious thinking for teachers, we discuss:The 3 Day Teacher Transformation EventThe difference between "thought" and "circumstance"Relatable situational exercises to help you understand the coaching modelThe benefit of questioning your "negative" thoughts and feelingsRelatable scenarios that you can apply this coaching model toHow shifting your mindset to positivity can increase your confidenceA simple and easy way you can use the power of conscious thinkingResources mentioned:Wife Teacher Mommy ClubThe 3 Day Teacher Transformation EventWife Teacher Mommy: Mentioned on Podcast Amazon List 

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by all of your responsibilities in teaching and your everyday life?That’s why we think life coaching is the tool that every teacher or homeschool parent needs. We're talking all about our upcoming 3 Day Teacher Transformation event on today's podcast!We’re making this a no-brainer for you by making it FREE and including 4 normally-paid resources and incredible giveaways! But you’ll want to sign up for this first round, as this is likely the only round we will do it for free!SIGN UP FOR FREEGet our August Teacher Essentials Bundle ($5 value) for FREE when you sign up before the event starts!Go to: www.wifeteachermommy.com/transformation to sign up today!

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Have you ever wondered about life coaching? What it is and what it can offer you? Have you ever thought that you might need life coaching? If you've asked yourself any of those questions before then this episode is for you! I've was curious about life coaching once upon a time and now I am a life coach! On this special two part episode, I’m opening the curtains and giving you a sneak peek inside how and why I began my life coaching certification journey.This two part episode is all about my coaching certification journey that I did through The Life Coach School. I dive into all about how I began my journey, how I found out about life coaching, how I went from being life coached to becoming I life coach. I cover it all! At first I was resistant to the idea of becoming a life coach due to time and money constraints. It ended up costing me $21,000! But I decided to go ahead and trust the process and it is one of the best decisions I've ever made. On this episode, I go over what I learned through the certification process, including tools like self coaching, emotion processing, mindset strategies and so much more.While this was a very large investment, it was totally worth worth it because it has helped transform my life and allowed me to help others through coaching. The opportunity to coach and help you and the teacher community has made the investment 100% worth it!Don't miss part two of this special episode coming this Friday. I'll be talking all about how you do not need to get a full coaching certification in order to apply these tools to better their own lives and the lives of those around you. Tune in on Friday to find out how!On the fence about joining the Wife Teacher Mommy Club or showing up for a live life coaching call? By the end of the episode, we will have answered all of your questions and put any fears or uncertainties to rest. Life coaching has definitely changed our lives for the better, and we know you’ll be able to benefit from it as well! Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/coaching-certification/In this episode on why I chose to get my coaching certification:A brief overview of what life coaching is and how it can help with all aspects of your lifeMy personal journey with life coaching and how I came to be a life coachWhy I am so happy and grateful that I decided to become a life coachHow everyone can get what they want out of life coachingThe most powerful result or change is through a personal mindset shift How Chrissy and I can help you as your teacher life coachesResources mentioned:Join the Wife Teacher Mommy Club!Wife Teacher Mommy: Mentioned on Podcast Amazon List 

We have never done an episode like today's episode! For the first time on the podcast we are doing a co-hosted episode. We have the amazing Brittany Blackwell from The Resilient Teacher Podcast co-hosting the podcast today and we're talking all about teacher self care!Brittany Blackwell, M.Ed. is an award-winning special educator, podcast host of "The Resilient Teacher Podcast", and teacher resilience strategist from South Carolina with over ten years of experience working with elementary and middle school classrooms.  Brittany is no stranger to teacher burnout and has a passion for empowering teachers and educational leaders to prioritize their mental health and develop stress management and self care skills for teachers.Brittany is not just the host of the Resilient Teacher Podcast, she is a true advocate for self-care in the teaching profession. As someone who understands the demands and challenges that teachers face, Brittany shares valuable tips and insights on taking care of yourself while caring for others.!In this episode, we break down the misconception that self-care is selfish or something that can be put off until after taking care of others. We also dive into the significance of prioritizing yourself in order to have the energy and mindset to support others.Self-awareness plays a vital role in self-care, and we explore different practices, like thought downloads or brain dumps, that can help teachers and parents identify and address feelings of overwhelm.If you're ready to kick burnout to the curb and feel confident in prioritizing self-care, this is an episode you don't want to miss. So grab your favorite beverage, get cozy, and join Kelsey and Brittany in this empowering conversation on teacher self-care.Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/teacher-self-care/In this episode on teacher self care we discuss:What self care is and how it's different for everybodyHow prioritizing self-care is not selfish, but rather essential for teachers and parents to thrive and effectively care for othersHow teachers can determine the best ways do self care so they don’t burnoutWhy self-awareness is key to practicing effective self-careTools like thought downloads or brain dumps can help identify and address feelings of overwhelmWhy you should join the Summer Self-Care Conference, hosted by Brittany, to develop sustainable self-care habits before the next school yearResources mentioned:Wife Teacher Mommy ClubTeaching Mind Body and Soul Self Care ConferenceThe Resilient Teacher PodcastTeaching Mind Body and Soul Instagram Wife Teacher Mommy: Mentioned on Podcast Amazon List

Do you want to get your space organized so you can feel better? Guess what- it all starts with our mindset. Even cleaning up our space! On today's episode I'm sharing what you can do to declutter your mind and your space.This episode is a special one! Last month we had a Wife Teacher Mommy Club coaching call all about how to declutter your mind and your space. With the new school year slowly approaching, I figured it would be the perfect to air this inspiring coaching call on our podcast today.Most people think of organization as keeping things together or putting items in a bin, but it’s so much more than that and we dive into it on today's episode. We talk about why organization has to start in your mind and actionable tips on how to declutter your mind.We talk all about the importance of figuring out WHY you are decluttering. As humans we have attachment to things based on the past, so we hold on to them. It's important to ask whether they are truly essential. Analyzing our thoughts and identifying the reason we hold on to "unnecessary" items is an important aspect of decluttering our minds. One of the tips we dive into why it is important to create habits and mindsets for a more organized space. Try incorporating a 15-minute pickup at the beginning and end of each day to build the habit of tidying up. Another tip is to get your kids involved in the clean up as well.Everyone wants to achieve work-life balance, and having the right organizational skills will help you with achieving that goal. It doesn’t matter if you’re a mom, homeschool parent or veteran teacher, there’s an organization tip that will resonate with you.Listen to this episode for tips, tricks, and hacks that will ultimately make your life AND classroom run smoothly and your life simpler! Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/declutter-your-mind/In this episode on how to declutter your mind and your space, we discuss:An easy step you can take if organization doesn’t come easily to youInsight into what the disconnect could be with your organizational system How taking small, manageable steps towards decluttering can make the process easier and more enjoyableWhy understanding the beliefs and attachment to items is important before deciding to declutterHow to ask if an item helps create the desired life and spaceWhy setting up effective classroom organization helps provide work life and home balanceResources mentioned:Join the Wife Teacher Mommy Club!Minimalista BookWife Teacher Mommy: Mentioned on Podcast Amazon List Related episodes and blog posts:Easy Classroom Organization & Systems with Kristen Donegan [episode 17]Classroom Organization Ideas You Will LoveHow To Make an Intentional Schedule (And Actually Stick to It!) [episode 77]How To Practice True Self-Care as a Teacher and/or Parent [episode 56]How to OWN Your Wins & Set Intentional Teacher Goals [episode 52]Classroom Organization Tips: Our Big Growing List!

Are you ready for the upcoming school year? I hate to bring that up, but it is real and comes up faster than you expect! With the new school year approaching, we need to consider what our future selves may need for a successful year and that means self care! Today's episode is all about self care and coping strategies for teachers!This episode is a reairing of a special episode I had the pleasure of recording for Dr. Christine Reeve's podcast.Dr. Christine Reeve is a behavior specialist, consultant, and director of a program serving students with autism and behavioral issues. She has SO MUCH knowledge to share with us on today's episode. We talk about all things self care and coping strategies for teachers. We dive into the importance of community and interacting with other educators during the event. There is a misconception that self-care is "selfish", when in reality taking care of ourselves is essential in order to properly care for others. We also discuss the common trap of people-pleasing that many teachers fall into, as well as the trauma responses, including the fawning response, and the importance of recognizing when it's necessary to advocate for oneself or students.This episode is FULL of insight, inspiration and actionable tips that will help you improve your coping strategies as a teacher and in the other areas of your life. You DON'T want to miss it!Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/coping-strategies-for-teachers/In this episode on coping strategies for teachers, we discuss:How finding a balance between rest and preparing for the future is crucial for a successful school yearWhy self-care is not selfish, but a top priorityHow teachers, especially in a female-dominated profession, often fall into people-pleasing, potentially at the expense of their own needsWhy you should give yourself grace and credit during challenging times in educationPractical tips and coping strategies for teachersResources mentioned:Join the Wife Teacher Mommy Club!Dr. Chris Reeve's WebsiteDr. Chris Reeve's PodcastDr. Chris Reeve's TPTCrucial Conversations BookWife Teacher Mommy: Mentioned on Podcast Amazon List 

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Have you ever wondered about life coaching? What it is and what it can offer you? If you answered yes to either of those questions then this episode is for you! On today’s show, I’m opening the curtains and giving you a sneak peek inside Wife Teacher Mommy Club and our group life coaching. I'm talking all about group life coaching and how we can help you inside the Club! Throughout the episode, I explain what it means to be a life coach, particularly if you’re a member of the club. Within life coaching, there are so many different platforms to get coaching and surround yourself with the community.In the Club you get access to weekly group coaching calls with our certified life coaches for teachers to help you work through the hard stuff and stay focused on your WHY! Each week we’ll discuss common teacher topics voted on by our members, with open time at the end for any questions or concerns you bring to the call.As a group, we’ll tackle things like:How to stop grading on the weekendsDecreasing planning time while still feeling like an effective educatorTurning burnout and overwhelm into confidence and greater self-worthHow to balance being a teacher AND a parent without compromising or failingOn the fence about joining the Wife Teacher Mommy Club or showing up for a group life coaching call? By the end of the episode, we will have answered all of your questions and put any fears or uncertainties to rest. Group life coaching has definitely changed our lives for the better, and we know you’ll be able to benefit from it as well! Go to WifeTeacherMommy.com/CLUB to join today! Lock in our current LOWEST pricing- goes up again in August (even if you're listening later though, will likely go up again at some point as the LOWEST membership I know of is $59, and highest is $299 per month. And those DON'T also include teaching resources!) Don't miss it!Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/group-life-coaching/In this episode on group life coaching, we discuss:A brief overview of what group life coaching is and how it can help with all aspects of your lifeMy personal journey with life coaching and how I came to be a life coachHow everyone can get what they want out of group life coachingWhat makes Wife Teacher Mommy Club coaching differentThe most powerful result or change is through a personal mindset shift Resources mentioned:Join the Wife Teacher Mommy Club!Wife Teacher Mommy: Mentioned on Podcast Amazon List 

Have you ever asked yourself, "how do I be more present with my children/students?" Do you ever get home from school and maybe you're with your kids but you're still thinking about your long to do list? We've all been there, which is why today's episode is so helpful. Today I'm talking with Wife Teacher Mommy community member Trakena Price all about how she's learned how to more fully "check out" after school so she can be a more present mom.Trakena shares her own experience and provides valuable tips on how to overcome this challenge. She emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries and intentionally transitioning from teacher mode to mom mode. Trakena also highlights the support that teachers have access to, whether it's from their families, the teacher community, or their workplace.We discuss our own experiences and provide valuable tips on how to check out mentally from work and fully engage with family and personal life. We give you actionable strategies and mindset shifts that can help you transition from teacher mode to mom mode.Whether you're a homeschool parent, teacher or parent, you can learn actionable tips from this episode and get another perspective. Don't miss it!Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/present-at-homeIn this episode on being present at home as a teacher mom, we discuss:The challenge of balancing roles as a teacher and a momWhy it's important to prioritize self-care and have a support system in place to help with homeschooling responsibilities.Strategies for becoming mentally present after schoolThe importance of support from the teacher communityFinding fulfillment in teachingThe concept of "teacher mommy" support

Educate and Rejuvenate is here! The education event of the year is happening TODAY! Tickets are closed, but JOIN THE CLUB NOW TO GET VIP ACCESS TO THE EVENT. As my gift to you today, I'm giving you a snippet of what you'll get inside Wife Teacher Mommy Club. We have a very special episode for you today. We are airing my session "Owning Your Teacher Wins on today’s episode. I'm talking all about how to own your wins and set intentional teacher goals!This is the audio version of just one of my two prerecorded sessions, and if you join us in the club you'll get instant access to the Club private podcast so even if you don't have time to sit and watch videos- you can LISTEN to the presentations just like this on a podcast feed to soak up E&R)In this presentation I discuss the concept of past, present and FUTURE self. Over time we really change into different people, so thinking about what your FUTURE self would tell your PRESENT self will help you see how much you're capable of. By thinking in this way, you can set specific teacher goals from a place of love for yourself and keep positive momentum. Throughout this episode, I give insight to shift the perspective of focusing on the "Gap" to focusing on the "Gain". These are simple, yet effective solutions to overcome your doubts so you will soon own your teacher wins.Throughout this session, I give insight that I have learned on my journey, to help shift the perspective of focusing on the "Gap" (what we we think we're lacking) to focusing on the "Gain" (what we have achieved). These are simple, yet effective solutions to overcome your doubts so you will soon own your teacher wins.This episode will help you reach your teacher goals and truly OWN your wins. And if you're looking to get more inspiration, don't forget to join the Club so you can attend Educate and Rejuvenate!Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/teacher-wins/In this episode on how to own your teacher wins:The Education Event of the Year - Educate and Rejuvenate!The benefits of owning your teacher wins and how to reach your teacher goalsThe concept of making your FUTURE SELF happyHow having a vision board can help you visualize and reach your teacher goalsWhy shifting your mindset to positivity can increase your motivation towards your teacher goalsHow to notice the difference between the gap and the gainA simple and easy way you acknowledge your daily winsResources mentioned:Wife Teacher Mommy ClubEducate and RejuvenateThe Self Coaching ModelThe Gap and the GainThe Gap and the Gain VisualWife Teacher Mommy: Mentioned on Podcast Amazon List 

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We have a very special episode for you today! If you're looking for reading comprehension strategies or could use some inspiration in the reading department, then this episode is for you! We're talking with Ciera Harris about reading comprehension strategies you need to know.Ciera Harris is a former elementary school teacher turned teacherpreneur. After spending the last decade perfecting her coaching for reading teachers, Ciera now offers reading teachers tips, resources, and workshops to help them connect with their students in the best possible way. Ciera offers her top 4 reading comprehension strategies. She's diving into importance of critical reading and deeper picture books to help students practice reading strategies. Ciera emphasizes how certain books like The Cat in the Hat may not be complex enough for students to truly practice strategies and why it's beneficial to have more challenging texts to improve reading comprehension.We also discuss the role of schema in reading comprehension. Ciera explains how students can have varying degrees of schema depending on the topic, and how this background knowledge is critical for deep understanding of a text. Whether you are a teacher looking for new strategies to incorporate into your reading instruction, or a parent seeking to help your child become a successful reader, this episode has tips and insights that are sure to be helpful.Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/reading-comprehension-strategiesIn this episode on 4 reading comprehension strategies you need to know I discuss:Several reading comprehension strategies that you need to knowWhy it is important to give students more difficult reading material for reading comprehensionHow to effectively teach reading strategies to improve students' reading comprehensionWhy schema is a critical tool for deep comprehensionHow to achieve active engagement to help your students think deeper to apply meaningThe science of reading and how it impacts reading comprehensionResources mentioned:Ciera Harris TeachingCiera Harris YoutubeEducate and RejuvenateWife Teacher Mommy ClubWife Teacher Mommy: Mentioned on Podcast Amazon List 

Have you ever asked yourself, "am I doing enough?" As a homeschool parent and parent in general I'm sure you've asked yourself this before.In life, we take on so many roles, most of which become our biggest identities. As parents, teachers and homeschool parents, we take on these roles with a desire to be perfect. However, no matter how hard you try, perfectionism will never be attained, and that’s okay! On today’s podcast, we’re discussing the question, "am I doing enough as a homeschool mom?" with Charlotte Jones. Charlotte is the creator of My Little Homeschool and the host of the Strike a Balance Podcast. She is a homeschool coach and homeschooling mom of twin boys. Charlotte covers tips and strategies for being a happy and thriving working homeschool mom. As a working homeschool mom, Charlotte is a cheerleader for anyone who wants to home educate and work.Like last Friday's episode, today's episode is a re-airing. I had an amazing interview on Charlotte Jones' Podcast: Strike a Balance Podcast for Working Homeschool Moms. It was such a good conversation that I wanted to share it on our podcast today.Charlotte will actually be teaching all about "Finding a Homeschool Schedule as a Working Mom that Actually Works!" at our Educate and Rejuvenate event later this month. I am super excited for her session! Whether you're a homeschool parent, teacher or parent, I bet you can still learn some awesome things from this episode and get another perspective that is always interesting. But be sure to check out some recent episodes such as my interviews with Ciera Harris and Angela Watson that are specifically geared towards teachers!Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/homeschool-mom/In this episode on being a confident homeschool mom, we discuss:How you don't have to be a licensed teacher to be qualified to homeschool your children. As a parent and caretaker, you know your child best and can create a personalized learning environment that works for them.Why it's important to prioritize self-care and have a support system in place to help with homeschooling responsibilities.How homeschooling requires intentional scheduling and balancing work and homeschooling can be a challenge.Why it is important to create a record of accomplishments and set goalsResources mentioned:My Little Homeschool WebsiteThe Strike a Balance Podcast for Working Homeschool MomsEducate and RejuvenateJoin the Wife Teacher Mommy Club!Wife Teacher Mommy: Mentioned on Podcast Amazon List

How has social media impacted educators? Do you want to know the difference between self care and self indulgence? Is self care necessary to avoid teacher burn out?We're answering all of these questions and so much more in today's episode with special guest speaker, Alexis Shepard of the Afro Educator.Alexis Shepard of the Afro Educator is a former veteran teacher & forever educator with the gift of gab . She empowers educators at all stages to step into more confident, conscious, and authentic versions of themselves inside and outside the classroom.. She champions teacher wellbeing through coaching, consulting, and interactive workshops that promote radical self-care. Alexis uses thought & identity exploration to help educators reframe internalized narratives that contribute to burnout and overwhelm.We're talking all things self care in today's episode. Alexis shares her experience with burnout and the importance of integrating self-care into the classroom. We dive into identifying teacher narratives, the impact of social media on educator mindsets, how to reframe internalized beliefs about hard work, and effective goal-setting, how to prioritize long-term well-being through self-care investment and so much more.One of the most important things when it comes to being the best teacher you can be, is to take care of yourself first. While taking a bubble bath, reading a book for enjoyment, or meeting friends for coffee might work immediately, sometimes more work needs to be done. Through self care and learning new techniques necessary to take care of yourself, you’re ultimately making yourself a more effective teacher for you and your students.Whether you're feeling burnt out or just need ideas, there's something in this episode for everybody. You don't want to miss it!Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/practice-self-careIn this episode on how to be a good teacher and still practice self care, we discuss:How burnout is a common problem among educators and how it's often isolating because people don't talk about it.Why self-care should be integrated into the classroom, not just reserved for outside of school timeAn explanation on how an undisciplined mind can lead to teacher burnoutHow teachers can reframe their internalized narratives about their profession and redefine what it means to be a hard worker to avoid burnoutHow collaboration and sharing perspectives among educators can lead to improving self-care practicesAlexis shares how The Afro Educator provides tools, strategies, and community for educators who have experienced burnout or need support to teach and live wellResources mentioned:The Afro Educator WebsiteAlexis' IGAlexis' FacebookThe Afro Educator Teacher QuizEducate and RejuvenateJoin the Wife Teacher Mommy Club!Wife Teacher Mommy: Mentioned on Podcast Amazon List 

Do you know what imposter syndrome is?Many adults struggle with imposter syndrome, which is the feeling that they do not belong or that they lack the skills or ability to teach effectively. It's important to recognize this feeling and take steps to build your self-confidence and mindset. On today’s podcast, we’re discussing how to bust imposter syndrome while teaching reading with educational consultant Aja Mcnair.This originally aired LIVE on Aja's youtube channel when she invited me to be interviewed for her show- - but I loved this conversation so much that I wanted to re-air it for everyone here to listen to. Now if you want the video version I'll link to the YouTube video so you can watch.We dive into the "Gap and the Gain" Concept", celebrating the gains you make along the way, how to have a mindset of openness and willingness to learn new things and why this is key to being an effective educator, how reframing your negative thoughts and beliefs about your ability to teach reading will allow you to focus on building your skills and MUCH MORE!Aja also discusses the "Four C's for Building Confidence": Commitment, Courage, Capability, and Confidence These concepts are interconnected, and each C builds on the previous one to create a well-rounded teacher with a confident teaching style.If you've ever felt imposter syndrome or are wondering what it is, this episode is a perfect listen. You will find so much inspiration and so many ideas on today's episode!Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/imposter-syndromeIn this episode on how to bust imposter syndrome while teaching reading, we discuss:How to individualize learning and personalize your teaching to a student's interestsThe Four C's for Building Confidence: Commitment, Courage, Capability, and ConfidenceHow the recognize imposter syndrome and take steps to build your self-confidence and mindsetWhy you should build a "growth mindset" and what that isThe "Gap and the Gain" conceptResources mentioned:Original Youtube InterviewAja's WebsiteAja's IGEducate and RejuvenateJoin the Wife Teacher Mommy Club!Wife Teacher Mommy: Mentioned on Podcast Amazon List 

Whether you're a public school teacher or a homeschool teacher or a parent, this episode is a special one. There is so much inspiration in this one episode that you do not want to miss! We have guest and homeschool expert Meg Thomas, the host of the Called to Homeschool podcast and she is diving into how to build a strong foundation with homeschool and so much more today.Meg is a veteran homeschooling mama with over 15 year experience. Meg is also a Certified Life Coach, through the Life Coach School, specializing in helping homeschooling parents. She helps parents build relationships with their children and create peace in the home, so they can teach their children anything.We dive into all concepts that are not just applicable to homeschooling. Meg shares her insights on why social-emotional needs are just as important as academic knowledge, and how developing good habits can lead to better mental health for both homeschooling parents and their children.Meg also shares her three pillars for homeschooling: mind, heart, and habits. These three pillars serve as the foundation for building a strong homeschooling experience and family relationships. Focusing on the mind means prioritizing academic learning and developing critical thinking skills. Focusing on the heart means building emotional intelligence, fostering connection and relationships, and encouraging personal growth. Focusing on habits means instilling positive routines and habits that promote productivity, time management, and physical wellness. By nurturing all three pillars, homeschooling parents can create a well-rounded and sustainable educational experience for their children. Don't let the title of this episode fool you! This episode is not just for homeschool teachers. This episode is for parents, teachers and homeschool parents. There is something for everyone. You do not want to miss this special episode!Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/foundation-for-your-homeschoolIn this episode on the 3 pillars to build a strong foundation for your homeschool, we discuss:How building good habits is important for homeschoolers to maintain their mental healthWhy taking time to teach children how to do household tasks can help alleviate a lot of stress.Why removing habits that are not supporting children can be helpfulHow prioritizing and building foundations slowly can be beneficial. It's important to make habits easy, small, and build upon themIn-depth info about the 3 pillars of how to build a strong foundation for homeschoolActionable steps for building a strong foundation for homeschooling and making it a lifestyle

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Do you find yourself feeling rushed, stressed or overwhelmed as you're teaching? Do you feel like you're out of the flow during teaching? Today's episode is all about finding the flow and productivity practices and you do not want to miss it! We have special guest Angela Watson of Truth for Teachers.Angela Watson is a productivity and mindset specialist, author, and motivational speaker for educators. She is a National Board Certified Teacher and has a degree in Curriculum and Instruction, along with eleven years of classroom teaching experience and over a decade of experience as an instructional coach. Angela is best known for the 40 Hour Teacher Workweek program, which has supported over 55,000 teachers, coaches, and administrators in maximizing their contractual time so they’re not working endlessly on nights and weekends. We dive into finding flow in the classroom and how to simplify and streamline routines before adding anything new to the day. Angela shares her passion for a project called "Finding Flow Solutions" that incorporates flow theory into education. She explains how focusing on flow over just productivity can lead to deeper satisfaction in work and create a positive learning environment for teachers and students alike.We also discuss strategies for helping kids develop time management, attention management, and energy management skills that are vital for experiencing flow, the Forty Hours Teacher Work Week program, where Angela advises educators how identifying time wasters is important to improve productivity and flow.This episode is sure to provide insight on the importance of finding flow in the classroom alongside students and the various productivity practices that can improve the teacher's focus and classroom efficiency. If you want to learn more about these practices, be sure to check out this amazing episode.Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/productivity-practices/In this episode on productivity practices in the classroom with Angela Watson:How to maximizing your time with the 40 Hour Teacher Work Week ProgramWhy it's important to create a positive learning environmentHow to to find flow in the classroom and simplify your practiceThe benefits of finding flow and the deepening satisfaction you can find in work and learningHow to teach productivity and strategies for avoiding burnoutResources mentioned:Wife Teacher Mommy ClubTruth for TeachersThe 40 Hour Work WeekEducate and RejuvenateWife Teacher Mommy: Mentioned on Podcast Amazon List

We're back with our second episode all about the #1 teaching tips from the experts.If you want to learn the NUMBER ONE tip some of the top experts in the teaching world have to share with you... you'll want to listen up to this fun & interactive episode today!In case you forgot or didn't hear our last episode- I asked our Educate and Rejuvenate presenters to send in a video introducing themselves, discuss what they'll be talking about at Educate and Rejuvenate and to offer a tip for our amazing listeners! We're back with more of their responses today. From strategies for supporting hyperlexic learners to the five components of kindergarten readiness and how to teach differently wired learners in homeschool to practical tips and mindset shifts for overcoming overwhelm and getting organized, you'll hear it all! Our presenters really went all out for us on this episode.And don't forget, these experts are all speakers at Educate & Rejuvenate, so if you love what they have to say, be sure to grab your ticket. We're all going to have so much fun together!After hearing from all these experts, I hope that you get learned new strategies that will help you in your teaching life and get you excited for Educate and Rejuvenate.Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/teaching-tips-from-the-expertsIn this second episode on the #1 teaching tips from experts, we hear:The different presenters who will be speaking at Educate and RejuvenateHow writing things down and making them visual is a key way to support hyperlexic learners at home or in the classroom, and can help with phonemic awareness.Reading Simplified has taken research and clinical practice to streamline reading activities into a handful of high leverage activities based on the science of reading.The session "What Does a Kindergarten Teacher Really Want?" covers the five components of kindergarten readiness: cognitive development, social and emotional development, language and communication skills, physical development, and approaches to learning.The program called The Four Mindset Shifts helps to crush overwhelm, organize life and home, and work towards personal goals by shifting mindsets that hinder goals and organization towards ones that help.And SO MUCH MORE!

If you want to learn the NUMBER ONE tip some of the top experts in the teaching world have to share with you... you'll want to listen up to this fun & interactive episode today!It has been so much fun putting together this event and bringing together a wide variety of presenters. I have had a blast interviewing these Educate and Rejuvenate presenters for the podcast as well to provide free information you all right here! But there is no way that I could interview them all before the event, so I wanted to do something special for you.I asked our presenters to send in a video introducing themselves, what they'll be talking about at Educate and Rejuvenate and to offer a tip for our amazing listeners and they DELIVERED! We get to hear teaching tips from OVER 10 experts today!From number sense to classroom management, mindfulness to reading... you're going to learn LOTS today about how you can teach kids. You will also get to meet just a few of these amazing experts! These experts are all speakers at Educate & Rejuvenate as well, so if you love what they have to say, be sure to grab your ticket. We're all going to have so much fun together!I believe there’s power in coming together and learning from each other, which is exactly what this episode embodies. After hearing from all these experts, I hope that you get learned new strategies that will help you in your teaching life and get you excited for Educate and Rejuvenate. Stay tuned for part 2 this Friday.Head over to the show notes: www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/teacher-tipsIn this episode on the #1 teaching tips from experts, we hear:Top experts in teaching who share their number one teaching tips in various areas such as number sense, burnout, classroom management, and cultural inclusivity.Personalized one-on-one education has been shown to be effective in helping children succeed, according to Maxwell Roach, the founder of John Abe's Learning Club.How scheduling work time realistically and intentionally to allow for focus and being present outside of work, which is essential for maintaining a healthy work-life balanceHow integrating content standards beyond STEM and into other subjects can open up more time during the day for brain-busting work disguised as fun, according to Carrie Tracy from Feelgood Teaching.And SO MUCH MORE!Resources mentioned:Educate & RejuvenateKeri Brown - Website, Instagram, FacebookBrittany Blackwell- Website, Instagram, PodcastKristina Harill- Website, Instagram, FacebookLoren Thorpe- Facebook, BlogDebbie Chaimberlain- Website, InstagramShannon & Mary- Website, PodcastMax Roach- Website, Instagram, YoutubeKerry Tracy- Website, Facebook, InstagramLinda Kardamis- Website, Instagram, PodcastJocelynn Hubbard- Website, Instagram, PodcastMrs. P's Specialties- WebsiteRachael Parlett- Website, InstagramAmy H- Website, Instagram, FacebookShametria Banks- Facebook, Instagram

As human's we have our own blind spots. We probably often see this with our own kids or the students we teach in our class too. We see what's right there, but they can't.What our BIG BLIND SPOT is... is how our unconscious thoughts drive SO MUCH of our lives and in fact we often believe the stories our brain is serving us without questioning them. Our brains can often hinder us, getting in the way of reaching our goals and living our best lives.On today's episode I'm diving into some really fascinating content about what our brains do… sharing some funny stories too… and ultimately, sharing a simple mindset tool that has been a game changer for me, and can be for you, too.In this episode, I share a powerful mindset tool that has helped me overcome these challenges, and can help you too. I share personal stories about how I’ve used this mindset hack to uplevel my life and reach my goals. From launching my own podcast, creating a teacher planner, organizing events for teachers, as well as getting invited to professional development opportunities and even signing a book deal. These successes are all thanks to the powerful mindset tool that I’m excited to share with you.Throughout today's episode, I give you tips to help you understand how and when to use this mindset tool and how to differentiate between thought and circumstance.So if you’re a teacher or mommy (or both!) looking to improve your life and reach your goals, make sure to listen to today's episode. You won’t want to miss out on this simple mindset hack that can change your life.Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/mindset-hackIn this episode on the simple mindset hack to uplevel your teacher life, I discuss:How our minds can often hold us back from achieving our goals and reaching our full potentialThe importance of thoughts and circumstances and how to differentiate between the twoThe benefit of implementing a simple mindset hack so we can overcome these mental hurdles and start making progress towards our aspirationsHow this mindset hack involves shifting our thinking from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset, which allows us to embrace challenges and view failures as opportunities for growthWhy it is import to adopt this growth mindset mentality and how you can unlock your full potential and achieve success