Teach 4 the Heart

Do you lie down to sleep only to find your mind racing with a million thoughts, concerns, and questions? Listen to and discover a beautifully simple way to quiet your mind each evening, resulting in more sleep and less anxiety. Compline: Evening Liturgies for Anxious Souls: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/compline-evening-liturgies-for-anxious-souls/id1509076756 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dJphTNj9KJBlhX9Yf48GD Join one of our free summer book clubs at www.teach4theheart.com/bookclub

We all hoped next fall everything would be back to normal, but now we're not so sure. Theories and ideas abound about what form next school year will take. So what are we as teachers to do? How can we plan when we don't know what we're planning for? Where do we spend our time when there's so much uncertainty? In this episode, we discuss six imperatives that will help focus us on what matters most - and avoid draining our energy worrying about possibilities that may or may not ever materialize. Save this episode to revisit throughout the summer! Get the notes at www.teach4theheart.com/145. Find out more about Angela Watson's 40 Hour Teacher Workweek Club at www.teach4theheart.com/40hourteacher. And join one of our summer book clubs at www.teach4theheart.com/bookclub.

Believe it or not, you have learned and grown SO MUCH as a teacher through this crisis. Don't let all that growth go to waste! Schedule a time of reflection where you consider what you've learned and what you want to do differently when things are back to "normal." Join us in our summer book club at www.teach4theheart.com/bookclub.

As we consider ending the year without most of our well-beloved traditions, we can seek out other ways to connect and create a sense of closure. Listen for some ideas & inspiration. Collaborate in our Facebook group at www.teach4theheart.com/facebook.

Today I just want to say thank you. Thank you, teachers, for all you are doing to help students continue to learn and grow. You are amazing. Save the date for the Rise Up Summit - an online conference for Christian educators - October 22-27, 2020. Get details at www.riseupchristianeducators.com.

Distance learning has completely upended our end-of-the-year traditions, but that doesn't mean we can't still do something meaningful, engaging, and even fun in the final days of school. Listen to discover a fun (low-prep) project you can use to review, create a sense of closure, and even create fun memories in these last days of distance learning. Get the notes at www.teach4theheart.com/144 Join the summer book club at www.teach4theheart.com/bookclub

While we all wish we could go on those field trips we had planned, a virtual one might be the next best thing! Listen for some cool ideas, and plan one with your class. Watch the free Respectful, Responsible, & Engaged training at www.teach4theheart.com/teachertraining.

We've been doing distance learning for awhile now, but in most cases, we're not done yet. Now is a great time to evaluate what you've been doing and look for ways to simplify even further. Ask yourself, "what matters most" and focus on that. Get the virtual classroom rules list at www.teach4theheart.com/virtual.

The title of our podcast is Teach 4 the Heart. But what exactly does that mean? Join us as we discuss what it means - and why it matters! Join us for our 21-Day Prayer Challenge at www.teach4theheart.com/prayerchallenge.

Are you trying to teach from home while simultaneously taking care of your own kids? Join us for some helpful ideas to make things go just a bit more smoothly. Get the notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/143

I've found that when I sit down on Friday and spend a few minutes planning the next week, I not only get more done but I'm also able to let go of the mental stress and actually enjoy time off over the weekend. Listen as I explain exactly how this works. For more ideas, check out our free Reclaim Your Time Challenge at www.teach4theheart.com/reclaim

Today I'm sharing some insights from Paul David Tripp's book, Parenting that absolutely apply to teaching. Let's talk about the amazing work of God's grace to empower us to teach in His strength.

As I've found my emotions all over the place, I've found comfort in the fact that God cares about our tears and struggles. Join us as we imagine a picture of God as a comforting Father, crying with us and walking with us through this crisis. Join the prayer challenge at www.teach4theheart.com/prayerchallenge. Join us in Teach Uplifted at www.teachuplifted.com.

In this special episode, Colleen Hoffman shares lessons learned from her challenging journey of watching her baby granddaughter suffer through - and ultimately die from - cancer. But this episode is anything but depressing. Colleen challenges us to look to God, raise our shield of faith, and trust Him and His definition of good during each moment of our own trials. I first heard this talk last October, but I listened to it again as I was struggling with my own thoughts & emotions during this current crisis. I knew her wisdom and hard-earned experience would be a huge help to so many of you, and I pray you will be edified in the Lord. This episode can also be found at www.teach4theheart.com/142. Join us in Teach Uplifted at www.teachuplifted.com.

NOTE: We recorded this episode before the current crisis exploded into our world, but as I went back and listened, I found the truths amazingly applicable to what we're all facing today. So I hope this episode will be an encouragement to you. **** Sometimes we might wonder if we are in the right school, the right grade level, the right profession - but God has you right where you are for a reason. He didn't make a mistake, and we can rest in that truth. Join us for our 21-Day Prayer Challenge at www.teach4theheart.com/prayerchallenge.

We're all struggling with the lack of our normal interactions, and that means the connections you have with your students are more important than ever! Join us as we hear encouragement from Kim Pendleton, who's been teaching online for two years. Join our Facebook group at www.teach4theheart.com/facebook

As teachers, we deal with a plethora of challenges and are often even mistreated. But Christ's example and Paul's admonition in Philippians 2:1-13 can be a huge encouragement for us not to worry so much about what we think we deserve but to instead seek to serve our students and those around us. Join us for our 21-Day Prayer Challenge at www.teach4theheart.com/prayerchallenge.

Are you stressed about all the things that are out of your control during this crisis? Join us for a word of encouragement about how to let go and trust the One who holds everything in the palm of His hands. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/141 Join Teach Uplifted at www.teachuplifted.com

Sometimes a situation (whether inside or outside the classroom) feels simply impossible. But nothing is impossible with God, and He can redeem even the messiest of situations. Join us in our upcoming prayer challenge at www.teach4theheart.com/prayerchallenge

Is your head spinning as you scramble to transition to distance learning? These five questions will help guide your thoughts and actions towards what matters most.

Some people are finding themselves with extra time during this quarantine, but others of us have more responsibilities than ever! If you're feeling overwhelmed, join us as we discuss how to experience God's rest even as we tackle our mile-long to-do lists.

Are you missing your students? Missing teaching? Let's talk about what to do with all these challenging emotions.

As teachers, we like plans! So how do we cope with all the uncertainty all around us? Join us as we discuss how Gospel hope can help us navigate this unique challenge.

As you face distance learning & COVID closures, do you find yourself wondering if you're doing enough for your students? In this special episode, we look at Biblical principles that will help you serve your students without taking on too much.

I've always thought of work and rest as two separate things, but God is showing me the amazing power of working out of rest. I explain what that means in this quick episode. Grab your copy of Take Heart & Teach at www.teach4theheart.com/take-heart.

Life looks so different than it did a week ago. In this special episode, we discuss how we at Teach 4 the Heart are seeking to support you during this challenging time. You'll also hear words of encouragement and ideas for how to keep faith and focus while we wait.

We just released a teaching jobs board where you can submit and search job openings. If you know of an opening, please let the community know about it. And if you're searching for a job, you can view recommendations as well. Simply head to www.teach4theheart.com/jobs to view or submit teaching job openings.

Do you ever feel like lessons or activities have to be fun in order to be engaging? Well, that's not true! There are other ways to make lessons engaging, and we'll share them in today's episode. For more ideas, join us for the free Respectful, Responsible, & Engaged training at www.teach4theheart.com/trainings.

Do you ever wonder why your classroom management isn't working? I reveal the answer in today's episode. Join us for our FREE Classroom Management Solutions training at www.teach4theheart.com/trainings.

Last July Janyne McConnaughey joined us to discuss trauma-sensitive teaching and how to support students affected by trauma. But what about when we as teachers are dealing with the effects of trauma? Join us for an enlightening conversation about how trauma might be impacting us as teachers - and how to find healing and hope. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/137

Do you ever feel tension with wanting to be kind but feeling you should be more strict? Join us for a quick conversation about how to balance kindness & firmness in the classroom. Join us in our upcoming FREE classroom management live trainings at www.teach4theheart.com/trainings.

No one longs for a discipline issue to interrupt their day, but what if those interruptions are actually important opportunities - opportunities God has brought you to help that student learn and grow? Join us as we consider this together. Join one of our free trainings at www.teach4theheart.com/trainings.

As teachers, we often count a day successful if our lessons go well, the kids mostly behave, or we get a lot done. But is God's measure of a successful day? Let's consider this important question together. Join us in Teach with Faith, not Fear or Teach for Eternity at https://academy.teach4theheart.com.

None of us enjoy negative feedback, but how we respond to it can truly change the course of our career. Will we get upset and defensive? Or will we use it as an opportunity to grow? Get the notes and links at www.teach4theheart.com/podcast136 Find out more about CEAI at www.teach4theheart.com/ceai

If you've been teaching long, you've probably been the target of a parent's stress and frustration. But rather than taking it personally, we can understand where this frustration is likely coming from and respond with compassion. Listen to discover how! Join Beyond Classroom Management at www.teach4theheart.com/beyond

Parents often make unreasonable requests – often without even realizing quite how unreasonable they are. Today we discuss how we should respond to them. Find out more about Classroom Management 101 at www.teach4theheart.com/cm101.

Now is the perfect time to shore up & reteach your procedures. Listen to discover tips & resources to help you do just that. Join the free 5-Day Classroom Management Tune-Up at www.teach4theheart.com/tuneup Start the free Classroom Management Minicourse at www.teach4theheart.com/minicourse

No matter where you teach, helping students understand worldview is important. In Christian schools, we want to guide them towards Biblical thinking; and in public schools, we can ask questions that will cause them to consider these important questions for themselves. Join us for an enlightening conversation with Eric Reenders, author of Rooftop Perspectives. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/135 Find out more about the Christian Educators' Virtual Summit at www.christianeducatorssummit.com.

When we see or experience difficult things like death, serious illness, abuse, or trauma, we may struggle with our thoughts and emotions. Today we talk about why it's right to mourn these difficult effects of the fall. Find out more about Teach Uplifted at www.teachuplifted.com

Listen to discover how to leverage parent a key parent volunteer to save you tons of time and effort planning class parties & events. Join one of our free book clubs at www.teach4theheart.com/bookclub

Discover the power of replacing "you" rules with "I" statements - a simple tweak that might be just what you need.

Teaching is tough, and sometimes we feel down. Listen to discover over 20 ideas from fellow teachers for how to lift your spirts when you're feeling frustrated or encouraged. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/134

Love & Logic's One-Sentence Intervention is a super simple way to build rapport – even if you don't have much time.

Ever feel like meetings are a waste of time? Implementing an issue list will turn meetings into effective and powerful tool.

If we find our identity in teaching, it will create a myriad of problems and keep us from experiencing the soul rest we desperately need.

In our culture, we're often told the importance of loving ourselves, having good self-esteem, and thinking positively. But how does this jive with the message of the Gospel? Join us to discover how the Gospel offers something radically different – and so much better than the self-love and positivity movement. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/133 Find out more about the Gospel at www.truthforlife.org/thestory

Our physical rest and self-care should be tied to spiritual refreshment as we enjoy God and what He has done. Join us to discover what this might look like in your life.

God designed us to need Sabbath rest, and we cannot violate our need for rest without consequences. Join the 40 Hour Teacher Fast Track program at www.teach4theheart.com/40hourteacher.

This year, let's resolve to STOP doing something. And, no, I'm not talking about a bad habit. Today I'm encouraging you to stop doing something good – with the goal of having more time and energy for something even better. Join the 40 Hour Teacher Workweek Fast Track program at www.teach4theheart.com/40hourteacher

As teachers, a million and one things are coming at us all the time, threatening to overwhelm us. Join us as we discuss how to simplify & declutter your life so that you can be happier & more effective as a teacher. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/simplify Find out more about the 40 Hour Teacher Workweek Fast Track program at www.teach4theheart.com/40hourteacher