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In this episode, Lisa gets real about the unspoken culture of overworking in education and the guilt that often comes with leaving at contract time. She challenges the outdated idea that staying late equals dedication and reminds teachers that balance, not burnout, leads to better teaching. Through personal stories, practical strategies, and gentle truth-telling, Lisa empowers educators to set boundaries, protect their time, and leave school guilt-free—because great teachers don’t need to stay late to make a difference.
Resources Mentioned: Free training: 3 Simple and Powerful Ways to Cultivate Independence in Your Special Education Classroom
Show Notes: https://chalkboardsuperhero.com/episode105
By Lisa Hollady, Special Education Teacher5
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In this episode, Lisa gets real about the unspoken culture of overworking in education and the guilt that often comes with leaving at contract time. She challenges the outdated idea that staying late equals dedication and reminds teachers that balance, not burnout, leads to better teaching. Through personal stories, practical strategies, and gentle truth-telling, Lisa empowers educators to set boundaries, protect their time, and leave school guilt-free—because great teachers don’t need to stay late to make a difference.
Resources Mentioned: Free training: 3 Simple and Powerful Ways to Cultivate Independence in Your Special Education Classroom
Show Notes: https://chalkboardsuperhero.com/episode105

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