In episode 125 of Wife, Teacher, Mommy: The Podcast, our life coaches, including, host Kelsey Sorensen, Bonnie Wiscombe, Chrissy Nichols, Francini Estes, and Kamee Bisson share their insights and personal experiences, focusing on how educators & homeschool parents can create intentional lives and alleviate burnout and overwhelm.

Self-Care and Time Management Strategies

One of the key themes the coaching panel discusses in the episode is the importance of self-care and effective time management within an educator's busy schedule. Our coaches emphasize the significance of daily care, goal setting, and scheduling backward design. They share valuable insights on time management and befriending the calendar. "Me time" is highlighted as essential for maintaining balance, including practical suggestions for integrating self-care into daily routines, such as utilizing pockets of time during children's activities for personal rejuvenation.

Mindset and Personal Empowerment

In the episode, our coaches delve deep into the power of mindset and personal empowerment in combating overwhelm and reclaiming a sense of control. They emphasize the necessity of recognizing one's agency in navigating overwhelming circumstances, by encouraging listeners to assess their priorities and release unnecessary burdens to alleviate stress. Additionally, they advocate for using the phrase "I choose" to reclaim personal power and regain control in daily decision-making so that you can make intentional choices aligned with your well-being.

Balancing Responsibilities and Self-Care

A central focus of the discussion is the delicate balance between professional responsibilities and self-care. Our coaches highlight the importance of setting an achievable "minimum baseline" with your daily goals. Plus, they advocate for a mindful approach to balancing internal thought patterns and attitudes by journaling and reframing your thoughts to manage overwhelm and find joy in the face of challenges.

Conclusion and Actionable Insights

The insights and strategies offered by our coaches in this episode present actionable steps for educators and homeschool parents to cultivate intentional lives and navigate the complexities of their professional roles. The wisdom our panel shares underscores the significance of self-care, empowerment, mindful scheduling, and flexibility as foundational pillars for creating intentional and fulfilling lives in the education field. By embracing these principles, educators can foster resilience and well-being, ultimately enhancing their effectiveness and impact in the classroom and beyond. With practical strategies and transformative perspectives, our Wife Teacher Mommy coaches illuminate a pathway for educators and homeschool parents to embrace intentional living, nurture self-care, and ultimately craft lives of intention, purpose, and fulfillment.

Resources mentioned:

• Wife Teacher Mommy Club
• Educate and Rejuvenate Summer 2024
• Bonnie's Website
• Chrissy's Website
• Francini's Website
• Kamee's Instagram

Create an intentional life related episodes and blog posts:

• All Your Questions Answered By Our Life Coaches [episode 119]
• SELF CARE FOR MOMS [EXCLUSIVE FULL COACHING CALL!]
• A TASTE OF EDUCATE AND REJUVENATE [EPISODE 116]
• LET’S TALK TEACHER SELF CARE WITH BRITTANY BLACKWELL [EPISODE 95]
• HOW TO MAKE AN INTENTIONAL SCHEDULE (AND ACTUALLY STICK TO IT!) [EPISODE 77]
• GET TO KNOW YOUR TEACHER LIFE COACHES (KELSEY & CHRISSY) [EPISODE 76]
• SELF DEVELOPMENT FOR HOMESCHOOL MOMS WITH BONNIE WISCOMBE [EPISODE 72]
• Teacher Mindset: The 5-Step Framework That Will Change the Way You Think About Teaching and Life [Episode 39]
• SNEAK PEEK INSIDE WIFE TEACHER MOMMY LIFE COACHING WITH CHRISSY NICHOLS [EPISODE 26]
• END OF YEAR FATIGUE WITH CHRISSY NICHOLS [EPISODE 10]