Anti-Burnout For English Teachers, a podcast for inspired teaching

67. Beyond the Witches: Addressing Mental Health Through Macbeth

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In this episode, we go beyond the witches to explore how Macbeth offers insights into ambition, performance, and mental health—both in the play and in the classroom.

Tune in for:

  • Ambition and Inner Conflict: How Macbeth’s public persona hides his private fears—and how this mirrors the experience of teachers.
    • Music Connections: Explore thematic connections with Janelle Monáe’s “Tightrope.”
    • Fact-Checking the Witches: A classroom activity where students analyze equivocation in the witches' prophecies and fact-check modern political speeches.
    • Teacher Reflection: Insights on walking the tightrope of teaching, balancing external performance with internal well-being.
    • Practical Ideas: Strategies and activities you can use right away to engage students with Macbeth.

      • Whether you’re looking to explore Gothic themes, mental health, or fresh ways to teach Macbeth, this episode offers both inspiration and practical tools.


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