From the Ashes

Breaking Free from Classroom Burnout: A Quest to Revitalize Educators with Carman Murray

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Join us on this episode of From the Ashes as we sit down with Carman Murray, an educator turned author, speaker, and mentor. Carman shares her powerful story of leaving a 15-year teaching career to embrace her authentic calling. Carman is one of my mentors and her commitment to empowering others to thrive is truly powerful. With deep insights into self-care, authenticity, and overcoming limiting beliefs, Carman's journey will inspire you to take control of your own destiny.

Note: We use the acronyms "YHC" and "WPA" in our conversation. YHC = Yoga Health Coaching, and WPA = Wellness Pro Academy, two professional programs developed by our mentor Cate Stillman.

Key Moments:
  • [02:28] Carman’s background: Transitioning from a 15-year teaching career.
  • [08:08] Recognizing the signs of burnout and the role of health habits.
  • [14:11] Layers of self-care and the importance of addressing underlying issues..
  • [26:58] Carman on leaving teaching: Decisions driven by family priorities.
  • [30:17] Overcoming burnout: Learning to slow down and practice self-care.
  • [39:27] Creating intentionality and aligning with personal values.
  • [44:09] Three essential guiding questions for life.

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    Carman's Three Essential Questions to Guide Your Life:
    1. What do you want to create?
      • Focus on intentionality in your actions and decisions.
      • How are you grounded in yourself and your beliefs?
        • Ensure your actions align with your core values and true self.
        • What did you do for yourself today?
          • Prioritize self-care and nurturing your own well-being.
            • About Our Guest:

            Carman Murray, B.Ed. and Certified Yoga Health Coach, is a seasoned educator turned author, speaker, and mentor who understands the challenges faced by women. Her mission? To empower you not just to survive, but to thrive. Carman’s journey of growth led her to inspire and support other women as they discover their own potential.

            With candor and compassion, she helps you identify self-sabotage patterns and guides you toward strategic steps to reach your goals. Drawing from her roles as a mom, ranch wife, healer, yoga instructor, and teacher, Carman brings consistency, accountability, and inspiration to those she mentors. When she’s not transforming lives, Carman loves working alongside her husband on their ranch and hitting the slopes with her kids.

            Connect with Carman:
            • Website: Healthy Teachers
            • Book: Teachers First: A Guide to Avoiding and Overcoming Burnout in the Classroom (Available on Amazon and Chapters)
            • Instagram: @healthyteachershealthyclasses
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                From the AshesBy Valerie Hwang Beck