Teaching can be full of joy, but it can also bring some of the hardest challenges. In this episode of The Port, Rachel talks with Sarah, an experienced educator who shares openly about navigating personal hardship while still showing up for her students.

Sarah reminds us that encouragement and hope are not abstract ideas—they are practices we can choose, even in difficult seasons. From trusting your gut to journaling three good things each day, she offers simple but powerful ways to stay grounded in what is good.

This conversation is about resilience, perspective, and finding joy, even when life feels overwhelming. Sarah’s wisdom and honesty will leave you encouraged and ready to keep going.

About our guest:

Sarah is a 5th grade teacher with 19 years of experience in education, including time as both a classroom teacher and an instructional coach. She loves building strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues, and she reminds us of the importance of smiling, laughing, and leaning on the people and practices that bring hope and joy.