In this episode of The Balanced Educator Podcast, we explore what it means to truly slow down and be present—it’s not just about moving slower but savoring each moment, like actually smelling your morning coffee! We share our experiences as teachers practicing mindfulness in the classroom and the positive impact it had on both our own well-being and our students’ focus and calm. Whether you’re a teacher or parent, tune in to discover practical tips for bringing mindfulness into your life and creating space to breathe, both at home and in the classroom.

In this episode of The Balanced Educator Podcast, we explore what it means to truly slow down and be present—it’s not just about moving slower but savoring each moment, like actually smelling your morning coffee! We share our experiences as teachers practicing mindfulness in the classroom and the positive impact it had on both our own well-being and our students’ focus and calm. Whether you’re a teacher or parent, tune in to discover practical tips for bringing mindfulness into your life and creating space to breathe, both at home and in the classroom.

Experimenting with Slowing Down: Simple Mindfulness Practices

The Balanced Educator Podcast helps K–12 teachers create calmer, more focused classrooms—without extra prep.

Hosted by teachers who understand today’s classrooms, each episode shares ready-to-use mindfulness practices, social-emotional learning (SEL) strategies, and growth mindset tools. You’ll find support for classroom management, student self-regulation, emotional intelligence, mental health &amp; more.

Press play for practical, evidence-based guidance to reduce teacher stress and help both you &amp; your students thrive.

👉 Visit www.breathegrowthrive.com for free resources and actionable tips!

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The Balanced Educator Podcast helps K–12 teachers create calmer, more focused classrooms—without extra prep. Hosted by teachers who understand today’s classrooms, each episode shares ready-to-use mindfulness practices, social-emotional learning (SEL) strategies, and growth mindset tools. You’ll find support for classroom management, student self-regulation, emotional intelligence, mental health & more. Press play for practical, evidence-based guidance to reduce teacher stress and help both you & your students thrive. 👉 Visit www.breathegrowthrive.com for free resources and actionable tips!

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