Joyful in Primary Podcast

Teacher, today's topic is an icky subject, but it's so important. That's because it has, or will, happen to all of us! You know that kid, or kids, that make you want to quit? It hurts my heart to admit it, but it happens!

When this kid gains ground in your thoughts so much that your reactions are based more on feelings than thoughts, it's time for a reset. Maybe you can't fix the situation. What you can control is yourself.

I'm here to tell you that thoughts are powerful. Come with me for a mindset shift that won't make everything glitter and rainbows, but it will give you motivation, purpose, and help you finish the year with that child with impact.

Don't forget to come back for Part 2 for strategies!

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Teacher Friend, I see you over there caring for everyone in your teaching world. You place so much value on your students, their families, your coworkers, and your administrators. That's a good thing!

But what happens when you try to do so many things for so many people? Overwhelm. Burnout. Those might as well be four letter words, and you don't need any part of them!

So how about we set some boundaries together? This is teacher selfcare, and it isn't selfish at all. When you're at your best for the things that you do, you and the people you are pouring into are better off.

Let's do it!

If you need more like this, check out these posts:

• Burnout Buster Series Part 1: Anchor Thoughts
• My 2-Step Process to Tackle Teacher Overwhelm
• Core Beliefs of the Most Effective Primary Teachers
• Find Your Teacher Cheerleaders
• Dear Tired Teacher
• Self Care for the Primary Teacher's Soul

Hello Teacher Friend! It's been a while, but I am back, and I'm so happy to get to talk with you again. I'm going to share why I've been away and how I've grown in the meantime.

Today I'm sharing three tips for teaching in harmony.

1. Be in harmony with your time
2. See the harmony in every day
3. Be in harmony with your purpose and passion

Ready to talk about what each of these mean for you? Let's dive right in and make you a more joyful teacher TODAY!

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Let's do it!

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Now that we've got a solid foundation under us, let's add on the other layers of classroom management so that our teacher sunflower can sink its roots deep down and thrive.

It all started with last episode's bedrock principles. Now, we're going to talk about three other layers of classroom management that will lead to a joyful, efficient, wonderful place for our students, and ourselves, to thrive.

The key is to choose one layer at a time to focus on. Don't get overwhelmed by trying to tackle them all at once. Pick the one that needs the most work and start there. You can do it!

Links in today's episode:
Today's blog post (with illustration of Layers of Joyful Management Framework)
Last week's blog post
Joyful Teacher Academy waitlist

If classroom management is a big, scary, eyeballs all over the place, monster of a blob to you, then this episode is for you! To be honest, my first few years of teaching, I thought a prize box and candy were the key to classroom management.

I have learned better.

And today, I'm going to help you on your journey to taming classroom management. I'm going to show you the framework I use that keeps my students well managed, engaged, and adds to my teacher joy. We'll start with the most fundamental aspect of classroom management and next week we'll work our way up.

I promise, you can tame the classroom management blob too!

Links in today's episode:
Today's blog post
Joyful Teacher Academy waitlist

Teacher, last week we talked about building connections with our students' families. While these may be the most important connections, that doesn't mean we focus on our students any less.

Today's strategy will not only help us build connections with students, it will actually strengthen those connections with families, and it gives them a lifelong skill.

Depression and anxiety are major problems in our country, and they are affecting our precious students as well.

 One of the culprits is negative self-talk. I used to do it, and I'm betting you do or did too. It's natural, but it is not helpful.

I'm going to share how we can teach our students to combat that while they are young. Imagine being able to encourage themselves from childhood!

Are you ready? (Don't forget to grab your FREE downloads below!)

Links in today's episode:
Today's blog post
Last week's blog post - Family Connections
Classroom Mantra Starter Kit
SEL Toolkit
SEL blog post
Joyful Teacher Academy Waitlist

Hey there, teacher! How about a secret weapon to deepen those relationships with the families of your students? This is super effective, and it isn't complicated at all!

Today I'm sharing three strategies to use your voice to connect with families. Think about how powerful a conversation is with someone you care about. Now imagine that your students' families get to hear your voice regularly.

I'm going to show you how to make this efficient and manageable, because I know you have a full plate. Are you ready?

Links in today's episode:
Today's blog post
Last week's blog post
YouTube channel
Joyful Teacher Academy waitlist

 Dear Teacher, I'm back! Since the last time we chatted, the area in the Appalachians where I live has endured a historic flood. There has been so much devastation, loss, and grief.

Today, I'm sharing my story, because I think it may encourage you. You see, there are three things in particular that I appreciate so much more now. More than likely, you have these gifts right now.

So let's take a minute to be grateful for these precious gifts and let them motivate you as a brand new school year is underway.

Links in today's episode:
Today's blog post
YouTube Channel

Teacher, we're at the end of our series! This is the perfect way to end out your school year. Today's episode will fuel you up so you're ready to start a new year.

Don't worry, this won't eat up your entire summer. But focusing purposefully over the summer will let you have pool time, family time, and jump start you for August.

Are you ready?

Links for today's episode:
Today's blog post

You have stressors. I have stressors. All of us primary teachers have stressors.

That's no secret. But what you may not know is that we can make them work for us. Those stressors can help us create a year with more joy than the last. If we put our focus there, we can design solutions so those stressors don't continue to steal our joy.

This third episode in our series will have you ready to tackle the parts of your day that you dread the most. Imagine walking back into your classroom in August with brand new pens, notebooks, and a plan to keep those stressors under control!

Links in today's episode:
Today's blog post (with free workbook)