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In this episode, Rachel shares her personal journey of leaving the classroom, the emotional and practical challenges she faced, and how she rebuilt her life and work to thrive outside of teaching. This episode offers insights into burnout, recovery, and creating a sustainable life after teaching.

Chapters
00:00 The Decision to Leave Teaching
02:15 The Complexity of Grief and Healing
06:19 Packing Up Memories
08:59 The Transition and Grieving Process
13:42 Reflections on Teacher Value and Respect
17:00 Navigating Mixed Emotions
20:11 Learning to Thrive Beyond the Classroom

Resources

Recovering From the Classroom (Blog Post)