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This episode dives into the often-unspoken struggles of teachers amid a landscape riddled with burnout and emotional turmoil. Join Diestene Williams, an established educator and advocate for teacher wellness who shares her powerful journey navigating the complexities of teaching, trauma, and recovery.

In this conversation, we dissect the cultural pressures that lead to burnout and the damaging notion of “grinding through” struggles without taking the necessary time for personal well-being. Diestene shares her personal experiences of facing significant challenges, including a traumatic accident with her class and years spent in demoralizing environments. She provides crucial insights into the guilt associated with taking time off while acknowledging that educators often wear their exhaustion as a badge of honor.

Listeners will come away with practical strategies for re-establishing balance, including the importance of community and support networks as integral elements of recovery. Diestene emphasizes the need to come together, share experiences, and support each other as we navigate the tumultuous waters of teaching.

If you or someone you know is struggling with burnout or exploring how to cultivate a more fulfilling teaching experience, this episode offers a beacon of hope and actionable advice. Join the conversation, reclaim your joy, and explore how educators can collectively rise above the challenges of burnout. Don't forget to follow Diestene on LinkedIn for more tools and resources to support your journey.

Contact Diestene:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/yogakinship/

https://www.yogakinship.com/

emall: [email protected]  

Instagram @kinshipeducation

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Read the Episode Transcript on the TAUGHT website.

Connect with host Amy Schamberg on LinkedIn

Explore:

• Learn more about the Total Worker Health® approach from NIOSH
• Discover Amy’s wellness workshops, coaching, and consulting at amyschamberg.com
• Check out the book that started it all! Taught: The Very Private Journal of One Bad Teacher by Melissa Lafort — Available on Amazon

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