Teacher Mindset Matters

In this episode, you’ll hear from a doctor who works in South Sudan, a place where life can be very hard.

Hasan shares how he stays calm, strong, and hopeful, even when there’s war and people are sick around him.

You’ll learn how teachers can use the same ideas to handle stress, stay positive, and build their own mental first aid kit for tough days in the classroom.

Enjoy this episode!

Today on Teacher Mindset Matters podcast, I’m talking to Jason, a teacher who has worked hard on platforms like Preply, Cambly, and is now building his own business. He knows what it’s like to put in long hours, stay consistent, and wait for results.

Jason will share how he’s learned to raise his prices, work with students who value his time, and keep going when things feel slow.

His story is proof that with patience, action, and the right mindset, teachers can create the freedom they dream about.

Let’s get started!

In this episode, I share with teachers a super-simple way to help new students say “yes” to their lessons.

1. First, ask the student to explain what’s hard for them right now (that’s the Need).

2. Next, let them describe the cool goal they want to reach, like getting confident speaking (that’s the Dream).

3. Finally, explain how your class is the path that takes them from the Need to the Dream (that’s the Bridge).

Remember these three steps and signing up new students will feel much easier!

🎙️ Enjoy my podcast episode.  

In this episode, I want to talk to you about something simple, but really important.
It’s for those days when something didn’t go well.
Maybe a conversation left you feeling uneasy.
Maybe a lesson just didn’t work.
Maybe you’re still thinking about it, even though the day is already over.

Sometimes we’re told, “Just be grateful” or “Find the silver lining.”
But let’s be honest, that’s not always possible.
Sometimes, we’re not ready to be thankful for something that hurt.
And that’s okay.

What you can do, though, is something I call mental hygiene, a short practice to help your mind feel a little clearer before bed.
Think of it like brushing your teeth, but for your thoughts.

Let’s walk through it together. Enjoy this episode!

This episode only takes 5 minutes, which is perfect for a quick listen before you start your day.

We talk about why the first 5 minutes of your morning are a sacred time that sets the tone for everything.

You’ll learn three simple things to do in those minutes to help you feel calm, focused, and ready to teach.

Give yourself this little gift every morning, and see how it changes your day!

🎙️ In this episode, I talk with Gorkem, a teacher just like you.

She tells us her story about how she used to feel super stressed and worried every day, and how she learned to notice that little voice in her head that said mean things or made her doubt herself.

Now, she’s found ways to feel calmer and stronger when teaching.

Listen to how she did it, maybe you’ll hear something you can try, too!

If you would like to book a free 45-minute Saboteur Discovery Session with me, here is the link: https://go.oncehub.com/Stefyss

I can help you find our what is stopping you from having more calm, clarity, and joy in your days.

In Episode 16 of my Teacher Mindset Matters podcast, I share my story of living with the Hyper-Achiever saboteur.

From childhood, I tied my worth to achievements. I talk about how it pushed me but also caused pain.

Then I discovered what was really going on and started to change.

This episode is about how I learned to enjoy the process and find peace beyond success as a teacher.

🎙️If you want to understand your own saboteurs and feel better, this is for you.

In Episode 15 of my podcast Teacher Mindset Matters, I am joined by Alan Welch to share quick and easy mindset tips teachers can use to feel calm and happy, even on busy mornings or if they only have 3 minutes.

We talk about how to take care of yourself and find joy in small moments.

Plus, Alan shares the best wellness tip for teachers at the end.

🎙️ Don’t miss it!

In this episode, we talk about what really holds you back, and that's your own inner doubts.

You’ll learn how to stop overthinking, trust yourself more, and build a teaching or coaching business that feels right and pays well.

Also, this is the assessment I mentioned in my podcast that will help you identify your saboteurs because as I mention "Awareness is the first step towards growth."

https://assessment.positiveintelligence.com/saboteur/overview

If you want both freedom and fulfilment, this episode is for you.

What if I told you your income has less to do with how much you teach, and more to do with how much you value what you teach?

You could be the most dedicated teacher out there, but if you don’t see or own your value, your prices will reflect that and so will your students.

In this episode, we’ll speak the real reason your pricing might feel off: your relationship with your own value.

💡 Here’s what you’ll learn:

1. Why Your Belief in Your Value = Your Earning Potential

We’ll explore how seeing your teaching as valuable (instead of just “helpful”) can shift your confidence and your income.

2. Common Money Saboteurs Thoughts

The thoughts like “I shouldn’t charge too much” or “No one will pay for this” are sneaky ways we discount ourselves, we’ll learn where they come from and how to shift them.

3. How to Attract Students Who Value What You Offer

You’ll learn simple mindset and messaging changes to help you price with clarity and attract students who respect and invest in your work.

Enjoy the episode!