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"Stressed Out by the End of the School Year? Don't Miss These 7 Game-Changing Tips!"

The end of the school year can be an exhausting whirlwind of activities, assessments, and organizational chaos. Whether you are a new teacher or a seasoned one, you will find something in these end-of-year teacher tips to take away some stress and add some fun to your precious last few days with your students.

 Discover the best teacher tips for:

1. Keeping students engaged with fun, low-prep activities (no devices required!)
2. Managing overwhelming end-of-year paperwork like a pro
3. Clever classroom packing and clean-up hacks to save your sanity
4. Simple ways to make the last weeks memorable for your students
5. Avoiding classic first-year teacher mistakes
6. Self-care strategies to relieve stress and cherish the moment
7. And more surprises to make this your smoothest year-end ever!

Whether you're a brand-new teacher or a seasoned veteran, this episode is your survival guide to crossing the finish line with joy and zen. Hit play and get ready to conquer the end-of-year chaos!

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Freedom From the Obligatory Teacher Duty Trap: Reclaim Your Time Without Guilt

Are you drowning under a pile of extra "duties" no one else wants - graduation planning, coaching teams, chairing committees? So many teachers get stuck on the never-ending obligatory duty carousel, scared to get off for fear of looking like a slacker or letting students down. This toxicity has to stop!

In this must-listen episode, learn a powerful mindset shift to escape the black hole of undesirable duties without burning bridges. Host Grace Stevens shares the exact script to push back professionally while still being a team player. Discover how to:

💡 Plant seeds early for a smooth "succession plan" transition 
💡 Say "Yes" without being handcuffed to the task forever
💡 Shut down guilt trips from manipulative colleagues or admins 
💡 Advocate for duties aligned with YOUR strengths and passions
💡 Learn the powerful "Yes, AND" strategy, because setting boundaries is not always a yes/no proposition

You pour your heart into nurturing students, but that doesn't mean signing up for every soul-sucking obligatory chore that lands on your plate. Learn how to draw healthy boundaries without jeopardizing your reputation or good standing. 

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Want to truly thrive in teaching without sacrificing your personal life?
Check out my signature on-demand self-study course, Balance Your Teacher Life. Complete details here: www.gracestevens.com/balance

📘 My latest (and greatest!) book:
The Empowered Teacher Toolkit
Check out the best-selling Positive Mindset Habits for Teachers book here
Beat Teacher Burnout with Better Boundaries book here

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This end-of-year season can be bittersweet for teachers - especially if you have made the difficult decision to leave education. I offer words of inspiration and support to educators who are leaving and those who feel abandoned and "left behind."

The decision to leave the teaching profession is rarely taken lightly, and it's important to honor the range of difficult emotions your colleagues are feeling. 

I hope this episode helps ❤️ and that you would consider sharing it with anyone who you feel could use some extra support today.

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Want to truly thrive in teaching without sacrificing your personal life?
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📘 My latest (and greatest!) book:
The Empowered Teacher Toolkit
Check out the best-selling Positive Mindset Habits for Teachers book here
Beat Teacher Burnout with Better Boundaries book here

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Have you ever had a Teacher Appreciation Week experience that, instead of leaving you feeling treasured and valued, added stress to your week and left you feeling deflated? Me too! Even with good intentions, overwhelmed administrators often miss the mark.

In this episode, I give some great tips for a budget-friendly Teacher Appreciation Week and even share a few of my favorite gestures in my two decades in the classroom. Actionable tips include:

❌  DON'T give gifts that create more work for teachers
 ❌ DON'T give insincere, last-minute gestures
 ❌ DON'T give food celebrations that barely anyone can participate in

✅  DO use the 5 suggestions in the podcast, most of which cost ZERO MONEY 💰
 that provide teachers with
✅ True support, fun, and appreciation

Share this episode with your favorite principal or that parent who is fixing to give you yet another framed photo of their child 🤣

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Want to truly thrive in teaching without sacrificing your personal life?
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📘 My latest (and greatest!) book:
The Empowered Teacher Toolkit
Check out the best-selling Positive Mindset Habits for Teachers book here
Beat Teacher Burnout with Better Boundaries book here

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Tired of the toxic culture of teachers one-upping each other's struggles? 

In this episode, I explore how to avoid competitive misery and build a supportive community to combat teacher burnout. Highlights include: 

🚨 Are you guilty of one-upping your colleagues' struggles instead of offering support?

💥 The toxic effects of competitive misery on teacher morale and burnout rates

⭐ Learn the "validate and bounce" strategy to disengage from negative dynamics

🤝 Explore ways to build a more uplifting, collaborative teaching community

I'll be honest, I get a little "passionate" in this episode, and don't even get me started on Teacher Quit Tok v. # TeacherLife - feelings can co-exist, and everyone's feelings are valid. 

Whether you're a new teacher drowning in responsibilities or a veteran educator stretched thin, this episode is a must-listen! Join the conversation and break free from the cycle of competitive misery.

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Want to truly thrive in teaching without sacrificing your personal life?
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📘 My latest (and greatest!) book:
The Empowered Teacher Toolkit
Check out the best-selling Positive Mindset Habits for Teachers book here
Beat Teacher Burnout with Better Boundaries book here

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Are you tired of "self-care" for teachers being weaponized, placing the burden of managing stress solely on you? This episode will empower you with authentic self-care strategies that go beyond the superficial and address the systemic issues educators face.

Highlights include:

😟 The Ugly Truth: How "self-care" has become a buzzword that dismisses the lack of support and unrealistic expectations placed on teachers

💅 Beyond Face Masks and Pedicures: Unpacking the difference between pampering and true, holistic self-care for educators

The 7 Empowering Strategies for Authentic Teacher Self-Care:

• Prioritize Your Basic Human Needs (sleep, hydration, nutrition)
• Take Mental Health Days (no guilt, no explanations needed)
• Normalize Doctor Appointments (your health comes first)
• Cultivate Healthy Habits at School (fresh air, movement, mindfulness)
• Build Connections and Support (in and out of school)
• Set Healthy Boundaries (the game-changer for avoiding teacher burnout)
• Reconnect with Your Body's Needs (self-awareness is key)
• The Sobering Reality Check: "If she implodes, we're all screwed" - Taking care of yourself is vital, not just for you but for everyone around you
• Free 30-Day Wellness Challenge: A fun, practical resource to kickstart your self-care journey with daily activities (no cost, no extra time needed)

By redefining self-care as a holistic practice addressing systemic issues, you'll be empowered to thrive in your role as an educator while modeling healthy boundaries and self-care for your students.

💛 Be sure to share this episode with a teacher friend!

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Want to truly thrive in teaching without sacrificing your personal life?
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📘 My latest (and greatest!) book:
The Empowered Teacher Toolkit
Check out the best-selling Positive Mindset Habits for Teachers book here
Beat Teacher Burnout with Better Boundaries book here

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Last weeks episode on overcoming imposter syndrome in education hot a nerve with some listeners! Many reached out to say, "It's like you were in my head."

Here's what I heard a lot:  Imposter syndrome often shows up in education when teachers consider pursuing different roles within their school or district, whether it was transitioning into administration, curriculum coaching, or specialized positions within the district office.

🎓 It shows up as fear of judgment from peers, and insecurity that they will not be taken seriously in their new role.

💡 Some educators also told me they realized after the episode they face imposter syndrome when pursuing personal goals outside of their teaching career.

So in this shorter episode, I encourage you all to pursue personal and professional aspirations despite potential judgment or self-doubt. And I also share the one inspirational quote that I have hung on to for over two decades, every time imposter syndrome or that critical voice of, "Who do you think you are?" has shown up for me.

I hope you enjoy it and consider sharing it with a colleague.

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Want to truly thrive in teaching without sacrificing your personal life?
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📘 My latest (and greatest!) book:
The Empowered Teacher Toolkit
Check out the best-selling Positive Mindset Habits for Teachers book here
Beat Teacher Burnout with Better Boundaries book here

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Are you ready to "Squash Imposter Syndrome and Start Showing Up as Your Authentic Self ?"

Do you know that what people in hospice regret most is not having played "full out" in their lives, allowing the opinions of others and insecurities from doing what they truly wanted?

Yikes 😳

One area that holds many teachers back from living their best lives is imposter syndrome. Whether you're a new teacher or a veteran, it's time to ditch the self-doubt, ditch that inner voice that worries what people think,  and embrace living your fullest life!

In this must-listen episode, host Grace Stevens dives deep into imposter syndrome - that nagging feeling that you're not good enough or qualified enough. She shares hard-won wisdom on:

✨ Recognizing the signs of imposter syndrome in teachers
✨ Overcoming the "what will people think?" inner critic
✨ Practicing self-compassion to silence negative self-talk
✨ Stopping the toxic comparison game that fuels insecurity
✨ Turning knowledge gaps into empowering "teachable moments"
✨ Setting realistic goals to avoid burnout or perfectionism
✨ Creating a "badass list" to celebrate your accomplishments

By the end of this episode, you'll be armed with an empowering 6-step action plan to show up wholeheartedly as the incredible educator you are!

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Want to truly thrive in teaching without sacrificing your personal life?
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📘 My latest (and greatest!) book:
The Empowered Teacher Toolkit
Check out the best-selling Positive Mindset Habits for Teachers book here
Beat Teacher Burnout with Better Boundaries book here

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🔥 This episode goes out to any educator who has ever felt fed up and burned out because, even though they love teaching, they are constantly stressed, overwhelmed, and guilt-ridden that teaching seems to take up ALL of their time and energy.

In this week's episode, I introduce you to my latest book Beat Teacher Burnout with Better Boundaries: The Secret to Thriving in Teaching Without Sacrificing Your Personal Life.

I also take a moment to cheerlead and celebrate 🎉 🙌 that the book debuted as the #1 New Release in Professional Development for Educators on Amazon this week!

I get real and vulnerable with my struggles and why the root of many of my frustrations at school and in my life was a failure to set healthy boundaries. I'll read you the prologue to the book, and tell you how you can get the FREE Companion Workbook that goes along with it.

This resource is going to be transformative for any educator who ever feels they are:

⭐ Taking on too many extra duties
⭐ Coerced into unreasonable requests by parents, students and controlling colleagues
⭐ On the road to burnout
⭐ Struggling to separate work/home life
⭐ Feeling that their needs and preferences aren't a priority at school or home
and most importantly - what to do about it!

If any of this resonates, you are not alone. 

Don't miss this encouraging, motivating episode - it could be the first step to feeling empowered to not only teacher burnout but also improve all aspects of your life.

Here's the link to check out the book on Amazon.com
If you are interested in learning about a comprehensive course on the same topic of beating teacher burnout by setting healthier boundaries, visit www.GraceStevens.com/lifeback

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Want to truly thrive in teaching without sacrificing your personal life?
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📘 My latest (and greatest!) book:
The Empowered Teacher Toolkit
Check out the best-selling Positive Mindset Habits for Teachers book here
Beat Teacher Burnout with Better Boundaries book here

My TPT Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/grace-stevens-happy-classrooms

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"Create Your Own Path and Bring Your Own Sunshine" - Finding Inspiration as a Teacher

You may be aware of my signature sign-off. For me, it's not a gimmick, it's a way of being, a huge part of how I avoid teacher burnout, and was my mission both as a teacher and now as an educator empowerment coach. But it has been drawing some discussion (which I love ❤️) SO in this week's episode, I break down what it means (and it IS all about empowerment) and the amazing quote that inspired it.

Here are some highlights and timestamps (in case you are "teacher tired" and "teacher busy"):

⏰ 04:00 - Addressing "toxic positivity" and the need to acknowledge challenges in teaching

⏰ 07:30  My ECHO Framework for Educator Empowerment © (Energy, Control, Happiness, Own Experience)

⏰ 11:45  The inspirational quote from Haim Ginott and its impact: "My daily mood makes the weather" is just a tiny part of it. I think this quote should be an integral part of every teacher training program!

⏰ 18:00  The importance of a teacher's energy and approach in creating a positive classroom environment

⏰ 24:30  Empowering students to explore their gifts and interests

⏰ 27:00  Closing thoughts and encouragement to create your own positive teaching experience

I hope you find time to listen 🎧

P.S. I also give an update on my upcoming book Beat Teacher Burnout With Better Boundaries: The Secret to Thriving in Teaching without Sacrificing Your Personal Life.
It's my way of keeping myself accountable!

Back to school special 2025/6 Beat Teacher Burnout with Better Boundaries Course is everything you need to thrive in the upcoming school year. LIMITED TIME: Use code BBB27 at checkout for a special discount.

Want to truly thrive in teaching without sacrificing your personal life?
Check out my signature on-demand self-study course, Balance Your Teacher Life. Complete details here: www.gracestevens.com/balance

📘 My latest (and greatest!) book:
The Empowered Teacher Toolkit
Check out the best-selling Positive Mindset Habits for Teachers book here
Beat Teacher Burnout with Better Boundaries book here

My TPT Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/grace-stevens-happy-classrooms

Wanna get social?
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