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For years, I’ve struggled to make mindfulness a consistent part of my daily routine and lifestyle because I could not find strategies that fit my lifestyle and didn’t require adding more tasks to my already jam-packed day. I wanted the growth and benefits that come with mindfulness, and I wanted those around me—especially my students—to benefit from me embodying wellness and mindfulness, but the methods that I saw didn’t work for me. We’ve all seen those elaborate 5 a.m. morning routines or multi-step evening rituals that wellness gurus swear by. And, don’t get me wrong, there are benefits and value to those routines and they do work for some people (and I love taking inspiration from them, as well), but as an educator, they left me feeling more stressed than balanced—especially when I couldn’t check off every item on a routine checklist. I needed an easier access point, and that’s exactly what I’ve discovered over the years.

In today’s episode, I’m sharing exactly what has worked for me (and continues to work for me) and countless other educators and non-educators alike, showing how small shifts in our mindset and approach to our daily responsibilities can make a big impact on us—and our students—without burning us out even more.

We’ll explore two key ideas:
1. Shift Your Plate: Wellness doesn’t always mean adding more to your plate; sometimes it’s about shifting your mindset or approach to everyday tasks, like showering, cleaning or driving, to make them more intentional and nourishing.
2. Practical Wellness Habits: When you’re ready to add more wellness to your day, this section offers simple, actionable habits you can integrate into your routine to support your well-being and goals.

This marks the beginning of your journey as a Conscious Educator. Discover science-backed strategies to transform your teaching, strengthen student connections, and create a mindful classroom. Each episode offers practical tools to teach with presence, intention, and awareness, cultivating a thriving space for both you and your students.