Episodes
April 2, 2024
Tips For New Teachers & Veteran Teachers on Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in Education
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...
March 27, 2024
#1 New Release in Professional Development for Educators: Beat Teacher Burnout with Better Boundaries
➡️ to download your FREE Boundaries Blindspot Quiz for Educators go to https://www.gracestevens.com/quiz To grab your free video on the 5 Habits of the Least Stressed Teachers go to www.gracestevens.com/happy Check out the be...
March 12, 2024
Why This One Inspiration Quote for Teachers is Essential and Not Toxic Positivity
"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...
March 5, 2024
Decision Fatigue for Educators: 5 Tips to Overcome Decision Fatigue that Leads to Teacher Burnout
➡️ to download your FREE Boundaries Blindspot Quiz for Educators go to https://www.gracestevens.com/quiz To grab your free video on the 5 Habits of the Least Stressed Teachers go to www.gracestevens.com/happy Check out the be...
March 5, 2024
Student Testing Anxiety - 6 Tips to Help
For free and paid resources to help students of all ages deal with test anxiety visit: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Grace-Stevens-Happy-classrooms Feeling overwhelmed by school testing season? Dread seeing studen...
Feb. 27, 2024
How to Stay Calm When Your Classroom Management Plan is Imploding
How to Stay Calm When Things Get Heated in the Classroom: 5 Battle-Tested Strategies Ever felt dangerously close to "losing it" with a disruptive student or challenging class? You're not alone. Escalating behaviors push even ...
Feb. 25, 2024
Inspiration for Teachers: LLN Don't Let Anyone Convince You You Aren't a Good Teacher
💛 Educator inspiration for the week ahead. This week's bonus episode is about not. being so hard on yourself, and not letting one negative interaction, or one out of control student convince you that you are not a good teache...
Feb. 20, 2024
Reduce Teacher Stress by Adopting a Gain v. Gap Mindset Shift
🎧 What can a documentary about a cycling hero and a top business book have to teach you about how to: ✅ Reframe mindset around standardized testing gaps ❤️ Better support students who are far below grade level ? A lot, as it ...
Feb. 13, 2024
Dramatically Increase Student Engagement with Project Based Learning with Ryan Steuer of PBL Simplified
Do you ever feel like your students are bored and disinterested during lessons? 😴 Are you frustrated with scripted curriculum that leaves no room for creativity? 😤 As teachers, we want our students to be engaged and empowered...
Feb. 6, 2024
The Ultimate Teacher‘s Handbook for Being Happier Part 4 - Wanted v. Unwanted
This week's episode is part four of our series The Ultimate Educators Handbook for Being Happier where I expand on some of the concepts in my book Positive Mindset Habits for Teachers. THIS is the one you have been waiting fo...
Feb. 4, 2024
LLN: Inspiration for Teachers: Could Mother Teresa Make It In Your Classroom?
💛 Educator inspiration for the week ahead. This week's bonus episode is about those students who push your buttons the most. I pose the question: could Mother Teresa even handle this level of "spiritual practice"? 😌 Listen an...
Jan. 30, 2024
The Ultimate Educators Handbook for Being Happier - Part 3 - Being a Joy Detective
This week's episode is part three of our series The Ultimate Educators Handbook for Being Happier where I expand on some of the concepts in my book Positive Mindset Habits for Teachers. 🎧 Get ready teacher friends - this epis...
Jan. 28, 2024
Inspiration for Teachers: Focusing on Students Who Want a Way "In"
A mini-episode in the Lunch Box Love Notes series to motivate and encourage educators. This episode's theme is focusing less on students trying to find a way out and "game the system, and focusing more on those trying to find...
Jan. 23, 2024
The Ultimate Educator's Handbook for Happiness: Part 2 - Presence, Flow & Classroom Brain Breaks
What is the secret to improved student outcomes AND improved happiness for you, the teacher, all had one superpower habit at their core? And that habit was as simple as being present and getting in a "flow" state? This episod...
Jan. 21, 2024
Inspiration for Teachers: Never Doubt Your Impact
A mini-episode in the Lunch Box Love Notes series to motivate and encourage educators. This episode's theme is "never doubt your impact." ➡️ to download your FREE Boundaries Blindspot Quiz for Educators go to https://www.grac...
Jan. 16, 2024
The Ultimate Educators Handbook Part 1 - The Science of How to Be Happier for Educators
What of the Ultimate Educator's Handbook wasn't about classroom management strategies, curriculum planning, or even data-driven instruction? What if what educators MOST need to learn is to avoid teacher burnout and to be happ...
Jan. 14, 2024
Lunch Box Love Notes: 50%
A mini-episode for overwhelmed teachers who feel guilty that some days they only have 50% of their energy to give to students. I promise you, it's enough 💛 ➡️ to download your FREE Boundaries Blindspot Quiz for Educators go t...
Jan. 9, 2024
Teacher Burnout : 5 Signs to Recognize Before It's Too Late
We all know that teacher burnout can be a genuine occupational hazard - but when does ordinary "teacher tired" become "tired of teaching?" In this week's 🎙️episode, we discuss all things teacher burnout, including the 5 warni...
Jan. 7, 2024
Lunchbox Love Notes: Feelings Can Coexist (Encouragement for Teachers)
In this bonus Lunchbox Love Note episode (encouragement for teachers), I talk about how the thought of returning back to school tomorrow may have you feeling mixed emotions - and that's perfectly OK. 🧘🏼♀️ Take a breath and l...
Jan. 2, 2024
Dry January Tips for Teachers: Judgement Free Advice for Sober Curious Educators with Casey McGuire Davidson
This week's 🎙️ episode is for anyone who has ever wondered if they are taking our "drink to escape/cope" culture too far. As teachers, many of us joke about needing our "lesson planning juice," but some of us have a nagging f...
Dec. 26, 2023
Lunchbox Love Note: Enough (Inspiration for teachers)
Introducing Lunchbox Love Notes: Mini podcast episodes for educators who need a virtual hug, extra teacher support, inspiration, or just the simple joy of a love note snuck in their lunchbox. This episode is titled "Enough" ...
Dec. 19, 2023
Detach from School Stress: 5 Ways Teachers Can Enjoy a Worry Free Winter Break
Teachers, are you frustrated that you were SO excited for winter break, but now that it's here, you are having a hard time relaxing and being fully present with your family? I feel you! In this 🎙️episode, we talk about how to...
Dec. 12, 2023
How Chronic People Pleasing is Driving Your Teacher Burnout
Buckle up educators - in this 🎙️ episode, I discuss the dark side of "going with the flow" and how it is fueling teacher burnout. I explain that people pleasing provides short-term benefits but long-term costs. As a recoverin...
Dec. 5, 2023
Easy Stress Management for Educators: The Power of Small Changes with Dr. Naomi Hall
What if we told you that the secret to managing life's stressors could be as simple as tacking on a couple of extra minutes of sleep or adding a splash of protein to your breakfast? Join us for an enlightening conversation wi...