The Mindful Teacher K-12

Why Easel is Going to Change your Teacher Pay Teacher Store Forever!

In this episode, I discuss reasons why you need to get on the Easel by TPT bandwagon. It will transform your TPT Store and business. I also discuss the positive and negative impacts of returning to a 4 day a week hybrid model. https://www.easelbytpt.com/?utm_source=tpt-header-nav https://easel.teacherspayteachers.com/login?path=/?h_anon_id=7266144377738431 Check out my new website www.themindfulteacherk-12.com and follow me on Instagram @themindfulteacherk12 . If you want to get onto the next sh...

Assume Positive Intentions

In this episode, I discuss how we need to focus on positive intentions in our world. Instead of focusing on the negative, we need to focus on the positive and assume everyone has a positive intention. I start this episode off with a quote from Buddha, "holding onto anger is like grasping a hot coal with the intent of throwing it at someone else: you are the one who gets burned." I also discuss 2021 Vision Boards using the Google App, Jamboard. Finally, I discuss the positive outcomes that these ...

Craving Consistency in the Classroom!

Are you craving consistency in your classroom, school, or life? If so this episode is for you. I discuss in this episode, the ways in which educators can focus on the positives of remote/hybrid learning. Educators you are not alone! Everyone is feeling incredible stress this year. In this episode, I invite all educators to come onto my podcast and share their stories. During these crazy times, we need to hear what others are going through and how they are working through all the nightmares that ...

The Silver Lining of Remote Learning for Teachers and Students

In this episode I touch upon the positive outcomes and unintended consequences of remote learning for teachers and students. They are all positive and I invite you to listen about how you can take away some very positive experiences during these unprecedented times. I have kept it short his week because we (teachers) are all overwhelmed teaching from a laptop computer. Later this week, I will be posting a blog post to accompany this podcast episode. You can follow my blogs at www.themindfulteach...

5 Essential Tips for Staying Sane During Remote Learning

In this episode I give educators 5 simple but essential tips to staying sane and persevering during remote learning. These 5 essential tips can be easily adapted and incorporated into your daily routine so that you are successful and productive during these unprecedented times. Here is the link to the blog post. http://themindfulteacherk-12.com/5-essential-tips-for-staying-sane-during-remote-learning/...

Persevere During Times of Crisis with Grit

This episode discusses ways teacher can tap into their grit to persevere during times of crisis or difficulty. I mention Tony Robbins and Rachel Hollis' book, Girl Wash Your Face as an inspiration and reminder that we are strong and we can get through the tough times because we are teachers of the 21st century and that means we are essentially Superheroes! This is an episode you don't want to miss! Check out Girl Wash Your Face here https://tinyurl.com/trugcsw and for more information on Rachel ...

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A Dramatic Reorganization of Your Classroom can Transform Your 2020 Year!

In this episode I talk about how dramatically reorganizing your classroom can be life changing for you and your students. I reference The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo. Check out more on my website at www.themindfulteacherk-12.com

Rest and Reset in the month of November

In this episode I discuss how to rest and reset after the turmoil of October. Since October is the toughest month in teaching (besides Feb.) it is important to have easy ways to quickly rest and reset the mindset. I also discuss 5 easy ways to build a mindful classroom culture. Go to www.themindfulteacherk12.com to check out all my previous episodes.

Persevering During the October Slump

In this episode, I talk about how October is one of the most difficult months for teachers. Using The Onward Workbook: Daily Activities to Cultivate Your Emotional Resilience and Thrive By Elana Aguilar I discuss the Right Here, Right Now Strategy. This easy to use strategy help to bring presence and mindfulness into your daily life both inside and outside of the classroom. Tune in to hear more. To find out more about Elana Aguilar and her newest book click here: https://brightmorningteam.com/ c...

Feeling Gratitude and Appreciation in Order to Eliminate Fear

In this podcast episode, I talk about how we can bring more gratitude and appreciate into our lives by letting go of "things" we have become attache too. For example, physical things, procedures, curriculum, and/or routines that can indirectly not allow gratitude and appreciation into our classroom and personal lives. I challenge listeners, in this episode, to consider things that you have become attached too that may no longer serve you. By getting rid of these things it opens up the possibilit...

Techniques to Help Reduce Frustration in the Classroom and at School

In the first episode of season 2, I discuss a technique called Imagine the People in Your Life as Tiny Infants and as One-Hundred-Year-Old Adults that I borrowed from Dr. Richard Carlson from Don't Sweat the Small Stuff. I discuss some new FREE apps for teachers out there that want to bring meditation into their daily lives and classrooms. See links below. I also discuss thinking about mindful eating in a new way. Tune in to hear how to get some free Mindful Curriculum and Free Apps! Teachers lo...

Onward Interview with Janet Baird

In this episode I have the privilege to talk to Janet Baird. Janet is the Bright Morning teammate dedicated to all things Onward–to our website, our workshops, and our expanding portfolio of programs related to emotional resilience. Janet and Elena have worked together for three years, and Janet is a graduate of Elena’s Certification Program. Janet has been in education for over 20 years, teaching, coaching, and designing and facilitating professional development. She holds a BA from Loyola Mary...

Teachers You Are Appreciated!

In this episode I discuss why you deserve to be appreciated! I also discuss some of the important reflections that you need to do at the end of the year. I discuss why it is okay to say goodbye to your current situation if you are in need of a change and not to feel guilty about it. Teachers deserve to be appreciated throughout the year, not just for a week! How are you implementing self-care in your life and how are you going to increase your self-care next school year? Check out the onward boo...

The Power to Change the Narrative

Are you feeling like you are stuck in a rut or are feeling burned out! Tune into this episode to learn some ways to change the narrative and interrupt the negative thought patterns that are going on in your mind. Finish the school year strong by noticing when you are telling a "rut" story and transform or make a new story. http://www.onwardthebook.com/ to check out this amazing book by Elena Aguilar.

Emotional Crisis Mode Interventions and Strategies to Reduce Test Anxiety

In this episode I discuss interventions from The Onward Workbook by Elena Aguilar and I talk about ways to help students reduce anxiety during PARCC. Proven silent techniques that will help students who suffer from test anxiety that they can do before and during the test. Also, how are you doing with self-care? If you feel you are in crisis mode you need to listen to this podcast!

Episode 13: Putting Yourself First

Greetings Everyone- This episode is all about you! Well-it discusses strategies and tips on how to put yourself first in the chaotic world we live in. All teachers know that the days before PARCC and Spring Break are crazy enough to make even the most veteran teacher question their sanity. Here is a little pep talk from me to you on how to make sure you are keeping yourself emotionally, mentally, and physically healthy until Spring Break! Email me at lifetimeliteracystore@gmail.com or check out ...

How to Make Money on Teacherspayteachers.com

In this episode, I talk with founder of The Best of Teacher Entrepreneurs Marketing Cooperative, Victoria Leon. Experienced TPT'er and veteran teacher she provides insight on how to increase your revenue and get out of debt by joining TBOTEMC and taking your TPT business to the next level. This is also an amazing episode on how to start selling on TPT. Download the newest TBOTEMC eBook for free: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Free-Valentines-Day-Lessons-By-The-Best-of-Teacher-Entrep...

Episode 12-Teachers are On Strike...Why?

In this episode I discuss why teachers in Denver are going on strike and how the increasing demands on the teaching profession are making many rethink their careers. I discuss the issues facing teachers all over the United States and what is forcing so many school districts to go on strike. For more information on the Denver teachers strike go to https://denverteachers.org

Vision Boards for Students and the Classroom

In this episode I discuss how to create vision boards with your students and create classroom vision boards to remind students of classroom protocols and expectations. I also talk about setting a 90-day Mindful Journaling goal with your students that includes journaling together. I refer to https://youtu.be/XZUbOH_Dwdg on how to make vision boards.

Embrace the Chaos in 2nd Semester

In this episode I’m providing listeners with a new way to deal with the daily stress of life in and out of the classroom. Instead of ignoring, battling, and drowning in stress try to embrace the chaos!

Embrace It

If you are feeling the added stress of the impending Christmas Break? Finding students hard to handle? Wondering if you will make it the next week? Listen in on specific strategies to cope with the increased behavior issues of students in a productive and easy way!

Episode 5 Staying Positive in a Negative Culture

This episode offers advice on how teachers can remain positive when they are surrounded by negative people. Tips and tricks to keep mentally healthy and positive even when no one else is!

Being Mindful about Time Management

Are you looking for ways to save time in your classroom? Are you feeling overwhelmed by all your obligations? Tune into this podcast for time saving strategies that will help bring more peace to your busy classroom

Episode 3: Being Mindful About Classroom Management

Need help with your classroom management? Tune into this episode

Episode 2-The Mindful Reflection

This episode talks about how to integrate mindful reflection into your classroom management system. I talk about how I have used it in my class and suggestions on how to use it in others' classrooms.

Episode 1- Mindfulness

5 proven strategies for teachers to stay healthy and happy this year