Happier Music Teacher

Who couldn't use more time as a busy music teacher?  Efficiency isn't always the goal but here are some of my favorite tricks to be a little more efficient at home and at school.  Here's how to spend less time on the mundane so you have more time for the things you enjoy. Music Teacher Coffee Talk Beth's Book on F-Flat Books

If you are a music teacher and see the whole school, it isn't if you'll get sick.  It is when!  Add being a wife and mother into the mix and it is almost a certainty.  So, what can you do to be a happier music teacher at home and school even if you or a loved one are sick?  Listen now and listen again next time you are under the weather.  Musicplayonline.com Purchase Beth's Book on F-Flat Books ht...

This is a timely episode that I recorded with Jessica Grant for her podcast and for Musicast, a podcast of F-Flat books, on teaching and being a human in the month of December.  I hope that you have time during break to relax and listen to some ideas for self-care during this joyful and stressful time to borrow Jessica's wording.  From light lesson plans to easy meals, let's make December fun agai...

The end of the year has some of our most important events at home and at school.  Here are a few tried and true tips to finish your calendar year and the holiday season strong as busy music teacher from triage to a fantastic outfit!  And would this podcast be complete without mentioning calendar management? Beth's Book on F-Flat

Here are the things that make me feel human when work is demanding!  You can't put yourself and your personal life on hold for two months just because it is hectic during November and December as a music teacher.  One of my best work/life tips?  Don't work!  (One day a week.) The Busier You Are the More You Need Quiet Time Rebekah Lyons' Book Check Out Beth's Book

I'm Beth Duhon.  I help music teachers be happier at home and at school.  That means that you and I don't have to let a bad teaching day turn into a bad evening at home.  Here, five steps based on the five senses to help you reset after a rough day. Happier Music Teacher on F-Flat Books Tidy Hour Episode

Only music teachers know the pressure of concert week.  This is when we are notoriously at our self-care worst.  Here are 7 strategies at home and at school for how to be kind to yourself during concert week.  Don't forget to follow and share this episode with a friend! Happier Music Teacher Book on F-Flat  

I have seen an increase in posts about vocal health struggles from my music education friends so I want to leave a little encouragement here.  Plus, I've missed recording even if this episode is short.  This is prime time for vocal issues as we become more fatigued vocally and physically.  Review these common sense tips so you can take care of your one voice.

If you identify as a worn out music teacher, this episode is for you!  I think it even applies if you are a worn out anything!   If you are in the elementary space and don't know Aileen, you are missing out.  She is one of the most capable people I know but humble and kind.  It has been such a blessing to have my fellow podcasters share the audio of our interviews with me while my voice heals. I h...

Need some inspiration on caring for your voice, moving your body and taming the music teacher comparison?  While I rest my voice, here is part 2 of my interview with Jessica Grant on her podcast from 2021.  Looking for your new favorite music education podcast?  Check out "How to Teach Music with Jessica Grant." How to Teach Music with Jessica Grant Happier Music Teacher Book on F-Flat

I'd love to share a new episode with you but I am on vocal rest.  It really is a music teacher problem!  Lucky for me, Jessica Grant, of "How To Teach Music with Jessica Grant" shared the audio of our first podcast interview together to help me out.  This may have been my first podcast interview!  If you haven't checked out her show, formerly "Afternoon Ti", I think you'll love it! She is also the...

When I first began speaking on Self-Care for Music Educators in 2021, Jessica Peresta was generous to have me on "The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast."  She is a fellow F-Flat Books author and the powerhouse behind their LEARN platform for PD.  She is an inspiration as a music educator, podcaster and businesswoman.  We discuss: Commutes Lesson Planning Loving Movement Classroom Pantry Self-Care v...

When you're short on time and energy as a busy music teacher, it might feel like the best solution is to keep a rigid schedule.  Surprisingly, being more flexible with the content of your time blocks might be the secret to productivity.  I'll show you how to fit in your quiet time, exercise, time with family and sleep in a way that works with an ever changing schedule. Happier Music Teacher Book o...

Tired of feeling disrespected?  Of course you are!  I see it in all sorts of music education Facebook groups.  Here's what you can do about feeling disrespected as an elementary music teacher today!   Beth's Book on F-Flat Books Oprah on Maya Angelou Video Happier Music Teachers Facebook Group Dr. Matthew Arau

You may not know the story behind why I became passionate about self-care for music teachers.  Here is a replay of one of my first podcast interviews from Spring of 2021 with Musicast, a podcast from F-Flat Books.  I never dreamed when I did this interview that I'd have a book on their site.  Look for it soon on Amazon! Musicast Buy Beth's Book on F-Flat

Feeling low on energy at the beginning of the school year?  Did you know that managing your energy can be just as important as managing your time?  It is one of our most limited resources as busy music teachers!  Here's how to maximize your energy at home and at school. Artie Almeida! Buy Beth's Book on F-Flat Books  

What happened to Sunday Funday?  Tired of wasting part of your weekend stressing about school?  What if I told you that a Manageable Monday can help your Sunday Scaries?  Or that Sunday Scaries are 47% less scary over pie with a friend (OK, I made that one up!).   William's Song Buy Happier Music Teacher Book on F-Flat Books  

What is the one thing we're all short on during back to school, besides money?  Time!  Busy music teachers need all of the time hacks they can get.  Would you believe that you might need to delete an email and neglect some tasks on purpose? Your walkout song If you can't get out of it, get into it 20th episode!!!!!!

Feeling anxious and overwhelmed about all you have to do for Back to School?  Me too!  Here are nine simple ways  for both of us to feel better about the beginning of the year as music teachers!   FABSS Conference Registration Buy Beth's book

Does going back to school have you stressed about time and money?  Don't just go on auto-pilot.  Make this year different by being intentional about how you spend your precious time and money resources!  This is one area where you don't want to just go with the flow. Buy Beth's Book FABSS Conference      

Music teachers, want a better day tomorrow?  Start with a better bedtime routine.  All the simple steps you need to effectively wind down and feel relaxed at bedtime.  You deserve to end your day feeling refreshed! Makeup Remover Towels Register for FABSS

Music teachers, want to feel more relaxed going into this fall?  Be kind to future you by taking care of some mundane tasks during the summer.  Did you know that a car inspection or veterinarian appointment falls under self-care?  This is a very tactical episode to help make your fall better. Region 4 Fine Arts Summer Conference Buy Beth's Book  

Time to reflect, not on your school year, but on your personal and professional life and goals as a music teacher.  From musicianship to finances, let's dig in to see what's working and what could use a refresh! Region 4 Fine Arts Conference How to follow a podcast

How do you prioritize exercise, nutrition, hydration and time with God during the summer?  Pay yourself first with this simple morning routine to start your day off right! Tidy Hour Buy the Happier Music Teacher Book  

Get to know all the important people in your life again!  Reintroduce yourself to your spouse, kids, family, friends, pets and even yourself!  School isn't your family.  Your family is your family! Beth's Book! Julia Cameron: The Artist's Way