The Teacher, Be Still Podcast

Rest or Perish. Sounds ominous, doesn't it?! Well, it's not meant to be, but it is what happens when we fail to give our bodies and our minds the rest they so desperately need! Easier said than done, though . . . so join us as we dig into 3 ways to help yourself implement rest into your days and weeks.

When you get stressed, do you have a tendency to let your to-do list pile up in your head and make you feel like you're drowning? If so, you're not alone! Teaching is a high anxiety, high stress job, but learning how to manage that while also keeping your anxiety in check is key! Join us as we talk about a few tips to easing anxiety within your workday.

It may be the last thing you're thinking about when you're in the middle of total chaos, but it's the one thing that will sustain you and help you overcome every hurdle you face - in and out of the classroom. Join us as we learn about what it looks like to hold onto peace.

Education is a stressful occupation and so many struggle with whether or not they even want to return to the classroom each school year. If this is you . . . you're not alone. Join us as we discuss a few tips for managing stress and building habits this summer to help combat stress in the school year.

This entire week is all about Mental Wellness! You guys - this is a topic I'm VERY passionate about and one that does NOT get the attention it deserves in the education industry. Join me as I lay out exactly what hot topics we will dig into during this crazy week!

Join me for one of my most vulnerable episodes yet. Our physical bodies are truly special, unique, and something to be cherished.

REST!!!! You know you need it, but sometimes it seems sooo hard to achieve! Each of us rests differently. So what is rest to you? Do you even know how to rest? How about turning off that brain of yours? Not so simple. Join us as we dive into rest and all that it can be for us.

In a day and age where we can see "perfect lives" and "perfect bodies" with the tap of a finger, it's not hard to get lost in the comparison trap and start feeling less than. But the truth is, there's really only one thing you should focus on when you're seeking to make your physical wellness a priority.

Physical Wellness encompasses so many different things. And with a new fad diet and/or workout sensation at every corner, it's hard to know where to start or what to do. Add teacher life into that mix and it's almost easier to just ignore this very important piece of our stories.

A new school year is upon us! That means it's the perfect time for a new season of the Teacher, Be Still Podcast! There is SO MUCH good stuff in store this season, and I can't WAIT to share it with you. So what are you waiting for?! JOIN US!

No really . . . what are you actually doing with your weekend time?

I'm sure you've heard the term "busybody". But does it mean the same as busy? And is it a good thing?

What does it look like to have obedient disobedience? See how 2 women's obedient disobedience changed the course of history forever.

I know you've heard it - "Patience is a virtue." But do we actually utilize it for what it's worth? Patience is an invaluable tool in the classroom AND in life. So how do we maintain patience when we are losing our minds?

Ever feel like you're just never enough? Well this is the episode for you, and you may be surprised by it.

Your mission and your position are purposeful and no mistake. Dig in as we talk about doubts and fortifying your faith.

After the Resurrection, the first thing Jesus did was gather His people. What he told them is still pertinent for us today!

It's Holy Week! And what a week to celebrate!

Sharing and loving on people doesn't have to be a big production. Join me as I share a simple plan that Jesus set before his disciples - it was good enough for them, and it's good enough for you.

Before stepping out and doing anything new, there's a super important step to take. Keeping the first things first always makes for a good road ahead.

"Fill the Seats" was the only prayer I prayed when stepping out to host a group on my campus. I had no idea what God would do with that seemingly simple prayer. If you're waiting on the green light to step out and be bold on your campus, you may be surprised to hear that you've already gotten it.

Many have asked, so I'm sharing how I got my start doing this and what it looked like to open my heart and my doors to the people I spent over 8 hours a day with.

As educators, it seems like you're responsible for so many things!! Like all the things! But, there is one thing - something very significant - that you're NOT responsible for. Join us as we talk about a big piece of discipleship and what it looks like for you.

It's not always easy to be bold in your faith. Whether it's fear of judgement or even fear of losing your job, there are a lot of factors working to keep you quiet. Listen in for some encouragement in sharing the love, being bold, and not shying away.

Being a disciple means being a student. But what does it mean TO disciple? And what happens when you're too afraid to even tell people you're a Christian? Listen in!