Episode Overview
This week, we tackle one of the most persistent challenges teachers face: classroom chaos. With 63% of educators reporting that classroom management contributes significantly to their stress (National Teacher Stress Survey, 2023), it’s clear that a chaotic environment isn’t just disruptive—it’s damaging to your well-being.

In this episode, Rachel Harper discuss how to move from chaos to calm by transforming not just your classroom but also your mindset. These strategies will help you create a more peaceful teaching environment while protecting your energy and mental health.

Why This Matters
A chaotic classroom drains your energy, heightens stress, and affects your overall health. This episode focuses on empowering you with actionable steps to regain control of your teaching environment, allowing you to focus on your wellness while fostering a better learning space for your students.

Key Takeaways

1. Understand the Impact of Chaos on Your Wellness

   • Stress from classroom disruptions leads to burnout and impacts your ability to recharge.
   • Use the R.E.S.E.T. strategy: Transform Your Classroom from Chaos to Calm by implementing predictable routines and behavioral expectations for students.

2. Create a Peaceful Classroom Culture

   • A calm classroom isn’t just good for students—it’s crucial for your mental health.
   • Introduce mindfulness practices, like breathing exercises, to help you reset during the day.

3. Shift Your Mindset for Long-Term Calm

   • Your perspective shapes your classroom environment. A positive, calm mindset sets the tone for success.
   • Start each day with an intention-setting practice, focusing on patience and positivity.

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In this episode, Rachel Harper dives into making your wellness a non-negotiable priority as an educator. Teaching often demands more from us than we’re prepared to give, and it’s easy to place our well-being on the back burner. But today, we’ll explore simple, actionable steps to put yourself back at the top of your to-do list.

We’ll cover:

• The hidden costs of neglecting your health and wellness.
• How to embed self-care into your daily routine.
• Tips for sustaining your wellness journey beyond this series.

Key Takeaways

1. Reflect on Why Wellness Comes Last

   • It's easy to pour your main focus into your work demands, but neglecting yourself impacts your ability to show up fully for your work and yourself.

2. Incorporate Wellness into Your Daily Life

   • Self-care doesn’t have to be elaborate—small, intentional steps add up.

3. Plan for Long-Term Wellness Success

   • Establishing boundaries and habits is only the beginning. Keeping up with them requires intentionality.

   
   

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Episode 23: How to Separate Your Work and Life to Thrive in 2025

Are you feeling stretched too thin between work and life? This episode explores practical ways to establish boundaries that help you reclaim your time and energy. Learn how to create clear work-life separation, confidently say " yes, " and prioritize what truly matters. With actionable strategies and biblical wisdom, this conversation will empower you to take back control of your schedule and focus on living the life you deserve. Tune in and start drawing the line today!

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• Why your work overtakes your life.
• How to effectively set clear boundaries.
• Why work-life balance is bogus
• What God is calling educators to do to thrive in 2025 and beyond

Links:

Training: Create Clear Boundaries Bundle and Toolkit

www.restformymind.com

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