I Hurt Someone's Feelings by Accident. Here's What I Did Next
A meet-and-greet moment went sideways this week. Here's what I learned about owning it, repairing it, and letting it go — plus this week's journaling prompt.
What Are You Saying Yes To?
You don't owe anyone a yes just because it was easier to give. A short reflection on boundaries for teachers.
Before the Chairs Fill Up
One Time, One Meeting
Why I Feel Calm This School Year
Losing longtime teaching partners to retirement was harder than I expected. A reflection on rebuilding a team, and finding my groove again.
The Hedonic Treadmill: Why Nothing Fixes Teacher Burnout for Long
Why does teacher burnout always come back? The hedonic treadmill explains it — and here are 3 ways to actually slow it down.
The Chase That Never Ends
Watch out for the hedonic treadmill.
One Good System Beats Five Half-Built Ones
Before you overhaul your whole classroom — read this. One well-crafted system is enough.
You Don't Regret the Money. You Regret Not Going.
Money spent reconnecting with people you love isn't an expense. It's an investment — in rest, in memory, in the version of you that isn't checking email at a lake.
Thrive This Summer | Week 8: Build Your STRONG Start
This is how you begin again.
Thrive This Summer | Week 7: Reimagine the Return
Before you go back, do this.
Thrive This Summer | Week 6: Strengthen Your Center
You've been busy. But busy doing what?
Thrive This Summer | Week 5: Feel It to Free It
Emotions don't disappear. They wait.