Real self-care for music educators, not just self-soothing! Are you an overwhelmed music teacher who thinks that self-care and work/life balance is impossible with your responsibilities at home? Are you feeling burnout at home and school, and you’re done with feeling teacher tired and stressed all the time? Do you feel that the cliché advice of candles and bubble baths, not that there’s anything wrong with that, are short term solutions for your tension? Former stressed hot mess Beth Duhon h ...
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HMT74 Better Boundaries Communicating with the Specials Team as a Music Teacher
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Whether you call it specials, outclass, lamp or something else, our team can really make or break our daily happiness as music teachers! A big part of keeping this professional and personal relationship working smoothly is communication. Per usual, you can't control others but you can control yourself and your responses. This is your guide for maki…
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HMT73 Better Boundaries for Music Teacher Health and Wellness
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Big disclaimer: I am not a health professional. I'm the happer music teacher! Still, we need to have a discussion at the beginning of the year around our health and wellness boundaries. Set them now so they don't fall to the bottom of the list. Let's have a happier, healthier new school year! Plus, help me celebrate 5,000 podcast downloads! Happier…
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HMT72 Better Boundaries Social Media and the Music Teacher
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Frustrated with the amount of time and energy you spend on Facebook, Instagram or TikTok with nothing to show for it? Me too! Today, we'll explore healthy boundaries around social media as music teachers. Buy Happier Music Teachers Book on Amazon Buy the Happier Music Teachers E-Book Join the Happier Music Teachers Facebook Group…
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HMT71 Better Boundaries Setting Limits on Beginning of the Year Work
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Beginning of the year work for a music teacher seems like it is never done. It will never be easy but setting limits on it will make this large project a lot more manageable. Welcome to the attendees from the Music Constructed "Happier Music Teacher Course!" Buy the Happier Music Teacher Paperback on Amazon Buy the Happier Music Teacher E-Book on F…
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HMT70 Better Boundaries: Setting Up Your Classroom
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Whether it is time or you have a month to go, here are the mindset shifts so you can decide what your time, energy and money limits are around setting up your classroom! You have the power to choose what amount feels right for you and your students. Join me this Wednesday for the final live session for Music Constructed. Link below! Happier Music T…
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HMT69 Better Boundaries Enjoying the End of Your Summer
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This is the first of a seven part series on boundaries. Today is the boundaries that you can place on yourself to help you enjoy the end of your summer! Let's stop burnout before it starts! Buy Happier Music Teacher on Amazon Buy Happier Music Teacher on F-Flat Books Join the Happier Music Teachers Facebook Group…
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HMT68 Dreading the End of Summer. Tips to Stretch Your Summer.
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Don't panic that it is July! Don't let back to school steal your joy. We're going to rest like it is our job this summer! Know why? Because arriving rested and energized is literally our job as music teachers! I'm SO READY to meet you in person at the Happier Music Teacher course. Sign up below! Register for the Happier Music Teacher Course LIVE! P…
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HMT67 Exhausted, Overwhelmed and Irritable? More solutions!
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Hi! I'm Beth Duhon. I help music teachers to be happier at home and at school. Here is Part 2 of your emotional regulation toolkit for when you are feeling grumpy! Listen to last week's episode if you need more inspiration on kind, gentle ways to lift yourself out of a funk. Register below to join me for the Happier Music Teacher Course starting Ju…
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HMT66 Exhausted Overwhelmed and Irritable
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Here is part one of a simple diagnostic to run on yourself when you are in a funk with no explanation. Welcome to my friends from the Fort Bend Kodaly Institute and Musicplayonline! Don't forget to register for the Happier Music Teacher Course through Music Constructed! Happier Music Teacher Course Registration on West Music Happier Music Teacher P…
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HMT65 Taking Care of Yourself During Orff and Kodaly Levels Part 2
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Are you currently in an Orff or Kodaly level or starting one later this summer? Here is some of my uncoventional advice on how to make the intense professional development of levels better so you can enjoy your time with your music teachers colleagues with less stress.By Beth Duhon
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HMT64 Taking Care of Yourself During Orff and Kodaly Levels Part 1
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Orff or Kodaly levels trainings are wonderful but intense! How you care for yourself and others during this time matters. Here are some of my current thoughts as I take care of myself and try to survive Level 2 Kodaly training.By Beth Duhon
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HMT63 How to Get Started as a Podcaster, Author and Presenter in Music Education
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How do you get started as a content creator in music education? Do it scared and take a lot of messy action! The people we all admire got started by getting started and improved by doing. If we waited until we were perfect, we'd still be waiting! Buy a paperback copy of Happier Music Teacher Buy a digital copy of Happier Music Teacher Jessica Peres…
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Tired of the narrative that your summer has to be epic, inspiring and educational for you and your kids? Here is your permission slip to lower the bar and do what you want! This episode will help you release the pressure to craft a magical, memorable summer for you and your kids as a teacher. Buy Happier Music Teacher on Amazon Join the Happier Mus…
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Need help with the overwhelming and time consuming job of closing out your classroom when you are exhausted at the end of the year as a music teacher? This episode gives tactical advice and mindset shifts to help you close the door to your classroom and get your summer started. Take hope! Buy Happier Music Teacher on Amazon Buy Happier Music Teache…
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HMT60 Ten Tips for Taming Your Music Room Closet and Cabinets Part 2
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Elementary music teachers, are your music room closets and cabinets a mess? If so, more help is here to get them and keep them clear! Plus, did you know that "Happier Music Teacher: 50 Days to Being a Happier Music Teacher at Home and at School" is now available in paperback on Amazon! Welcome new listeners from Musicplayonline! I'm glad you are he…
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HMT59 Ten Tips for Taming Your Music Room Closet and Cabinets
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Managing your resources and storage spaces as a busy music teacher is stressful! No, that nightmare of a closet that you inherited will not get tidy over night but there is hope. Here are some tactical tips and mindset shifts for taming your music room closet and cabinets! Plus, the paperback is out on Amazon!!!! Order the Happier Music Teacher Boo…
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HMT58 7 Steps to Finish the Spring Semester Strong
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How do you make the hectic month of May more manageable as a busy music teacher? We're going to take a deep breath, backwards plan and break each task down into smaller parts. Let's finish the spring semester strong! Buy Beth's Book Join the Happier Music Teachers Facebook Group Meals for Musicians on F-FlatKendra Adachi "Have To and Hope To"…
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HMT57 Music Teacher Meals for Busy Seasons
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Need some meals for the busy end of school that aren't fast food but also aren't difficult? Here are some of the convenient ways that I solve mealtime for my family as a music teacher. Remember, I want you to be happier at home and at school! Don't forget to enter to win a free 30 minute coaching with me in honor of the podcast's first birthday. Me…
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HMT 56 How to Make State Testing More Bearable as a Music Teacher
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State testing may never be our favorite time of the year but it doesn't mean we have to decide to be miserable. Let's reframe it as a prayer walk around campus in our jeans and comfortable shoes while we get a free snack from the lounge! Happier Music Teachers Facebook Group Beth's Book on F-Flat Music for Kiddos…
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HMT55 How to Manage an Epically Long Day Away from Home
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Concerts? Private music lessons? Community bands? These are some of the culprits for music teachers having epically long days away from home. You can't always prevent them but you can plan and prepare to make them as pleasant as possible. Band Director Boot Camp Podcast/ Lesley Moffat Happier Music Teacher on F-Flat Books Join the Happier Music Tea…
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Episode54 Why After School Is Stressful and What To Do About It
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Shouldn't coming home at the end of the school day be relaxing? In reality, our second shift is starting and everything feels urgent and stressful! From after school clothes and snacks to leaving the bag of shame at school, this is your tactical guide to a more peaceful after school routine for yourself. Brunch with Babs Beth's Book on F-Flat Join …
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9 Steps to Get Everything Done the Last Quarter of School
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Talking about the end of the school year when it isn't even Easter yet? Yes! If you want a better May, start preparing in April. You'll feel less rushed and stressed as you near the finish line. Plus a mindset minute borrowed from Kendra Adachi and Susan Brumfield's newest resource. Susan's Book Beth's Book on F-Flat Join the Facebook Group…
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Welcome new listeners from OAKE! Music teachers, I'm glad you are here! This is the sequel to Episode 43: When You Feel Unappreciated. Short version of the episode? You'll be happier if you don't rely on others to fill your cup! Beth's Book on F-Flat Happier Music Teachers Facebook GroupBy Beth Duhon
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Music Teacher Wellbeing with Debbie O'Shea Part 7 Comparison Trap
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Debbie calls comparison the comparison trap. I couldn't agree more! Let's dig into what is really going on when we compare ourselves to other music teachers. This is our last episode with Debbie O'Shea. You can keep listening to her on the Crescendo Music Education Podcast. If you are at OAKE, please introduce yourself! I'd love to meet you!…
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Music Teacher Wellbeing with Debbie O'Shea Part 6 Movement
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Music teachers, stop making movement a burden instead of a blessing! In today's episode, Debbie and I chat about our favorite ways to incorporate movement into our days without making it a part-time job. You don't have to be a twenty-two year old size 2 to enjoy movement! Come to OAKE in Chicago with me! Join the Happier Music Teachers Facebook Gro…
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Music Teacher Wellbeing with Debbie O'Shea Vocal Health
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Hot tea will not fix a permanent vocal problem. Can we say it louder for the people in the back? Actually, don't do that! You might strain your cords. No one may have told you in college that caring for your voice before and after a long day of teaching should be one of your top priorities. Join me for another conversation with the inspiring and fu…
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Music Teacher Wellbeing with Debbie O'Shea Part 4 Meals
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There's nothing more natural than eating but planning meals for ourselves and our family as busy music teachers can be a stressor. I think you're going to love Debbie's wisdom on this! Sometimes self-care is about mindset and other times it is practical. Happier Music Teacher Book on F-Flat Books Debbie's podcast Join the Happier Music Teachers Fac…
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Music Teacher Wellbeing with Debbie O'Shea Part 3 Commute
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Welcome to any new listeners from TMEA! We are back with the wellbeing series featuring Debbie O'Shea. Normal self-care doesn't talk about your commute but it can be a stressor. As we say in the interview, if you can't get out of it, get into it! Happier Music Teachers Facebook Group Debbie's Podcast Beth's Book…
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Headed to TMEA, OAKE or any other music education conference? You'll get some benefit from it but wouldn't it be nice to maximize it? From physical comfort to follow-up, here are the tips you need to conference even better! TMEA OAKE Conference Happier Music Teachers Facebook Group Beth's Book on F-Flat Books…
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Music Teacher Wellbeing with Debbie O'Shea Part 2 Rest and Recharge
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Sleep is THE most crucial tool in our self-care arsenal. Just because it is natural doesn't mean it is easy. Listen in as Debbie O'Shea and I chat about the chapters in my book "Happier Music Teacher: 50 Days to Being a Happier Music Teacher at Home and at School." Debbie's Podcast Beth's Book Facebook group…
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Music Teacher Wellbeing with Debbie O'Shea Part 1
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Celebrate the one year anniversary of the Happier Music Teacher book with Debbie O'Shea of the Crescendo Music Education Podcast! Part 1 of a series as we chat about the importance of wellbeing for music teachers. I'm so glad that I shared a copy of the book with her! You're going to love her accent! Crescendo Music Education Podcast Happier Music …
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When You Feel Unappreciated As a Music Teacher Part 1
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Long hours. Countless performances. High expectations. No wonder it is easy for music teachers to feel unappreciated! I had a lot of thoughts on this. Check out some of them in part 1 of a two part series .Buy Happier Music Teacher Book Join the Happier Music Teachers Facebook GroupBy Beth Duhon
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How I Changed From a Stressed Hot Mess to a Happier Music Teacher
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Wondering what I did to change my life? It wasn't candles and bubble baths! Listen in to learn the real changes that I made to take care of myself and become a "Happier Music Teacher." Purchase Happier Music Teacher on F-Flat Books Teach 4 The Heart Podcast Boundaries Book on AmazonBy Beth Duhon
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Easy Ways to Enjoy 2024 More at Home and at School
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Want a resolution that is a bit nicer to ourself? Let's incorporate easy ways to enjoy our life more at home and at school. Self-improvement is great but enjoyment matters! You get one life! Power of Positive Thinking Purchase Happier Music Teacher on F-Flat BooksBy Beth Duhon
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Let's reflect together! From vocal health to collaboration to old friends, here are some of the life lessons I learned in 2023. Plus, a podcast review and looking forward to seeing you at OAKE and TMEA. Thank you for being here for Episode 40! Beth's Book on F-Flat How to Leave a Review Yancy's Worship Book Rachel Hollis Calendar Audit Christy Wrig…
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How to Maximize Your Christmas Break as a Teacher
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Now that you are on break, or almost there, how do you make the most of it? Keep some of your routines and give yourself permission to make your holiday just right for you and your family! Crescendo Music Education Podcast Read Beth's Book Over BreakBy Beth Duhon
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9 Ways for Teachers to Finish the Semester Better
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Almost there! Finish your semester better with backwards planning, fake deadlines and compression socks. A tactical episode to leave the school parking lot on time to spend Christmas break with your family! Michael Linsin's Book Buy Happier Music Teacher bookBy Beth Duhon
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How to Be More Efficient at Home and at School
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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…
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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. Musicplayonlin…
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Surviving December as a Music Teacher with Jessica Grant
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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 p…
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Tips to Finish 2023 Strong at Home and at School
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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…
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Need More Work/Life Balance as a Music Teacher?
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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…
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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…
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How to Be Kind to Yourself During Concert Week
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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…
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Common Sense Vocal Health for Music Teachers
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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 on…
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Wisdom for Worn Out Music Teachers with Aileen Miracle
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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…
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More Teacher Self-Care on How to Teach Music with Jessica Grant
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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 H…
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Teacher Self-Care on How to Teach Music with Jessica Grant
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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 "Afternoo…
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Self-Care for Music Educators: My Talk with Jessica Peresta from 2021
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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 Planni…
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Flexible Time and Energy Planning for Busy Music Teachers
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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…
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