Gratitude Lists for Teachers: A Simple End-of-Year Reflection Tool

Feeling drained at the end of the school year? You're not alone. Jeremy Jorgensen shares a simple yet transformative practice in this heartfelt episode of the Why Edify Podcast: the year-end gratitude list.

More than just a list, this reflective tradition can reframe your perspective, reduce stress, and reconnect you with your purpose as an educator. Jeremy walks through his own top 10 moments of gratitude from the year—offering honest appreciation, a bit of humor, and practical inspiration for any teacher, leader, or lifelong learner.

Whether you’re heading into summer with exhaustion or pride (or both), this episode will help you pause, appreciate, and recharge with intention.

✨ Reflect on your growth

✨ Celebrate the good

✨ Start your own gratitude list today

Chapters

00:00 The Power of Gratitude in Education

06:33 Creating Your Own Gratitude List

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