🎯 WORKSHOP UPDATE: We Moved It to Early January! Roadmap to Leaving the Classroom - Teacher Goal Setting Workshop More time to breathe, less holiday overwhelm, perfect fresh-start timing Link: https://careerafterteaching.bigcartel.com/product/roadmap-to-leaving-the-classroom-goal-setting-party

This episode covers:

• Why we missed last week (hospital, illness, survival mode)
• Mindset reframes for the holiday chaos
• Workshop update and why you should join
• My favorite things: tools, resources, and tips for teachers considering leaving

My Favorite Things Mentioned:

1. Notion - free organizational tool
2. Libby App - free audiobooks from your library
3. Pomodoro Technique - 25-minute focused work sessions
4. Canva - free design tool
5. "Atomic Habits" by James Clear
6. Setting boundaries (the skill)

Coming Next Week: Interview with a UK teacher who left teaching to start a successful tutoring business (ALREADY RECORDED - will definitely air!)

Still Coming Eventually: Makeda Boehm interview (when her baby doesn't have RSV and COVID)

Holiday Wishes: Merry Christmas (7 days away!), Happy Hanukkah, Happy Holidays to all!

Remember:

• Christmas is in 7 days whether you're ready or not
• Your presence matters more than presents
• Surviving is enough
• Emergen-C is your friend this illness season

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