Is that back-to-school dread already creeping in? 😩 You're not alone—and you're definitely not doing anything wrong. In this episode, I share how you can balance true rest and a gentle reset before the new school year hits.

We’ll talk about what to do instead of pretending school doesn’t exist (because spoiler: that doesn’t actually help), and how to ease into August feeling grounded, inspired, and even—dare I say—excited. I’m also giving you a peek into a few of my own favorite summer rituals (hello, Air Supply concert + henna on the beach 🎶🌊), and how you can create your own.

Whether you’re fully vegging out or scrolling Pinterest in a panic—this episode will help you reset your mindset, take back control, and enter the next school year with more clarity and calm.

~Elizabeth

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Let’s be real—have you ever come home after school and just collapsed on the couch?

You’re not lazy. You’re not broken. You’re just getting burned out.

Let me share with you one of my own experiences with burnout—and why it led me to create something new: The Classroom Reset Challenge. This free, 2-day experience is for teachers who are ready for a real reset—not another strategy to pile on top of everything else.

This challenge isn’t about “self-care” clichés. It’s about practical, creative tools that make your classroom easier to manage—and your job more sustainable.

What can you expect?

• Two 1-hour live Zoom workshops (with replays!)
• The 3 strategies that reduce behavior issues and burnout
• Community support and shared experiences
• Door prizes, giveaways, and teacher-centered creativity to make it fun (because, summer)

🗓️ Happening July 22 & 23

💻 Can’t come live? No worries—replays will be available!

🎟️ But you must register to get access → TheInspiredClassroom.com/challenge

If you’re ready to feel good about teaching again, come join us. Let’s take the challenge—together. 💛

~Elizabeth

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In this episode, I’m diving into something we need to talk about—burnout. Real burnout. The kind that leaves you drained, dreading the school day, and wondering if this is what teaching is supposed to feel like.

But here's the truth: you can love teaching again. And in this episode, I’ll share the three classroom game-changers that can actually help eliminate that heavy burnout feeling—without adding more to your plate.

If you're feeling overwhelmed, uninspired, or just plain tired of the chaos, this is your reset moment. Let’s talk about how creating a caring classroom culture, using creative SEL strategies, and bringing the arts back into learning can restore calm and joy—for you and your students.

~Elizabeth

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👉 Join me for the FREE Classroom Reset Challenge (July 22–23, 2025)

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66 | Frustrated with Student Behaviors? 3 Things That Will Actually Improve Your Classroom Climate

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