“I’m lazy.” “I’ve been bad.” “I can’t stick to anything.”

How often do you say those things to yourself without questioning them?

In this Monday morning bonus episode, I'm talking about the language you use when things don’t go to plan, and how easily a missed workout or a food choice can turn into an attack on yourself.

I share why I still have to catch my own self-talk, how to describe what happened without insulting yourself, and a simple daily reflection to help you recognise your wins and decide what to adjust.

You can be honest about your choices and kind to yourself at the same time. This week, we’re practising both.

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When was the last time you finished school, went home and actually felt like your working day was over?

You might leave the classroom at four o'clock, but your head is still in school. You're thinking about tomorrow's lessons, the work you haven't finished or whether you should be doing more. And when you finally get an opportunity to do something for yourself, you feel guilty.

After 13 years in teaching, I know how easily this becomes normal.

In this week's Teachers Off Duty, I'm talking about why so many teachers feel personally responsible for everything, how being the person who always says yes can start taking over your life, and why leaving school on time can feel like you're doing something wrong.

I'm also looking at the difference between genuine workload pressures and the expectations you place on yourself, with practical ways to start setting boundaries without feeling like you're letting everybody down.

Because if you're waiting until all the work is finished before you start making time for yourself, how long are you prepared to wait?

Follow me on Instagram @coachmarinahardiman, or DM COACHING if you'd like support making your health a priority around teaching.

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Dark when you wake up. Dark when you finish work. And suddenly, the habits that felt manageable a few weeks ago take a lot more effort.

In this Monday morning bonus episode, I'm talking about staying connected to your goals through November, especially when “I’ll start again in January” starts sounding tempting.

We’ll look at what maintaining your progress with intention can mean: shorter workouts, finding ways to move indoors, protecting your rest and setting expectations that fit your actual life.

Your challenge is to define what a successful November looks like for you and choose three realistic habits to support it. Small, steady actions count and you can adapt them as you go.

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