Hello hello, my fabulous educators.

How are you really doing? Not the staff room answer. Not "I'm fine, everything's going well." The real one.

Today's episode is all about you. Life is hard, and it's always going to be hard. That's not the problem. What matters is how we navigate it, and whether we ever stop long enough to check in with ourselves.

In this episode:

• Why it takes trial and error, just like the children building their towers
• Listening to your body before it tells you to stop
• Saying "it's not fine, but I'm working through it" with your whole chest
• What the Canadian Teachers' Federation found about educators thinking of leaving
• The eight areas of wellness, and how to check in with each one
• The guilt we feel when we do something for ourselves
• Why taking care of yourself is not a privilege. It's a priority.

Free download: grab the Pause and Rise Reflection Guide, take a few quiet minutes, and check in with you: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dYKxOFBTS-kDOOn4Gc0pdl-5GbRoQHue/view

Mentioned in this episode:

• Canadian Teachers' Federation Parachute survey (Spring 2025): https://www.ctf-fce.ca/take-action/parachute/
• The eight dimensions of wellness: https://www.samhsa.gov

This episode and guide are for reflection and support, not a substitute for professional care.

Connect with me: @ispyrtoeducate on Instagram, or info@ispyrtoeducate.com

The Inspiring ECE Podcast by Ispyr to Educate, hosted by Marcia Nicole.