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Persistence Isn't What You Think It Is
Teachers are told to push through everything. But persistence and endurance aren't the same — and confusing them is what's burning you out. Here's the Stoic take.
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Push Through Is Not a Strategy
"Just push through" is the worst advice in education. Here's what Epictetus figured out 2,000 years ago — and why it matters on your hardest teaching days.
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What 33 Years in the Same Classroom Taught Me About Staying
Running on empty but still showing up? Dan Tricarico—The Zen Teacher—shares what 33 years in the same classroom taught him about sustainable teaching, subtraction, and why you have more power than you think.
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The 5 Real Causes of Teacher Burnout (And What Actually Helps)
Let's talk about the five real causes of teacher burnout—not the ones people want to talk about, but the ones that are actually burning you out.
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Classroom Management Without Yelling: The Stoic Teacher Approach
Learn 3 Stoic philosophy practices to manage your classroom without yelling. Marcus Aurelius and Epictetus offer ancient wisdom for modern teachers. Research-backed strategies you can use this week.
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Teacher Burnout Prevention: 37 Years of Classroom Wisdom with Craig Shapiro
What separates teachers who burn out from those who thrive for decades? A veteran educator shares what really matters.
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Why Teachers Should Complete a Yearly Review
A reflective Why Edify podcast episode exploring why teachers should complete a yearly review and how reflection supports wellbeing, resilience, and sustainable teaching.
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When Screens Shortchange Learning: Why Paper Still Matters in the Classroom
Students comprehend more deeply when reading on paper vs. screens. Explore the research on cognitive costs of screen-heavy learning and five practical strategies to reclaim deep work in your classroom.
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Persistence Over Perfection: A Quiet Force Every Teacher Needs
Discover how persistence—not motivation—sustains great teaching. Learn practical strategies for educators to build momentum through small, consistent steps. Reflect, reset, and grow one strong step at a time.
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Simplicity Can Save Your Sanity: A Teacher’s Guide to Clarity
Discover how simplicity can transform your teaching and well-being. In this episode of the Why Edify Podcast, Jeremy Jorgensen shares 6 powerful ways educators can reduce overwhelm, create clarity, and focus on what truly matters.
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What Happens When Teachers Stay Grounded
Discover how grounded teachers create emotionally safe classrooms. Learn practical ways to lead with calm, model resilience, and shift the energy in your classroom for lasting impact.
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Resilient, Not Broken: A Reflection for Educators Feeling the Weight
Feeling overwhelmed in the classroom? Discover how teachers build true resilience through reflection and recovery. This episode of the Why Edify Podcast explores healing, growth, and strength in the broken places.