Rethinking Work-Life Balance for Educators

When it comes to work-life balance, we’ve all heard the same advice: set strict boundaries, leave work at work, and carve out “me time” every day. But for busy educators, especially those juggling lesson planning, paperwork, and last-minute laminating sessions, that traditional idea of balance can feel totally out of reach.

In a recent episode of the podcast, Lisa offers a refreshing take on work-life balance. Instead of chasing perfection or trying to pack all school-related tasks into neat time blocks, she shares practical strategies to protect your peace, manage stress, and (most importantly) bring more joy into your everyday life.

Through honest stories (yes, late-night laminating is mentioned!), Lisa introduces mindset shifts like GETMO (“Good Enough To Move On”) and embracing hygge (creating cozy, peaceful moments) to help redefine what balance actually looks like for real educators.

If you’re tired of feeling like you're failing at work-life balance, this episode is your permission slip to rethink it—and find a version that truly works for you. Listen now and take one step closer to behavior plans that actually get results.

Episode Highlights:

• 💤 Why Sleep Should Be Your Top Priority (Yes, Even Over Laminating)
• 🎯 How the “GETMO” Strategy Can Help You Let Go of Perfectionism
• 🔄 Focusing on What You Can Control to Reclaim Your Energy
• ☕ Embracing the Cozy Power of Hygge to Refuel and Reset

Resources Mentioned:

• Free training: 3 Simple and Powerful Ways to Cultivate Independence in Your Special Education Classroom
  

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More About Teach, Task Box, Inspire: The Podcast:

Teach, Task Box, Inspire: The Podcast is your go-to educational podcast dedicated to making your job as a special education teacher easier and more enjoyable. Your host, Lisa Hollady, is a veteran special education teacher with a passion for helping teachers like you make a real difference in the lives of your students.

In your demanding roles, you’re constantly juggling various responsibilities, from differentiated instruction and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to data collection, and, of course, teaching. That’s where task boxes come in.

Task boxes aren’t just teaching tools. They’re the key to unlocking student independence, student engagement, and personalized learning. Through this podcast, you’ll uncover the incredible task box benefits for your special needs students and practical implementation tips that you can take to your classroom.

Tune in each Monday for a new episode that will equip you with essential strategies and motivation to approach your week with confidence and enthusiasm. Topics will include task box activities, social and emotional development, adaptive teaching, inclusive teaching, supporting diverse learners, classroom management, scheduling, visual aids, and more.

If you’re looking for more special education resources and support to increase student independence, check out Lisa's FREE training.