The Balanced Educator Podcast

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Transform Your Classroom with Mindfulness: Kailey's Daily Routine for a Calm, Focused Environment Nov 12, 2018

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In this episode of The Balanced Educator Podcast, Kailey shares her daily classroom routine and how she creates a calm, focused environment for her students. She discusses how she starts each day with mindfulness, shares tips for managing a calm classroom, and explains how she integrates mindfulness practices into her curriculum.

Kailey also opens up about the challenges she’s faced in establishing mindfulness routines and how she’s overcoming them with her students. She emphasizes the importance of creating a supportive environment that encourages good behaviour and enhances learning.

Embracing Minimalism and Mindfulness: Simplify Your Life for More Joy and Freedom with Melissa Russell Nov 05, 2018

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Ready to Declutter Your Life and Embrace More Joy?

In this episode of The Balanced Educator Podcast, we’re joined by Melissa Russell from Simple Lionheart Life, a minimalist and simplicity advocate. Melissa shares her journey of embracing minimalism to create a simpler, more intentional life. By decluttering and owning less, she’s gained more time, space, and financial freedom—transforming her household into a more joyful place.

Melissa discusses how minimalism has positively impacted her family life, allowing her to spend more time with her kids, go on adventures, and experience greater happiness. She also talks about how minimalism has led her to mindfulness and how she incorporates mindfulness practices into her home.

If you’re ready to simplify your life and create more space for what truly matters, you won’t want to miss this episode!

Unlock the Magic of Growth Mindset and Flow for Kids with Catherine Greer Oct 22, 2018

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In this episode of The Balanced Educator Podcast, we chat with Catherine Greer, the Canadian-Australian author of Jacaranda Snow, a picture book that beautifully teaches kids about growth mindset and finding flow. Catherine shares her creative journey, from writing the book to collaborating with composers, illustrators, and Educalm to create an engaging lesson for classrooms.

Catherine discusses the power of growth mindset and the importance of teaching children to embrace challenges and approach life with joy. She emphasizes how Jacaranda Snow can help students develop resilience and a love for learning, all while fostering a positive and growth-oriented mindset.

Are You a Perfectionist? Here’s Why Making Mistakes is Key to Growth Oct 15, 2018

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In this episode of The Balanced Educator Podcast, we dive deep into the power of mistakes and why embracing imperfection is a game-changer for both teachers and students. If you're a recovering perfectionist, this one’s for you!

We explore the concept of "perfect" and why it often leads to unnecessary stress and self-criticism. You’ll hear how these unrealistic standards can affect your well-being, teaching style, and classroom environment. Plus, we discuss the importance of modeling failure for your students—it’s not about achieving perfection, but about the growth and development that happens along the way.

Through our personal stories, we reflect on how striving for perfection has taught us valuable lessons about resilience, self-compassion, and the power of mistakes.

5 Strategies to Stop Bringing Work Home & Improve Teacher Work-Life Balance Oct 08, 2018

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Struggling with work-life balance?

In this episode of The Balanced Educator Podcast, we share 5 strategies to stop bringing work home. Learn how setting boundaries benefits both teachers and students.

Feel more productive, less guilty, and reclaim your evenings. Tune in to find out how!

Unlocking Growth Mindset: How to Foster Resilience & Motivation in the Classroom Oct 01, 2018

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Unlock the power of a growth mindset in this episode of The Balanced Educator Podcast.

We dive into the science behind learning, discuss the importance of staying motivated through challenges, and how repetition and breaks fuel progress.

Learn how a growth mindset can help students and educators thrive in any age or stage. Plus, get insights on how to foster this mindset in your classroom!

Preparing Kids for the Future: Mindfulness, Compassion, and Skills for Jobs That Don’t Exist Yet with Sam Squire Sep 24, 2018

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In this episode of The Balanced Educator Podcast, we chat with Sam Squire about preparing students for jobs that don’t exist yet.

Sam, a yoga teacher, meditation guide, and entrepreneur, shares how the skills she gained from yoga and meditation helped shape her success in an ever-changing world. We discuss the importance of teaching compassion, creativity, and communication to equip students for the future. Plus, discover how mindfulness practices like meditation can foster these qualities in the classroom.

10 Ways to Infuse Mindfulness into the School Day Sep 17, 2018

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Want to bring more mindfulness into your classroom?

In this episode of The Balanced Educator Podcast, we explain the difference between formal and informal mindfulness practices. Discover how the Educalm mindfulness program can guide you and your students, and learn 10 simple, no-prep ways to add mindful moments throughout your school day.

These practices will help students calm down, prepare for learning, and boost self-regulation and self-awareness.

Start a Mindfulness Practice in Your Classroom in 5 Steps Sep 10, 2018

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Looking to introduce mindfulness into your classroom?

In this episode of The Balanced Educator Podcast, Kailey interviews Josianne about how she successfully implemented the 5 steps to starting a mindfulness practice in her grade 5/6 classroom.

Josianne shares her experience communicating with administrators and parents, scheduling mindfulness into the school day, and setting her students up for success. She also talks about how she introduced mindfulness on the first day of school and how she plans to use Educalm’s mindfulness program in her classroom.

This episode is a must-listen for teachers interested in starting mindfulness in their classroom and using Educalm’s resources for success!

Starting Mindfulness in the Classroom: Tips for K-8 Teachers Sep 03, 2018

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Are you ready to bring mindfulness into your classroom?

In this episode of The Balanced Educator Podcast, we chat with Danielle Lefko about her journey teaching mindfulness in both kindergarten and grade 8 classrooms.

Danielle shares how she successfully introduced mindfulness practices to younger students and how she plans to integrate Educalm with her grade 8 students this year.

Learn practical tips for creating a daily mindfulness routine, setting students up for success, and overcoming challenges. Whether you teach K-8, Danielle’s insights will help you start your own mindfulness journey in the classroom!

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