Music teachers have a lot of ways to take on extra work. We might assume that self-care is saying no to all opportunities but that doesn't sit well with us as high performers. Listen in for a thorough list of what I'm saying yes, no and maybe to in this season to help you make your own decisions without overcommitment or FOMO.

Join me this Wednesday at 5:30 CST for "Yes! Musicplay Works With Upper Elementary Students!" or watch the replay.

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Welcome back! Want to be on your phone less and truly recharge as a tired music teacher this summer? Here are your rules plus a bonus rule for your children! Let's be intentional with our time and energy this summer!

See you June 11, 2025 at 5:30 CST for my Wednesday Webinar for Musicplayonline called, "Yes, Musicplay Works for Upper Elementary Students!"

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I'm going to take a few weeks off from the podcast to be with my family. I'll be back in June to catch up with you. My insight for you today? Work isn't life. Life is life. I love you and thank you for being here.

Feeling almost burnout about the month of May as a music teacher? Here are tried and true tips to make May go more smoothly for you and your family. Let's start with buying an outfit for all the events that makes you feel amazing! Don't forget to purchase my book to read this summer. Links below!

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Being a music teacher can be overwhelming, especially at the end of the school year! We're going to get organized and stop multi-tasking to stop the overwhelm. Because there aren't actual sight-singing emergencies!

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Are you an introverted or neurodivergent music teacher? Or are you a neurotypical music teacher that just gets overstimulated by all the noise and activity in a general music classroom? There's nothing wrong with you! Elementary schools and music classrooms are very stimulating. Here are some tips, habits and strategies for you to protect your peace during the school day.

Many music teachers are frequently the only one in that subject matter on their campus leaving them feeling isolated and lonely, not to mention misunderstood! There is nothing wrong with you but there are some practical steps we can take to help you be happier at school.

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First in a series on Music Teacher Struggles. Too much on your plate as a music teacher? There's no quick fix but here are my thoughts and mindset shifts on how to handle overcommitment. Also, see you at TCDA in July!