276. The Real Reason Teachers Are Exhausted in August

Teacher Approved: Elementary Teacher Tips & Strategies · Aug 3, 2026 · 30m · transcript

Back-to-school exhaustion isn't just about long hours or a heavy workload! In this episode, we explore the surprising reason behind back-to-school fatigue and explain how a lack of automaticity creates extra mental strain. We also share practical systems that help you build external structure, reduce decision fatigue, and free up more of your energy to focus on connecting with your students during those critical first weeks of school.

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