Ep 141: August Mindset Matters: Mental Prep for Your New School Year
Welcome to the new season of New Teacher Talk! Hosts Dr. Anna and Dr. Beth kick off the school year with essential mental preparation strategies for early career and aspiring educators. This episode focuses on building the right mindset for August and setting yourself up for success before stepping into the classroom.
Key Segments
Segment 1: Let's Talk "Mental Setup"
Normalizing August emotions: Acknowledging the mix of nervous energy, excitement, dread, and summer nostalgia
Quick exercise: Write down three emotions you're feeling about returning to school, then ask "What do I need to feel…
The skinny
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