Happier Music Teacher
Real self-care for music educators, not just self-soothing! Are you an overwhelmed music teacher who thinks that self-care and work/life balance is impossible with your responsibilities at home? Are you feeling burnout at home and school, and you’re done with feeling teacher tired and stressed all the time? Do you feel that the cliché advice of candles and bubble baths, not that there’s anything wrong with that, are short term solutions for your tension? Former stressed hot mess Beth Duhon helps you be more content at home and in your career in music education through guided journaling, common sense advice and encouraging you to take consistent micro-actions. Each episode features topics like: vocal health, time management, meal prep, commuting hacks and healthy habits to help you be a “Happier Music Teacher.” New episodes every Tuesday morning.
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Episodes
Tuesday May 12, 2026
Tuesday May 12, 2026
May is a lot! I don't have to tell you that. You are doing better than you think! I'll be back with a solo episode next week to encourage you. I hope you have enjoyed a brief change of format in the podcast.
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This is the last part of the series with music educator and author, Debbie O'Shea. If you enjoyed her as much as I do, you can listen to her podcast here.
Tuesday May 05, 2026
Tuesday May 05, 2026
Welcome to Maycember! We are back with author and music educator Debbie O'Shea and this time she is encouraging us to complete a 7 Day Challenge.
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Tuesday Apr 28, 2026
Tuesday Apr 28, 2026
Microhabits. Small actions. Stalagmites. Positivity. Debbie and I are wellness enthusiasts who wrote about these things and try to live them out. I think you'll be just as encouraged by spending time with Debbie as I was.
Debbie's Book: The Stalagmite Effect Not just for music teachers!
Beth's Book: Happier Music Teacher Paperback
Tuesday Apr 21, 2026
Tuesday Apr 21, 2026
Morning routines. Sleep. Habit Stacking. The power of small steps. Join music educators, authors and self-care enthusiasts Beth and Debbie as we share about the small steps that changed everything and challenge you to do the same.
Debbie's Book: The Stalagmite Effect Kindle is a steal!
Beth's Book: Happier Music Teacher Paperback is cheaper and better for you than some fast food meals!
Tuesday Apr 14, 2026
Tuesday Apr 14, 2026
Natalie and I wrap up part 4 of the series discussing our faith and how it is the ultimate self-care.
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Empowered Educator
Tuesday Apr 07, 2026
Tuesday Apr 07, 2026
This is part 3 of my conversation with Natalie James. We'll discuss keeping up our instrument, different seasons of life and the best part of the job as music teachers.
Contact: Natalie@empowerededucator.com
Empowered Educator
Tuesday Mar 31, 2026
Tuesday Mar 31, 2026
Welcome to Part 2 of my conversation with the delightful Natalie James! You're going to want to implement her wellness hack immediately. I also can't wait for you to hear her thoughts on addition and subtraction and our spicy take on lesson planning.
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Tuesday Mar 24, 2026
Tuesday Mar 24, 2026
What would it feel like to state your intention for a calm, centered day at school? To build and seek community among music educators? It was my pleasure to interview Natalie James, a community engagement associate for Empowered Educator. Natalie has been a member of the Happier Music Teachers Facebook group and a long time listener of the podcast. You can hear her bio in this episode.
You can reach Natalie at Natalie@empowerededucator.com.
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Tuesday Mar 17, 2026
Tuesday Mar 17, 2026
Looking to grow or advance as a music teacher in your district? Make it as easy as possible on the powers that be to fill out forms and connect the dots for them on why a music teacher (you!) can easily add value in whatever role you are seeking. Also, it is wise to specialize. If you are feeling like your campus jack of all trades, maybe it is time to focus on your one thing.
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Vodcast with Debbie O'Shea
Tuesday Mar 10, 2026
Tuesday Mar 10, 2026
When we are looking to grow or expand professionally as music teachers, sometimes the best opportunities are right in our district. It takes confidence and gumption to get started, followed by evaluating if it is worth the investment at this time. Sometimes self care can finding the right offering through your district that energizes you and uses your gifts.
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