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
Monday Nov 06, 2023
Monday Nov 06, 2023
Here are the things that make me feel human when work is demanding! You can't put yourself and your personal life on hold for two months just because it is hectic during November and December as a music teacher. One of my best work/life tips? Don't work! (One day a week.)
The Busier You Are the More You Need Quiet Time
Rebekah Lyons' Book
Check Out Beth's Book
Monday Oct 30, 2023
Monday Oct 30, 2023
I'm Beth Duhon. I help music teachers be happier at home and at school. That means that you and I don't have to let a bad teaching day turn into a bad evening at home. Here, five steps based on the five senses to help you reset after a rough day.
Happier Music Teacher on F-Flat Books
Tidy Hour Episode
Monday Oct 23, 2023
Monday Oct 23, 2023
Only music teachers know the pressure of concert week. This is when we are notoriously at our self-care worst. Here are 7 strategies at home and at school for how to be kind to yourself during concert week. Don't forget to follow and share this episode with a friend!
Happier Music Teacher Book on F-Flat
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
I have seen an increase in posts about vocal health struggles from my music education friends so I want to leave a little encouragement here. Plus, I've missed recording even if this episode is short. This is prime time for vocal issues as we become more fatigued vocally and physically. Review these common sense tips so you can take care of your one voice.
Monday Oct 09, 2023
Monday Oct 09, 2023
If you identify as a worn out music teacher, this episode is for you! I think it even applies if you are a worn out anything! If you are in the elementary space and don't know Aileen, you are missing out. She is one of the most capable people I know but humble and kind. It has been such a blessing to have my fellow podcasters share the audio of our interviews with me while my voice heals.
I had my first voice therapy today. It was so helpful and encouraging! I miss sharing with you but patience is a virtue, right? I can't wait to make a new episode for you soon. Now, off to do my vocal exercises!
Aileen's Music Room
Buy Beth's Book on F-Flat Books
Monday Oct 02, 2023
Monday Oct 02, 2023
Need some inspiration on caring for your voice, moving your body and taming the music teacher comparison? While I rest my voice, here is part 2 of my interview with Jessica Grant on her podcast from 2021. Looking for your new favorite music education podcast? Check out "How to Teach Music with Jessica Grant."
How to Teach Music with Jessica Grant
Happier Music Teacher Book on F-Flat
Monday Sep 25, 2023
Monday Sep 25, 2023
I'd love to share a new episode with you but I am on vocal rest. It really is a music teacher problem!
Lucky for me, Jessica Grant, of "How To Teach Music with Jessica Grant" shared the audio of our first podcast interview together to help me out. This may have been my first podcast interview! If you haven't checked out her show, formerly "Afternoon Ti", I think you'll love it!
She is also the lovely human being that turned my e-book into a paperback. Look for it soon on Amazon!
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
When I first began speaking on Self-Care for Music Educators in 2021, Jessica Peresta was generous to have me on "The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast." She is a fellow F-Flat Books author and the powerhouse behind their LEARN platform for PD. She is an inspiration as a music educator, podcaster and businesswoman. We discuss:
Commutes
Lesson Planning
Loving Movement
Classroom Pantry
Self-Care vs. Self-Soothing
Monday Sep 11, 2023
Monday Sep 11, 2023
When you're short on time and energy as a busy music teacher, it might feel like the best solution is to keep a rigid schedule. Surprisingly, being more flexible with the content of your time blocks might be the secret to productivity. I'll show you how to fit in your quiet time, exercise, time with family and sleep in a way that works with an ever changing schedule.
Happier Music Teacher Book on F-Flat Books
That Music Teacher
Do It Now Girl: Ding!
Monday Sep 04, 2023
Monday Sep 04, 2023
Tired of feeling disrespected? Of course you are! I see it in all sorts of music education Facebook groups. Here's what you can do about feeling disrespected as an elementary music teacher today!
Beth's Book on F-Flat Books
Oprah on Maya Angelou Video
Happier Music Teachers Facebook Group
Dr. Matthew Arau