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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Tuesday Apr 23, 2024
Tuesday Apr 23, 2024
Need some meals for the busy end of school that aren't fast food but also aren't difficult? Here are some of the convenient ways that I solve mealtime for my family as a music teacher. Remember, I want you to be happier at home and at school! Don't forget to enter to win a free 30 minute coaching with me in honor of the podcast's first birthday.
Meals for Musicians Book on F-Flat
Happier Music Teacher Book on F-Flat
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Monday Apr 15, 2024
Monday Apr 15, 2024
State testing may never be our favorite time of the year but it doesn't mean we have to decide to be miserable. Let's reframe it as a prayer walk around campus in our jeans and comfortable shoes while we get a free snack from the lounge!
Happier Music Teachers Facebook Group
Beth's Book on F-Flat
Music for Kiddos
Monday Apr 08, 2024
Monday Apr 08, 2024
Concerts? Private music lessons? Community bands? These are some of the culprits for music teachers having epically long days away from home. You can't always prevent them but you can plan and prepare to make them as pleasant as possible.
Band Director Boot Camp Podcast/ Lesley Moffat
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Monday Apr 01, 2024
Monday Apr 01, 2024
Shouldn't coming home at the end of the school day be relaxing? In reality, our second shift is starting and everything feels urgent and stressful! From after school clothes and snacks to leaving the bag of shame at school, this is your tactical guide to a more peaceful after school routine for yourself.
Brunch with Babs
Beth's Book on F-Flat
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Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
Talking about the end of the school year when it isn't even Easter yet? Yes! If you want a better May, start preparing in April. You'll feel less rushed and stressed as you near the finish line. Plus a mindset minute borrowed from Kendra Adachi and Susan Brumfield's newest resource.
Susan's Book
Beth's Book on F-Flat
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Tuesday Mar 19, 2024
Tuesday Mar 19, 2024
Welcome new listeners from OAKE! Music teachers, I'm glad you are here! This is the sequel to Episode 43: When You Feel Unappreciated. Short version of the episode? You'll be happier if you don't rely on others to fill your cup!
Beth's Book on F-Flat
Happier Music Teachers Facebook Group
Sunday Mar 10, 2024
Sunday Mar 10, 2024
Debbie calls comparison the comparison trap. I couldn't agree more! Let's dig into what is really going on when we compare ourselves to other music teachers.
This is our last episode with Debbie O'Shea. You can keep listening to her on the Crescendo Music Education Podcast.
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Monday Mar 04, 2024
Monday Mar 04, 2024
Music teachers, stop making movement a burden instead of a blessing! In today's episode, Debbie and I chat about our favorite ways to incorporate movement into our days without making it a part-time job. You don't have to be a twenty-two year old size 2 to enjoy movement!
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Read More in Beth's Book on F-Flat Books
Monday Feb 26, 2024
Monday Feb 26, 2024
Hot tea will not fix a permanent vocal problem. Can we say it louder for the people in the back? Actually, don't do that! You might strain your cords. No one may have told you in college that caring for your voice before and after a long day of teaching should be one of your top priorities. Join me for another conversation with the inspiring and fun Debbie O'Shea!
Beth's Book on F-Flat
Debbie O'Shea's Podcast
Monday Feb 19, 2024
Monday Feb 19, 2024
There's nothing more natural than eating but planning meals for ourselves and our family as busy music teachers can be a stressor. I think you're going to love Debbie's wisdom on this! Sometimes self-care is about mindset and other times it is practical.
Happier Music Teacher Book on F-Flat Books
Debbie's podcast
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