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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Monday Dec 04, 2023
Monday Dec 04, 2023
Who couldn't use more time as a busy music teacher? Efficiency isn't always the goal but here are some of my favorite tricks to be a little more efficient at home and at school. Here's how to spend less time on the mundane so you have more time for the things you enjoy.
Music Teacher Coffee Talk
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Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
If you are a music teacher and see the whole school, it isn't if you'll get sick. It is when! Add being a wife and mother into the mix and it is almost a certainty. So, what can you do to be a happier music teacher at home and school even if you or a loved one are sick? Listen now and listen again next time you are under the weather.
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Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
This is a timely episode that I recorded with Jessica Grant for her podcast and for Musicast, a podcast of F-Flat books, on teaching and being a human in the month of December. I hope that you have time during break to relax and listen to some ideas for self-care during this joyful and stressful time to borrow Jessica's wording. From light lesson plans to easy meals, let's make December fun again!
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
The end of the year has some of our most important events at home and at school. Here are a few tried and true tips to finish your calendar year and the holiday season strong as busy music teacher from triage to a fantastic outfit! And would this podcast be complete without mentioning calendar management?
Beth's Book on F-Flat
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
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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.
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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
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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
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