
Self-Care for Educators with Dr. Tina H. Boogren
Self-Care for Educators is the podcast for creating happy, healthy, inspired, badass educators. Host Tina H. Boogren is a lifelong educator, the author of numerous books, and an associate for Solution Tree and Marzano Resources. Each week, Tina will help educators dig into the essential work of self-care via bite-sized episodes that fit into your busy schedule. If you are a teacher, administrator, counselor, coach, singleton, or simply considering a career in education, this podcast is for you. Because truth be told, this isn't just a podcast; this is a community. We are the caretakers. It's time to find ourselves again so we can create lives we don't need to escape from. You are welcome here.
Episodes
195 episodes
Episode 34: End Your Day with a Win
This week’s self-care invitation is the 10 Second Victory Log—a quick, daily habit to celebrate small wins and end your day on a positive note. Just one tiny victory, 10 seconds, and a big impact. For episode resources, see
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Episode 34
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Episode 33: 30 Seconds to Calm
This week’s invitation is simple yet powerful: take 30 seconds of silence before a transition to reset, recenter, and regulate your nervous system. Let’s embrace the power of the silent 30 this week! For episode resources, see
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Episode 33
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Episode 32: A Little Whimsy, A Lot of Joy
This week’s invitation is all about breaking free from the mundane and adding a little fun to your daily routine! Try doing one small thing differently every day. Let’s be rebels together and shake things up! For episode resources, see
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Episode 32
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Episode 31: Future You Will Thank You
This week Tina invites you to write yourself a short, encouraging note and schedule it to arrive in your inbox in about a week. Think of it as a little love note from past you to future you—something to lift your spirits, celebrate your wins, a...
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Episode 31
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Episode 30: An Energy Boost in 80 Seconds
When your energy dips and motivation disappears, try the 1-1-1 Energy Reset—one deep breath, one minute of movement, and one sip of water. In less than two minutes, you can shake off brain fog, boost focus, and feel better fast. Join Tina in pr...
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Episode 29: A Quick Reset for an Overwhelmed Mind
This week, we’re doing a sensory reset together. The 5-4-3-2-1 method is a simple, powerful way to ground yourself in the present moment, ease stress, and calm an anxious mind. Join Tina in practicing this quick technique so it becomes a tool y...
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Episode 29
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Episode 28: Give Yourself the Words You Need to Hear
This week’s invitation is to play with mantras and affirmations—yes, even if they feel a little cheesy at first. Tina shares how to use them in your daily routine. Whether you create your own or borrow one, a few intentional words can shift you...
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Episode 28
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Episode 27: Rebuilding Your Attention Span
This week, Dr. Tina Boogren invites you to fully focus on one thing at a time—whether it’s reading, watching TV, or simply being present—by breaking free from the habits that pull our attention in too many directions. For episode resources, see...
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Episode 27
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Episode 26: Checking In on 2025
This week, Dr. Tina Boogren invites you to pause, reflect, and check in on your 2025 goals—whether that means recommitting, adjusting, or starting fresh. There’s no magic in January 1st—your fresh start can begin today! For episode resources, s...
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Episode 26
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Episode 25: Slow Down
This week, Dr. Tina Boogren invites you to slow down—literally. From walking and eating to conversations and daily routines, she explores how intentional slowness can bring a sense of calm, presence, and even delight into your life. For episode...
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Episode 25
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Episode 24: Fix Your Posture, Feel the Difference
This week, we’re pairing an everyday habit—checking email or our phones—with a quick posture check. It’s a simple but powerful way to reset, feel more confident, and bring awareness to how we hold stress in our bodies. For episode resources, se...
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Episode 23: The Reverse To-Do List
This week, we’re flipping the traditional to-do list on its head! Instead of focusing on what’s left undone, try ending your day by listing three things you accomplished—big or small. For episode resources, see
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Episode 23
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Episode 22: Rest Isn’t a Reward- It’s a Necessity
In this episode, Tina shares a personal reminder about listening to our bodies, the struggle to slow down, and why true self-care means allowing ourselves to pause and heal. If you need permission to rest, this is it. For episode resources, see...
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Episode 22
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Episode 21: Spread Joy Through Simple Acts of Kindness
In this episode, Dr. Tina Boogren shares how small acts of kindness, like giving away Starbucks gift cards while traveling, can boost your mood and spread positivity to others. For episode resources, see
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Episode 21
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Episode 20: What if you turned off the TV this week?
In this episode, Tina challenges educators to take a break from TV for the week, offering a chance to reclaim time for wellness, creativity, and connection. For episode resources, see SelfCareForE...
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Episode 20
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6:52

Episode 19: Make Time to Move
This episode invites educators to prioritize their physical wellness by scheduling movement into their calendars, embracing the "all or something" mindset, and celebrating even small steps toward consistency. For episode resources, see
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Episode 19
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Episode 18: The One-Sentence Journal
Discover the simplicity and power of starting a one sentence journal to build a meaningful daily habit. For episode resources, see SelfCareForEducators.com. Music: Happy Clappy Ukulele by Shan...
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Episode 18
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8:06

Episode 17: Starting the Year with Intention
This episode offers a variety of ideas to help you reflect on 2024, plan for 2025, and start the new year with intention and joy. For episode resources, see SelfCareForEducators.com. Music: Ha...
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Episode 17
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Episode 16: Find the Delight in 2025
Kick off the new year with a simple, uplifting practice to find moments of delight and embrace January in your own way. For episode resources, see SelfCareForEducators.com. Music: Happy Clappy...
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Episode 16
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Episode 15: Give Yourself the Gift of Rest
In this episode, Tina reminds us of the importance of rest and shares practical ways to make time for it so we can start the new year refreshed. For episode resources, see SelfCareForEducators.com...
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Episode 15
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Episode 14: Focus on the Wins
This episode invites you to focus on finding a physical, mental, and spiritual or social win each day to boost your well-being and counteract negativity. For episode resources, see SelfCareForEduc...
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Episode 14
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6:36

Episode 13: A 30-Day Challenge for December
This episode invites you to explore a simple 30-day challenge to add joy, ease, or intention to your December without adding to your to-do list. For episode resources, see SelfCareForEducators.com...
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Episode 13
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Episode 12: Find Joy in Unexpected Connections
This episode invites listeners to step out of their comfort zones by engaging in small, meaningful interactions with strangers to foster connection and brighten everyday moments. For episode resources, see
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Episode 12
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Episode 11: Surviving Disillusionment
In this episode of Self-Care for Educators, Tina Boogren discusses the phase of disillusionment, explaining its causes, signs, and how it often leads to burnout for educators, while offering practical self-care tips to help teachers re...
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Episode 11
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Episode 10: Physical Wellness Five Minutes at a Time
In this episode, Dr. Tina Boogren invites educators to jumpstart their physical wellness with simple five-minute actions, sharing ideas from her new book 180 Days of Physical Wellness for Busy Educators to inspire small, sustainable ch...
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Episode 10
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